The Hopeful Humanist Cafe

Welcome to The Hopeful Humanist Cafe. In this one-take, unedited episode, I look at this thing I call "Intrapersonal Drift" and the eight dynamic questions of self. If someone has drifted from one's self, how can one come back to one's self? I look at just one of many possible options. Maybe it will work for you! In the episode, I share ideas from Henry David Thoreau, Gabor Mate, Brene Brown, Steven Covey, Sue Johnson, Scott Barry Kaufman, and Stephen Hayes (Founder of ACT). 

If you're on a journey toward better self-care and wellness, the Hopeful Humanist suggests exploring a variety of free online resources that can be tremendously supportive (Resources and summary complied with the help of Copilot):

Anxiety Canada:

• MindShift CBT App: A free, science-based app that uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help manage anxiety.

• My Anxiety Plan (MAP): Step-by-step online courses for anxiety management tailored for children, teens, adults, and educators.

• Group Therapy: Online group therapy sessions providing support and tools to cope with anxiety.

Action for Happiness:

• 10 Keys to Happier Living: Practical resources and tools based on the latest research to help improve well-being.

• Daily Actions: The website offers daily actions and challenges to help users incorporate positive habits into their lives.

• Community Support: Join groups and participate in events to connect with like-minded individuals and build a sense of belonging.

CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health):

• Free Online Tutorials: A series of tutorials on various mental health topics, providing accessible and reliable information.

• Research and Innovation: Leading-edge research and innovation in mental health and addiction, contributing to better treatments and understanding.

• Comprehensive Resources: A wide range of resources, including brochures, booklets, and assessment tools, available to patients, families, students, and professionals.

These websites are worth checking out, and everyone can decide for themselves whether they find them helpful and recommend them to friends.

Thank you so much for joining me once again for another tip-of-the-iceberg conversation about the good life, ideas in flow, and resources for mental and physical wellness.

I hope these discussions leave you feeling inspired, thoughtful, and ready to embrace the world with a positive mindset. Your company on this journey means the world to me, and I appreciate each and every one of you who tunes in.

If you have any feedback, suggestions, or know of any online resources that could benefit your community, please feel free to share them with me. You can reach out to me at athopefulhumanist@gmail.com. Your input is invaluable, and I'm always eager to hear your thoughts.

As we wrap up today's episode, I encourage you to keep the conversation going. Share any newfound insights with friends, family, or anyone you think might enjoy the podcast. Let's create a ripple effect of positivity and thoughtful discussions.

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Peace, take care, be well, and share!