Podcasts by Mental Maps

Restlessness - Lessons From Appalachia from 2023-10-26T18:37:30

While adventuring through Appalachia I encountered a challenge I wasn't prepared for, restlessness. In this episode I discuss the concept of restlessness, how this is a sign of something much de...

Opioid Addiction and Treatment from 2023-10-06T10:48:43

The opioid epidemic has been one of the most catastrophic social issues in the history of America. In this episode I discuss how the opioid epidemic began, addiction, dependence, and the current...

Back To School with Angela Leddy from 2023-08-31T17:35:34

Transitioning back to school presents challenges for kids and parents alike. In this episode I sit down with school psychologist Angela Leddy to discuss transitioning from summer break to school...

Why is my life not like that? from 2023-07-10T10:23:55

The desire to compare ourselves is a natural trait that fosters growth and identity. But why can it be so damaging? In this episode I discuss how we use comparison in our day to day lives and ho...

Mindset - Navigator Series from 2023-07-06T21:05:25

Your mindset will determine your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in any situation. In this episode I discuss how different mindsets are created, the impact they have on your life, and how to k...

How are you living? from 2023-06-19T20:04:49

Do you find it difficult to be in the present? Do you feel like every move you make is focused on something from the past or striving for the future? Maybe, you are living in the now but find yo...

Regret - Navigator Series from 2023-05-12T08:17:39

Are you living a life right now that you will regret in the future? In this week's installment of the Navigator Series I discuss why we find ourselves stuck in behaviors that lead us to regret a...

The Self Pleasure Cycle from 2023-05-01T21:40:03

Do you find yourself constantly day dreaming or fantasizing about a change but are making no progress? In this episode we discuss the self pleasure cycle and how to break out of the endless ment...

Cognitive Dissonance - Navigator Series from 2023-04-28T08:41:03

The interaction of our internal and external worlds play a major factor in our day to day life. In this episode I discuss what happens when our internal views and our external environments aren'...

Value - Navigator Series from 2023-04-20T21:18:38

Are you looking to create meaning in your life? In this episode I discuss the concept of values and how they play a crucial role in daily life. 

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Application - Navigator Series from 2023-04-13T20:25:53

Trying to make a change but can't seem to make it stick? In the first episode of the mini-pod series, I discuss a few strategies on how to put knowledge into action. 

The Navigat...

Personalizing Mental Health Through Community from 2023-04-11T19:55:43

While traveling through Finland I connected with Dr. Tomi Bergström to discuss how society impacts mental health and a community focused intervention for someone in crisis. This episode is a sum...

Creating Happiness with Dr. Outi Linnaranta from 2023-03-06T21:19:30

While traveling through Finland Josh sits down with Chief Physician and policy strategist Dr. Outi Linnaranta to discuss how Finland has decreased their suicide rate by over 50% and became the p...

When Emotions Become A Illness from 2023-02-06T21:26:41

The thin line between an emotional experience and a mental illness is a challenge that many people face today. In this episode we discuss the concept of emotions including the origin of these ex...

Massive Action with Justin Crutchfield from 2023-01-09T20:47:19

Are you tired of being in a constant change cycle never reaching your goal? In this episode Josh sits down with Super Trainer Justin Crutchfield to discuss taking Massive Action in your life. Th...

Gut Microbiome with Dr. Kiran Krishnan from 2022-12-13T20:50:20

Is your gut the root cause of your psychological or physical problems? In this episode Josh sits down with gut microbe expert and microbiologist Dr. Kiran Krishnan to discuss the gut microbiome....

Environmental Based Mental Illness from 2022-12-06T22:19:31

What if your environment as a human is making your brain sick? What if your ability to access the basic natural resources on this earth leads to you forming a mental illness? In this episode Jos...

You Are What You Eat -Root Cause Nutrition from 2022-11-14T21:01:04

In episode 5 of a 6 part series Josh discusses how nutrition can be a root cause for certain mental illnesses. The episode will cover nutrients, brain health, causes of nutrient dysfunction, and...

