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Happy Brain
Hosted by Sean Bloch · EN
Most conversations around mental health can seem kind of heavy. Is there a way to promote our mental and emotional well-being in a fun and entertaining way? Join Sean Bloch each week as he explores the FUN side of mental health by digging into simple hacks and fun tips to make your mental health journey more enjoyable and your brain a little happier.
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How to Turbo Charge Your Breath and Clear Anxiety - The Mental Wellness Comeback Part 5
Mar 18, 202500:37:44Tap to summarizeStruggling with Anxiety, PTSD, or Sleep Issues? This Episode is for You.If you're feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or loneliness, this conversation with Tim Thomas will give you the hope and tools you need. Tim, a veteran recovery specialist, has lived through the struggles of PTSD, depression, and anxiety—and he’s here to share what helped him heal.In this episode, you'll discover:✅ The Turning Point: From Isolation to Connection✅ Overcoming Loneliness and Breaking the Cycle✅ Practical Strategies for Healing✅ The Power of Breathwork✅ A Guided Breathwork Session for Immediate ReliefTim also introduces his ‘Three P’s’ approach—Powerful, Positive, Permanency—and explains how improving sleep and breaking isolation can transform mental health.This episode is packed with real, actionable tools to help you feel better right now. If you’ve been searching for a way forward—this is it.🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward healing and peace.Resources◼️ Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and ResourcesConnect with Our Guest◼️Website: http://www.breathworkinbed.com.au◼️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breathworkinbed◼️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathworkinbed/Connect with us!----◼️Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch◼️Show Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips----Subscribe to the Happy Brain Podcast◼️ITUNES 🎙️ (link)◼️Spotify 🎙️ (link)
Transcribe →From Depression to Clarity - The Mental Wellness Comeback Part 4
Mar 18, 202500:47:34Tap to summarize***Enter this Special Giveaway***Feeling Lost or Stuck in Anxiety? This Episode is for You.If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, or searching for deeper meaning, this conversation with Giovanna Silvestre will inspire you to reclaim your joy. Giovanna went from the fast-paced world of Hollywood to battling severe depression—and came out on the other side with purpose and resilience.In this episode, you'll discover:✅ Overcoming Anxiety and Depression✅ Finding Peace Through Yoga and Mindfulness✅ Reprogramming Your Mind for Joy and Healing✅ Turning Passion into a Business✅ Writing as a Tool for Self-DiscoveryGiovanna also shares insights from her upcoming book, Confused Girl: Find Your Peace in the Chaos, which documents her journey of self-discovery, travel, and transformation.This episode is filled with real, actionable strategies to help you navigate life’s challenges and find peace within yourself.🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward healing and clarity.About our Guest - Giovanna SilvestreGiovanna Silvestre, a visionary and trailblazer, embarked on a remarkable journey that took her from the prestigious halls of the University of Southern California to the world of entertainment. Beginning her career as an assistant to a leading Hollywood talent manager, Giovanna’s unwavering passion for creativity and innovation quickly distinguished her in the industry. Her sharp eye for talent and commitment to her craft led to a sought-after role alongside a renowned film director at a major studio.However, after leaving the entertainment industry, Giovanna fell into a dark depression, a pivotal moment that forced her to confront her identity and purpose. This introspective time ignited her quest to discover who she truly was and why she was here on Earth, ultimately leading her to create her brand and write her book.With an entrepreneurial spirit, Giovanna founded Confused Girl in the City, a unique activewear brand inspired by healing crystals. Driven by her determination and an innate sense of design, her innovative creations have garnered acclaim in prominent publications such as NBC and Forbes, while amassing a dedicated following of 400,000 on Instagram.In May 2025, Giovanna’s highly anticipated book, "Confused Girl: Find Your Peace in the Chaos," will be published by Blackstone Publishing Company. Written during her two years of solo travel around the world, the book masterfully blends memoir and guidance, empowering readers to embrace confusion as a virtue that can lead to a fulfilling life.Recognized for her influential voice and authenticity on major social media platforms, Giovanna exudes a magnetic aura that resonates with audiences everywhere. Her journey is a testament to the power of passion, creativity, and the transformative nature of embracing life's uncertainties.Resources◼️ Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and ResourcesConnect with Our Guest◼️ Website: https://confusedgirlinthecity.com◼️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confusedgirlLA/◼️ X: https://x.com/confusedgirlla?lang=en◼️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confusedgirlla/Connect with us!----◼️Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch◼️Show Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips
Transcribe →How to Lighten Depression - The Mental Wellness Comeback Part 3
