There’s a lot of discussion today about how social media is harming our mental health, and many experts advise taking a break from it or even unplugging entirely. But what do you do if that’s just not possible? This week’s guest is here to tell us. Erin Pickney is a Nashville-based therapist specializing in recovery from anxiety, depression and religious trauma. She recognizes that while disconnecting entirely from social media isn’t always possible, there are steps you can take to detox your social media to improve your mental and emotional health.    

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What it means to detox your social media.
• Simple ways to identify toxic elements in your social media feeds.
• How parents can help their children decrease toxic interactions.

There’s so much talk today about mindfulness that it sometimes seems the word has lost its meaning. This week, Dr. Shauna Shapiro, a clinical psychologist and internationally recognized expert in mindfulness and self-compassion, explains what is missing from many mindfulness practices. Her new book, Good Morning, I Love You, combines brain science with easy-to-implement practices that will help you get more calm, clarity and joy in your life. Listen now to find out how you can change your brain with these simple practices.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why self-compassion is the “secret sauce” of mindfulness practices.
• The one simple practice you can do every morning to increase self-compassion.
• How your self-compassion and mindfulness can help heal those around you.

This is the week when you’ll hear a lot of talk about Valentine’s Day and showing those around you how much you love them. But have you thought about being your own valentine this year? Whether you’re single or in a committed relationship, there are things you can do to feel more fulfilled in every area of your life. Leadership expert and bestselling author Karen McGregor joins us this week to talk about how we can change our approach to love and relationships to find greater joy.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How the stories we tell ourselves can influence our relationships—for better and for worse.
• The importance of learning your own “love power.”
• How to feel more fulfilled every day — regardless of whether or not you’re in a relationship.

With the rise of social media, FOMO, or the fear of missing out, has become a problem that can result in anxiety, depression and other conditions. Now, as an antidote to FOMO, many people are discovering JOMO, or the Joy of Missing Out. This week’s guest, Jessica Misener, literally wrote the guidebook on how to embrace JOMO. Her book, JOMO: Celebrate the Joy of Missing Out, offers more than 350 ways to exchange your FOMO for JOMO.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why FOMO is so harmful.
• What you can learn from practicing JOMO.
• Tips on how to implement JOMO at home.