Stressed Out - PsychoSocial Mental Illness from 2022-11-01T20:01:15

Is stress a cause of mental illness? In this episode Josh discusses the impact of stress on the brain and how the chronic stress response can lead to mental illness. The episode also covers ways...

Category 2 - Genetic Mental Illness from 2022-10-18T19:18:58

In the third episode of a six part series Josh discusses how mental illness can be based on someones genes. The episode covers an overview of genes, how they can be a cause of mental illness, an...

The Brain Body Connection - Biological Mental Illness from 2022-10-03T20:54:49

In the second episode of a six part series Josh discusses the biological causes of mental illness including viruses, inflammation, physiological illnesses, and the gut microbiome. 

Why Do Brains Get Sick - A New Perspective On Mental Illness from 2022-09-12T19:42:04

Have you every wondered why brains get sick? In episode one of a six part series Josh discusses a new way to understand mental illness. This episode is an overview of his model identifying the c...

E.13 Living life with a like button - Accepting v. Approving from 2022-06-27T20:37:43

Does everything in your life have a like or dislike button? What if there was another way to interact in the world? In this episode Josh discusses the challenges of living life based on approval...

Episode 12 - People Problems with Dr. Alan Godwin from 2022-06-13T19:08:43

We all find ourselves in conflict with someone; spouse, roommate, co-worker, friend, parent, etc. In this episode Josh is joined by clinical psychologist and author Dr. Alan Godwin to discuss ho...

Do You Have Control? from 2022-05-24T20:32:12

Do you find yourself falling into unhelpful or unhealthy behaviors no matter how hard you try to avoid them? In this episode Josh will discuss how to create self control and what you can do to m...

The Myths of Motivation from 2022-04-19T20:40

In this episode Josh discusses the pitfalls of not using motivation properly and how to build long lasting change on self-discipline.

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S2. E4. Burn The Ships w/ Geoff Speyrer from 2022-02-27T15:08:07

In this episode Josh sits down with veteran and 1st Phorm athlete Geoff Speyrer to discuss his story of transformation, his mindset, and how to manage life's challenges. 

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Are you achieving your goals? -S2. E3 from 2022-01-07T10:14:39

Do you have goals? If so, do you feel like these goals are possible; or do you find yourself getting stuck in the process? In this episode Josh discusses self based goals. Throughout the discuss...

Expectation S2. E2 from 2021-12-20T09:55:46

Are your expectations true? In this episode Josh discusses what are expectations, how they impact our daily life, and how they could be wrong. 

Mental Wellness S2. E1 from 2021-12-06T16:49:01

In the first episode of season 2 Josh discusses the concept of mental wellness. The episode focuses on explaining what is mental wellness, how it differentiates from mental health, and how to pr...

Coping (Part 2) - The Coping Skill Tool Box from 2021-01-23T18:07:06

In the second episode of a two part series, Josh discusses coping in the moment and how to prepare for future stressors. 

Coping (Part 1) - The Brain Gas Tank from 2020-12-02T21:12:26

Do you have enough brain fuel to cope with life? In the first episode of a two part series Josh discusses the concept of coping and how your brain manages the stresses of life. 

Hopelessness from 2020-09-15T11:54:13

In honor of suicide awareness month Josh discusses the concept of hopelessness, its connection to suicide, and how you can help yourself or someone you know. 

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Where are you? from 2020-08-22T12:40:59

Where is your mind? In episode 3 Josh discuses the concept of being present including why it's so difficult and how you can stay in the moment. 

Why do we do what we do? from 2020-07-13T19:27:56

Have you ever wonder why you do the behaviors that you do? In episode 2 of Mental Maps Josh discusses the question "why do people act the way they act?" 

Improvement from 2020-06-11T15:13:39

The pilot episode of mental maps focuses on the concept of brain improvement and the opportunities 2020 has created for us to better our minds. 

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