Feb 14, 202500:51:21Tap to summarizeStruggling with Anxiety or Feeling Down? This Episode is for You.If you're feeling stuck in anxiety, loneliness, or sadness, this conversation with Melanie Yates will remind you that hope is always within reach. Melanie has been through the depths of depression and anxiety—and she’s here to share what helped her climb out.In this episode, you'll discover:✅ The Power of Hope✅ How Small Steps Lead to Big Changes✅ The Role of Body Language in Mental Health✅ The Magic of Self-Talk✅ Why Connection is Key✅ EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)✅ The Healing Power of Writing✅ Embracing Life’s SurprisesThis episode is packed with real, actionable tools to help you start feeling better right now. If you’ve been looking for a sign that things can change—this is it.🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward a lighter, more connected life.Resources◼️ Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and Resources◼️Melanie's Book: Happy, Joyous and Free: love your life no matter whatConnect with Our Guest Melanie YatesMelanie is a master at resolving conflict in relationships, implementing small changes that lead to significant improvements with time, money, God, self, and others. She empowers individuals to become powerful communicators, helping them feel more confident and satisfied in their relationships. Melanie believes, "There is no space for blame in a healthy relationship. If you're not the problem, there is no solution."◼️ Website: https://www.happyjoyousandfree.org/◼️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/◼️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coachmelanieyates◼️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-yates-dr-coach◼️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neurocoachmel/Connect with us!----◼️Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch◼️Show Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips----Subscribe to the Happy Brain Podcast◼️ITUNES 🎙️ (link)◼️Spotify 🎙️ (link)
Transcribe →Rewrite Your Depression and Anxiety Story - The Mental Wellness Comeback: Part 2
Feb 11, 202500:35:52Tap to summarizeLooking for a Personal Toolkit to Manage Anxiety and Depression? This Episode is for You.If you’ve ever felt like you needa set of tools to navigate depression and anxiety, this conversation withCathelina Duvert will give you inspiration and practical strategies to start feeling better. Cathelina transformed her struggles intoa journey of healing, creativity, and resilience—and she’s here to share what worked for her.In this episode, you'll discover:✅How to Build a Mental Health Toolkit✅Managing Depression Without Medication✅The Power of Writing for Healing✅Journaling, Exercise, and Affirmations as Therapy✅Finding Passion and Purpose Through CreativityCathelina’s story proves thathealing is possible when you find the right tools that work for you.This episode is packed withreal, actionable insights to help you take control of your mental well-being.🎧Listen now and start building your own path to healing.Resources◼️Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and ResourcesAbout our GuestCathelina Duvert, an alumna of Hofstra University with a degree in Creative Writing and Literature, captivates readers with her raw, authentic voice. Her blog, Cathy’s Cross: A Depressive’s Positive Perspective, has earned a dedicated following for its heartfelt chronicles of her personal battles with depression. This deeply relatable blog is set to become a memoir/journal, slated for publication in July 2025.Cathelina’s debut novel, THE BOX, showcases her talent for weaving complex narratives and has been honored by Black Writers Workspace, receiving an Honorable Mention in their 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition. When not crafting stories or sharing her journey, Cathelina dedicates her time to shaping young minds as a 7th and 9th grade ELA teacher in New York City.Connect with Our Guest◼️ Website: https://cathelinaduvert.kit.com/fd17827778◼️ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TheBoxTheBook/◼️LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathelina-duvert-b95b97304/◼️Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/cathelinaduvert/Connect with us!----◼️Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch◼️Show Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips----Subscribe to the Happy Brain Podcast◼️ITUNES 🎙️ (link)◼️Spotify 🎙️ (link)
Transcribe →Ease Big Anxiety with Small Steps - The Mental Wellness Comeback Part 1
Feb 11, 202500:41:28Tap to summarizeStruggling with Anxiety or Depression? This Episode is for You.If you're looking forreal, practical ways to manage anxiety and depression, this conversation withDominika Staniewcz will give you powerful tools to help. Having enduredsevere trauma, loss, and abuse, Dominika shares what truly worked in her healing journey—and how small, actionable steps can make a huge difference.In this episode, you'll discover:✅The Power of Choice in Healing✅Simple Techniques to Reduce Anxiety✅The Lemon Trick for Panic Attacks✅The Science Behind Forest Bathing✅Rewiring the Brain for Better Mental HealthDominika’s journey proves thateven the smallest steps—like nature walks or celebrating small wins—can change your life.This episode is filled withreal, actionable strategies to help you take back control of your mental health.🎧Listen now and start feeling better today.Resources◼️ BOOK -The Magic of Dreaming Big, Acting Small, and Achieving Success◼️Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and ResourcesConnect with Our Guest◼️ Website:https://yourbraincoachd.com◼️ Facebook:@yourbraincoachd◼️ YouTube: @yourrbaincoachd◼️LinkedIn:@yourbraincoachd◼️Instagram:@yourbraincoachdConnect with us!----◼️Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch◼️Show Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips----Subscribe to the Happy Brain Podcast◼️ITUNES 🎙️ (link)◼️Spotify 🎙️ (link)
