Dr. Paul Conti: How to Improve Your Mental Health | Huberman Lab Guest Series 

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How’d it take me so long to find this site. I’ve learned so much here in such a short period of time.

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Blessed the internet

the most useful youtube channel in the history of youtube

Yep.

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Thanks to Dr. Conti too :)

Yes- of course. Ty forlorade … added in Dr. C . One of the best in his field. 👍

Hey, I saw your comment on Huberman and wanted to share this with you. I put together self-help therapy guidelines based on professionals’ research and records(Link in my bio). Would really appreciate your thoughts! 😊

Hi Ms Myers! I love your content as well. I see I am in very good company here! ❤❤❤

You can even turn them comical and get a giggle out of it with some training

Escalating thoughts became my hobby 👍🪦🪓💥☢️☣️⚠️

beautifully summarized.

The one on longevity and belief?

Anyone else notice how no amount of these brain hack tips ever do a goddamn thing to actually fix your life? At best all they do is make you feel like you have more control than you really do. Ultimately, everything is out of our control and already predetermined long before our birth. We’re either blessed with a great life and strong mind or we aren’t. We all have to accept this bitter truth sooner or later.

meditate: to think on, from Latin “meditat-”, meaning “contemplated”, from the verb “meditari”, from a base, meaning “measure”. In most religious/spiritual traditions, particularly those originating in Bharāta (India), meditation is a mental practice in which one either allows thoughts to appear in the mind (and simply observe those thoughts without judgement) or else one tries to focus all thought upon a single object. That object can be almost anything, yet most commonly is a religious figure (such as God, a demigod, or a spiritual master), a point in one’s visual field (such as a candle flame), a brief prayer (normally referred to as a “mantra”), or else observing or focusing on one’s own breath (a fundamental part of “vipassanā”, in the Buddhistic tradition [“vipaśyanā”, in Sanskrit]). The main benefit of meditational practices is to free the mind of superfluous thoughts. Some individuals in the so-called “ultra-spiritual” community mistakenly believe that the cause of suffering is any thought whatsoever, and therefore, embark on a fruitless endeavour to eradicate all thoughts from the mind (or at least from the intellect - see Chapter 05). How I wish that every single one of those persons end-up in a coma for the remainder of their lives, since that is the only way that they will possibly achieve their impossible goal. Humorously, even coma patients can experience dream thoughts, so even then, their aim may be thwarted! Fortunately, as demonstrated in Chapter 15 of this “Final Instruction Sheet for Humanity”, the source of suffering is NOT due to thoughts as such, but due to a misunderstanding of how life operates. The cure for such nescience is unerring knowledge. In fact, I would posit that excessive meditational practices, such as that observed by the stereotypical Hindu/Buddhist monk who flees to a mountain cave in order to meditate for about fifteen hours per day, is actually detrimental to one’s spiritual development, because it weakens the intellect. Just as the physical body requires regular exercise, the intellectual dimension of the human person also needs to be exercised via the study of philosophy and yoga, which is especially important for those who profess to be spiritual teachers. Therefore, a healthy balance between contemplative practice, intellectual endeavour, and physical exercise is most beneficial. Possibly the most apposite form of meditation for the overwhelming majority of humans is a kind of ACTIVE meditation, in which one is perpetually contemplating how to best benefit society. Because it is practically impossible for one to fully control one’s thoughts, one should use the hyperactive nature of the intellect to its advantage, by constantly devising methods how to further dharma. This is the principal meditation practice of the current World Teacher Himself, The Saviour of Humanity, Jagadguru Svāmī Vegānanda. Some persons believe that one can learn the “secrets of life” (that is, to fully understand life/existence, and how to live one’s life in accordance with the universal, Divine Will) by sitting in the lotus position and focusing one’s attention on the base (or tip) of one’s nose for several hours per day! Undoubtedly, some have received wise insights during their meditation practice, but to assume that one can replace the accumulated wisdom of the sages over the past twenty thousand years or so, with an introspective path of illumination, is, sad to say, one of the many delusions of pseudo-spirituality. None of the great sages in history were so naturally enlightened as to dispense with a living guru. Even a single day spent at the feet of an actual spiritual master can be more valuable to gaining knowledge and insight into the meaning of life, than an entire lifetime of meditating on one’s navel (figuratively speaking).

