Kari Leibowitz on How to Overcome the Winter Blues | EP 554

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Alternative Health

4.7 • 779 Ratings

🗓️ 2 January 2025

⏱️ 57 minutes

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Summary

In this transformative episode, John sits down with Dr. Kari Leibowitz, a Stanford-trained health psychologist and mindset science expert, to uncover the secrets to thriving during winter's toughest days. Dr. Leibowitz's groundbreaking research, detailed in her forthcoming book "How to Winter," reveals practical strategies to embrace the cold, dark months and find joy and resilience in the process.Discover how Dr. Leibowitz's time living above the Arctic Circle taught her powerful lessons on joy, connection, and thriving during the Polar Night. Learn evidence-based techniques to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.), maintain positivity, and build a resilient mindset that helps you navigate life's metaphorical winters with grace and strength.Link to the full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/dr-kari-leibowitz-overcome-the-winter-blues/Call to Action: Don't let winter bring you down! Tune in for valuable insights and actionable tips that will empower you to find light in the darkness and strength in adversity. Whether you're preparing for the literal challenges of winter or facing personal struggles, Dr. Leibowitz's wisdom will inspire and guide you.Sponsors:

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In this episode, you will learn:

How a positive mindset influences physical and mental well-being.
Evidence-based techniques for thriving during winter.
Insights from Arctic cultures on flourishing in darkness.
Practical ways to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.).
The importance of rest, intention, and deliberate choices for resilience.

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0:00.0	Coming up next on Passionstruck.
0:02.1	There's an intimacy in the darkness and an intimacy to being warm when it is cold that I think can really foster connection.
0:14.3	I think conversations can deepen.
0:17.1	And it's a sense of being closer together because who do you do that with? Who are you with
0:23.3	in the warmth and the light when outside it's cold and dark? Those are usually people you feel
0:28.8	very close to. Welcome to Passionstruck. Hi, I'm your host, John R. Miles. And on the show,
0:34.2	we decipher the secrets, tips, and guidance of the world's most inspiring people
0:39.4	and turned their wisdom into practical advice for you and those around you. Our mission is to help
0:45.8	you unlock the power of intentionality so that you can become the best version of yourself.
0:51.8	If you're new to the show, I offer advice and answer listener questions
0:55.9	on Fridays. We have long-form interviews the rest of the week with guests ranging from astronauts to
1:02.1	authors, CEOs, creators, innovators, scientists, military leaders, visionaries, and athletes. Now,
1:10.0	let's go out there and become Passionstruck.
1:12.8	Welcome to episode 554 of the Passionstruck podcast and the very first episode of 2025. As we
1:19.6	begin a brand new year, I want to take a moment to reflect on what this time represents,
1:24.7	a chance for renewal, growth, and setting intentions for the journey ahead.
1:29.0	Whether you're a long-time listener or joining us for the first time, I am so grateful to have
1:33.7	you here as part of this incredible community, focused on living with purpose, passion,
1:38.6	and bold intentionality. If you're new to the podcast, welcome. With over 550 episodes designed to help inspire transformation, we've curated
1:47.4	episode starter packs to help you dive right in.
1:50.4	Whether your focus is leadership, mental health, or personal mastery, you can find them
1:55.1	on Spotify or at passionstruck.com slash starter packs.
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