Self-Help Culture, Therapy, & The Mental Health Crisis | Dr. Sue Varma

The Dr. Josh Axe Show

Dr. Josh Axe

Religion & Spirituality, Health & Fitness, Christianity

4.9 • 1.4K Ratings

🗓️ 9 May 2024

⏱️ 55 minutes

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Did you know that 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. lives with a mental illness? In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Josh Axe sits down with renowned psychiatrist, cognitive behavioral therapist, and clinical assistant professor at NYU Langone Health, Dr. Sue Varma. As the pioneering medical director of the 9/11 mental health program, Dr. Varma has a wealth of insights on resilience, trauma, and carving a path forward during life's most challenging times. Frequently appearing as a top medical expert across major networks like NBC, CBS, ABC, and CNN, Dr. Varma brings her integrative approach to discuss how cultivating an optimistic mindset rooted in self-worth and compassion can profoundly transform our lives. Prepare to dive into: The psychological impact of trauma and how to build resilience Overcoming the "victim mindset" that sabotages our potential The "4 Ms of Mental Health": mindfulness, movement, mastery, and meaningful engagement Toxic positivity and the dangers of social comparisons Mental fitness tips to boost your mood and find more joy By the end of this insightful conversation, you'll walk away with a roadmap to nurture your mental well-being, rewrite limiting beliefs, and unlock your optimal mindset for thriving in all areas of life. Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Follow Dr. Sue Varma Instagram Twitter Facebook Follow Leaders Instagram Twitter Facebook Email Newsletter ------ 0:00 - Rise of mental health issues 2:38 - Is therapy good for you? 6:00 - Identity, optimism, and pessimism 10:09 - Research behind optimism 15:44 - Toxic positivity 19:26 - The 4 M’s of mental health 23:52 - Impact of social media on mental health 28:22 - People are less religious and more empty 32:55 - Cultural differences in community 42:17 - How parents can teach kids resiliency 52:40 - One thing you need to do right now ------ Links: Check out Dr. Sue Varma’s NEW BOOK, Practical Optimism → https://www.amazon.com/Practical-Optimism-Practice-Exceptional-Well-Being/dp/0593418948 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Hey, everyone, welcome to the Dr. Josh Axe Show, where each and every week I cover the science and
0:04.9	principles behind how to grow in body, mind, and spirit, and take your health and life to the next level.
0:10.7	Today we'll be joined by Dr. Sue Varma. She's a distinguished psychiatrist. In fact, she's got a new
0:17.1	book out that's getting rave reviews. She's also an assistant professor at NYU Health.
0:22.6	She's also served as a pioneering medical director and psychiatrist for the renowned 9-11 mental health program at NYU.
0:32.0	And she's appeared all over the place as a commentator for news outlets like NBC, CBS, and CNN, and really excited to dive in today.
0:40.2	We're going to talk about all things mental health, mindset, and more.
0:45.5	Dr. Sue, welcome the show.
0:47.4	Thank you so much.
0:48.3	Such a pleasure to be here.
0:49.3	Love all the work that you're doing and so enjoy learning and following you.
0:53.3	So thank you for having me on.
0:55.3	But, Dr. Sue, one of the things that I'm really passionate about, I know you are as well,
0:58.4	is helping people live their best life through fostering the right type of mindset.
1:03.3	And one of the things that I see as we spend time on social media is oftentimes there's
1:09.1	a sort of emphasis on think positively.
1:12.6	And this could mean several things.
1:14.1	One, it could be tell yourself how perfect you are and worthy you are and really focus on self-love.
1:20.6	Okay, I see a lot of that.
1:22.6	And then there's also, I think, an element of, you know, a lot of people talking about mental health issues. In fact,
1:29.6	you've seen this as well. Mental health issues have continued to increase. One of the first
1:33.9	questions I have for you is, do you believe that the solution for mental health is focusing more
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