Grateful for you, well done!

That’s awesome, stay strong. No relapse!

My favorite series so far

ARE you ELON? Ha

that's a little parasocial, but Hookay Elon

Only 600 hours? 😂

Hey, I saw your comment on Huberman and wanted to share this with you. I put together self-help therapy guidelines based on professionals’ research and records(Link in my bio). Would really appreciate your thoughts! 😊

Yes absolutely it's very much helpful

Hey, I saw your comment on Huberman and wanted to share this with you. I put together self-help therapy guidelines based on professionals’ research and records(Link in my bio). Would really appreciate your thoughts! 😊

Thank you Doctors. I unknowingly married into a family with genetic Asperges and had 4 children with DSM-5, and now 7 grand children who attend Occupational Therapies. They all have the traits you mention. This family almost killed me especially my Narcissistic husband. I have spent much of my life within the safety of Psychologists. I am now 70 and continue to be a "caretaker" of the next generations. Narcissists seem to marry the "Caretakers" and I take care of the "carer" spouses who are dedicated caring people. Narcissistic manipulative high functioning Autism is a nightmare. I wish I had known what it was. Thank you Doctors.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to take action on these key points to improve your mental health and overall well-being: 1. **Understand the Self for Mental Health** (00:10:08): - Begin by studying and researching the concept of the self. Gain an understanding of how it influences your mental health. 2. **Humility and Empowerment** (00:13:33): - Practice humility by acknowledging your limitations and the areas where you need improvement. - Empower yourself by setting realistic goals and developing a sense of agency and gratitude. 3. **Three Drives Within Us** (00:18:11): - Learn about the generative, aggressive, and pleasure drives that exist within you. Understand how they affect your thoughts and behaviors. 4. **Imbalances in Drives** (00:23:17): - Reflect on your life to identify any imbalances in these drives that might be contributing to mental health problems. 5. **Understanding Drives** (00:28:11): - Use your knowledge of these drives to assess your mental health and work on bringing them into balance. 6. **Mental Health Components** (00:35:48): - Break down your mental health into its components and understand how they relate to each other. 7. **Explore 10 Cupboards** (00:39:41): - Take a deep dive into your past and current experiences to identify the causes of mental health imbalances. Consider therapy or journaling to help with this process. 8. **Take Action to Improve Pillars of the Self** (00:48:59): - Identify specific areas of your life that need improvement based on your analysis. Create a plan to address these areas. 9. **Negative Childhood Narratives** (01:13:00): - Reflect on your childhood experiences and how they have shaped your self-perception. Seek therapy or counseling if necessary to address deep-seated issues. 10. **Self-Awareness and Values** (01:14:05): - Cultivate self-awareness to better understand your values, beliefs, and behaviors. Use this awareness to make positive changes in your life. 11. **Address Root Causes** (01:19:22): - Identify the root causes of negative energy and unresolved issues in your life. Take steps to address these issues, which may involve seeking professional help. 12. **Intrusive Thoughts** (01:24:18): - Pay attention to intrusive thoughts as signals of unresolved issues and negative beliefs. Challenge and reframe these thoughts to promote a healthier mindset. 13. **Childhood Narratives Influence** (01:32:01): - Continuously explore how your childhood narratives influence your beliefs about yourself. Work on reframing these beliefs if they are negative or limiting. 14. **Reflective Self-Scrutiny** (01:38:16): - Regularly engage in self-reflection and self-scrutiny to uncover embedded beliefs and thought patterns that hinder your growth. 15. **Understanding Early Narratives** (01:41:28): - Foster self-acceptance and growth by deeply understanding and accepting your early narratives. Use this understanding to guide your personal development. Remember that improving your mental health and overall well-being is a journey that takes time and effort. Be patient with yourself and seek support from mental health professionals or trusted individuals when needed. Consistent self-reflection and action based on these key points will contribute to your personal growth and improved mental health over time.

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Thank you for your efforts

Hey, I saw your comment on Huberman and wanted to share this with you. I put together self-help therapy guidelines based on professionals’ research and records(Link in my bio). Would really appreciate your thoughts! 😊

They are both Aristotle and Lao-Tsu reincarnated to teach and to better the world. RESPECT! 🌈 We are lucky to learn so much from these content. GRATITUDE!👏🏻

Hey, I saw your comment on Huberman and wanted to share this with you. I put together self-help therapy guidelines based on professionals’ research and records(Link in my bio). Would really appreciate your thoughts! 😊

have you read the book yet mate?

