When big feelings arise, it’s natural to want to shrink and shirk them, but these instincts can lead us into dangerous territory. Before we realize it, our habitual reactions become compulsions that undermine our well-being.
In this episode, we welcome Mark Freeman, author of You Are Not A Rock, to share his journey from struggling with OCD to becoming a mental health advocate, mental fitness coach, and global nomad.
Together, we discuss:
Building mental health skills like we develop physical fitness
Approaching a values-driven life the way we learn to bake good cookies
Considering the sorts of communities that support growth and recovery
Show notes
You Are Not a Rock: A Step-by-Step Guide to Better Mental Health (for Humans) by Mark Freeman, a game-changing book I discovered last year that continues to shape how I respond to my compulsive impulses.
Mark’s YouTube channel @everybodyhasabrain and Instagram @markwfreeman
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Podcast theme music by Nikita Karmen.