Transcribe →The Mental Wellness Comeback: Real Stories, Real Learning
Feb 4, 202500:02:25Tap to summarizeIf you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or alone in your mental health struggles, The Mental Wellness Comeback is here to remind you that real healing is possible. This special 5-part series brings together real people who have battled depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma—and found practical ways to move forward. These are not just experts; these are individuals who have lived through mental health challenges and are sharing the exact strategies that helped them heal. Each episode is packed with real stories, actionable insights, and proven techniques to help you: ✅ Break the cycle of loneliness and isolation ✅ Rewire your brain for healing and resilience ✅ Build a mental health toolkit without medication ✅ Tap into the power of breathwork, mindfulness, and movement ✅ Use writing, creativity, and small habits to regain joy Featuring guests who have walked the path of struggle and comeback, this series delivers inspiration, tools, and hope for anyone seeking a better, healthier mindset. 🎧 Tune in and take the first step toward your own mental wellness comeback! Connect with us!---- ◼️Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch ◼️Show Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm ◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips
Transcribe →Instantly Feel Better
Nov 28, 202400:10:05Tap to summarizeGratefulness is free! It's easy and effective so try it. Even if you're having a tough day and if things aren't the best try it! A Quick SampleClose your eyes and think of something happy for you. Maybe a special place you've been to, a person you care about or an amazing experience you've had. Just create an image in your mind. Feel in your body from your head all the way down to your to toes. Feel Better? Tune in for more tips!
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Practical Tips for Dealing with Depression and Anxiety - AI Generated
Nov 18, 202400:06:39Tap to summarizeIn this AI-generated episode, trained on Happy Brain content, we share six practical and heartfelt tips to help navigate tough days. From starting small and building momentum, to reconnecting with others and celebrating small wins, these strategies are designed to make a real difference in your day-to-day life. Whether you're feeling low, anxious, or just not yourself, these steps can help lift you out of the darkness and into the light. Tune in for actionable advice and small shifts that can lead to big improvements in your mental well-being. 00:00 Introduction: You're Not Alone 00:46 Start Small and Build Momentum 02:01 Move Your Body, Move Your Mind02:55 Connect with Others 03:45 Reframe Your Thoughts 04:20 Celebrate the Small Wins0 4:59 Find Joy in the Little Things05:30 Conclusion: Small Steps Toward Feeling Better
Transcribe →3 Ideas to Build Greater Resilience
Nov 1, 202400:17:38Tap to summarizeHey Listeners! Join me as I share to share my reflections on resilience and connection. Prompted by a buddy's request, I talk about the power of gratitude, visualizing positive experiences, effective journaling technique and even the impact of recording personal pep talks. Through my own stories of overcoming challenges and practical tips, this episode aims to instill hope, gratitude, and foster meaningful relationships. Join me as we explore uplifting strategies to navigate life's difficulties together. Resources ◼️ Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and Resources Connect with us!----◼️Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch ◼️Show Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm ◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips----
Transcribe →Riding the Struggle Bus: Sharing Mental Health Challenges
Sep 12, 202400:09:43Tap to summarizeToday we revisit a recording never published from a year ago, exploring the challenges of sharing with mental health struggles. Episode Highlights: • I look at the difficulty of deciding how much to share about personal struggles, especially regarding mental health issues. • I share my coping strategies that I tried (that were hard to actually do when struggling): - Using meditation - Setting a 25-minute timer to complete tasks - Journaling to process thoughts and feelings - Prioritizing exercise and socialization • I discuss balancing vulnerability with the concern of worrying loved ones. • The importance of Resilience to deal with recurring episodes of struggle • The value of learning and practicing coping skills during better times to build resilience for future challenges. • The importance of seeking help and talking about your experiences. Resources ◼️ Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and Resources Connect with us!---- ◼️Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch ◼️Show Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm ◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips---- Subscribe to the Happy Brain Podcast◼️ITUNES 🎙️ (link)◼️Spotify 🎙️ (link)
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