Hello, I dont what I can for you but always interested to learn together. I dont know where is your link. Please let me know. 🧠🍵🦋

@@connormatthews522I read the book in about a week few months ago. 01:58:00 into the podcast reminds me of the lessons I learned from his book. I suffer deep PTSD from my parents under an extremely rigid/canonized cultural upbringing and Dr. Conti’s book enlightened me into seeking modalities what work with me (the inner/true me). Dr. Huberman always talk about the journey is the way (how chemicals work in our brains) and I am still trying to take baby steps there. I also find Dr. Harris’ WAKING UP App extremely helpful, not to mention the APP has archived talk serious of Alan Watts. Anyway, good luck with your journey and hope not too much oversharing here. 🧠🙏🏻🌈👏🏻💜👵🏻

Hey, I saw your comment on Huberman and wanted to share this with you. I put together self-help therapy guidelines based on professionals’ research and records(Link in my bio). Would really appreciate your thoughts! 😊

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really? What do you think was actionable of this episode? I really dont get what people love about this episode

i struggled with it for a long time too and i refused to take it, but ever since i started taking them i dont feel different except my anxiety is a little less so i can actually work on it. you might say the meds opened the gate so i could actually put in the effort to get better. take meds first and then start to work on techniques to reduce anxiety and things you do to feel safe in social situations, especially ur thoughts are a huge part of it. hope it helps and quick reminder: You are not alone! :)

@@juliusfehrlage610 Thank you and i workout daily it helps a little i also walk my dog daily 3 times a day but it hasn't really gotten any better, when I'm around a bunch of people i literally can't concentrate and focus at all i sweat the panic attacks are non stop it's obvious by my actions that i have it which makes people stare more and makes it worse. Maybe one day ill try meditation idk but i don't want to go down that route.

​@@tonygicz8 you have to take your time and gradually expose your self anxiety inducing situations. but start with situations where your anxiety is fairly small and start from there...

@@julius-te4gp i can say that the anxiety has gotten better i used to have anxiety really bad to the point where i couldn't even leave my own room i wasn't even able to be around my own family it was really bad now i can go walk my dog but if its a place where there's a lot of people i avoid it because of the panic attacks i still have anxiety around my own family as well pretty much any social setting triggers the flight or fight response there are days when i can fight it and be more confident but most the time i can't it's weird but thanks for the advice.

Same here. Not social anxiety though just straight up life anxiety. The world and the people in it are more fucked in the head and weird than ever before. Wigs me out. I will not take a pill to be happy though. These doctors are the ticket

Surprise? It’s a series

Hey, I saw your comment on Huberman and wanted to share this with you. I put together self-help therapy guidelines based on professionals’ research and records(Link in my bio). Would really appreciate your thoughts! 😊

Hey, I saw your comment on Huberman and wanted to share this with you. I put together self-help therapy guidelines based on professionals’ research and records(Link in my bio). Would really appreciate your thoughts! 😊

Hey, we both share an interest in self-therapy. So I've curated some self-help therapy guidelines based on his approach. Link in my bio. I promise it'll make a significant difference in your life. Would really appreciate your thoughts on it! 😊

Right? Every time I heard that it broke my focus on the content. Oof...maybe I'll give it another try.

How was this helpful, cus I dont see it?

I'm also waiting for this podcast ❤ Andrew said that this series would address personality disorders... :) Was recently diagnosed with BPD, since then waiting for that episode.

The Hot Pepper Man should interview Dr. Sam Vaknin on PDs!

Just a hint... Remove as much added sugar as you can. Make sure you're getting enough protein and water (and for anyone suffering from anxiety, eliminate caffeine). As to exercise for mental health specifically, anything that will break a sweat for at least 30 minutes per day. Cardio, weights, it does not matter. Find something you really enjoy. I somehow became obsessed with hot yoga despite regular yoga boring me. A bonus, pick a workout that teaches you a knew skill (it will give you a sense of accomplishment, a boost in confidence, and a new skill). But if there is a specific exercise that directly correlates to a boost in mental health (besides yoga), it would be cool to know. Have an awesome day!