Heather Frederick, PhD

Happy Doc Student Podcast

Feeling alone, frustrated, confused? Thinking of throwing in the towel? Founded on the belief that you can realize your dream of becoming a doctor with your sanity, health, and relationships intact, the Happy Doc Student Podcast delivers  inspiration through academic wisdom and esoteric insight. It's no secret the doctoral journey is a difficult one, but you're not alone; join us and put more JOY in your journey! Note: Many episodes speak simply to managing the stress of being human...not need to be a doc student to benefit!

Author

Heather Frederick, PhD

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.happydocstudent.com

Latest episode

Mar 19, 2025

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Episodes

The Power of "Not Now": Rethinking Priorities with Scott Maderer 19.03.2025

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In Episode #141 I have a discussion with Scott that ends up helping me make a very tough decision.  Scott Maderer, author of Inspired Living: Assemble the Puzzle of Your Calling by Mastering Your Time, Your Talent, and Your Treasures . Scott challenges the glorification of busyness, emphasizing that being busy d...

A Valentine's Guide to Loving Yourself with Matt O'Neill 14.02.2025

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In Episode #140, I welcome back Matt O'Neill to discuss my all time favorite topic.  The Root of ALL Love is Self-Love: If you don’t love yourself, not only will your relationships never reach their full potential, but they may suffer. Celebrate Self-Love in February and Beyond : Use Valentine’s Day as a re...

The Power of Belonging with Drs. Hemerda, Lewis, and Artenant 09.01.2025

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In Episode #139 I chat about BELONGING  with Dr. Hemerda, Lewis, and Artenant Highlights Defining Belonging: The operational definition, based on Allen et al. (2021), includes competencies, opportunities, motivations, and perceptions that foster connection and affiliation within ecosystems. Academic Belonging: B...

From Problem to Possibility: How to Reframe Your Research Question for Better Results with Dr. Todd Fiore 04.12.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #138, I chat with Dr. Todd Fiore about how one slight pivot with your research question can lead to many positive outcomes. Todd is the Program Chair for the PhD in Organizational Development and Leadership, University of Arizona Global Campus. Highlights: ·  Research framed positively tends to result...

How to Master Your Mood with Matt O'Neill 06.11.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email On episode #137 I learn some new happiness habits with Matt O'Neill. Matt is a happiness expert, the host of the "Good Mood Revolution" podcast, and author of the book by the same name. Highlights Sacrificing Joy for Success is a Myth : Joy doesn't need to be sacrificed for achievements like...

Academic Writing as if Readers Matter with Dr. Len Cassuto 16.10.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #136, I welcome back one of my favorite repeat guests, Dr. Leonard Cassuto. Len is a professor of English at Fordham University and the author of the "Graduate Adviser" column for The Chronicle of Higher Education. He has written and number of books, including *The Graduate School Mess* (Har...

Build Boundaries with Nope Coach, Suzanne Culberg 25.09.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #135 I hang out with Nope Coach, Suzanne Culberg. Her free offer, the Building Boundaries Bundle, is available here: http://suzanneculberg.com/bbb Enter Coupon o the left of the screen: HAPPYDOCSTUDENT  Academic Burnout : Overachieving academics (students and faculty) often struggle with boundaries, l...

Chair-ing You On: Exploring the Chair-Student Relationship with Drs. Jodie Hemerda and Deborah Carpenter 28.08.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email Episode #134 is a special one.... The Student-Chair relationship is critical to success AND how the journey is experienced. Listen in as Drs. Jodie Hermeda and Deborah Carpenter discuss the role both a student and chair play in making the relationship one that can last a lifetime. There is always a way forward!...

Cracking the Dissertation Code with Alan Belcher 07.08.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #133, I'm hanging out with Dr. Alan Belcher who will help you crack the code on your dissertation. Alan is an experienced educator, administrator, and consultant, having worked with students in schools at all different levels and in many states and countries.   Highlights  ·      Think of your di...

Why Can't I Focus? with Daniel Sih 17.07.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #132, I continue my conversation with spacemaker Daniel Sih. If you feel like you struggle with FOCUS, this episode is for you! Listen (or re-listen, yes it is that good) to our fist chat, How to Make Space for Things that Matter, here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/11832398 Highlights  Our abili...

The Magic of Green Goo: Harnessing Nature's Remedies with Jodi Scott, M.S. 03.07.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In  episode I#131, we explore the power of medicinal plants, telomeres, and simple ways to modify your daily routine for more clarity.  Jodi Scott is the CEO and founder of Green Goo and is a seasoned visionary in health and wellness. Armed with a master's degree in health psychology and a background in pre...

From Overwhelm to Ownership with Dr. Tarryn Hoff 19.06.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #130 I hang out with Dr. Tarryn Hoff. Tarryn holds a PhD in  Performance Psychology and is an adjunct doctoral Chair at UAGC & Grand Canyon University as well as running two personal training brands: GoTarryn & Peachtree City Personal Training. Highlights Self-Determination Theory (SDT) can he...

Break Old Patterns with Derick Johnson 05.06.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #129, I chat with Derick Johnson, a US Army Veteran, Life Coach and Trainer that has helped over 500 clients and 50 companies go from just surviving to thriving. Highlights:  Performing at your best will likely require breaking OLD PATTERNS Start by ELIMINATING things - What can you get rid of? Food -...

BE STRONG! A Three-Pronged Approach to STRENGTH on the Doctoral Journey with Dr. Deborah Carpenter 29.05.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #128, Dr. Deborah Carpenter shares a technique she created during her doctoral process that helped her eat the elephant one bite at a time.  This reflective exercise would be useful to ANYONE with the desire to accomplish a goal, because when you have a strong mind, strong body, and strong heart - you...

Sleep Now with Bijoy John, MD 10.05.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In  episode #127 I chat with Dr. Bijoy John, the founder and medical director of Sleep Wellness Clinics of America and  founder of Sleep Fix Academy which offers online courses, podcasts, and other resources to improve sleep quality. Are you ready to make sleep a priority? Connect with Dr. John https://www.linke...

Finding Peace in Everyday Life with Ann Swanson, M.S. 24.04.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #126 Ann Swanson, author of Meditation for the Real World, chats about the fascinating science behind meditation, how it can positively impact your relationships, and walks us through some practices – one that can double as a fun party trick! Highlights 🤔 Party Trick Wisdom: A fun way to learn how to...

Gut Over DNA: Revealing the Secret to Optimum Wellness with Josh Dech 10.04.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email 🎙️ In episode #125, we dive deep into the fascinating world of one of my ALL-TIME FAVORITE topics: gut health. Listen in as Josh Dech explains why your gut health is more important then your DNA! 👉 Gut Health Basics: Your gut health affects your productivity, emotions, mental clarity, ability to learn, quality...

Beat Procrastination and Limit Distractions with William Wadsworth 27.03.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #124 chat with William Wadsworth, a memory and productivity psychologist, author, and host of the Exam Study Expert podcast. Highlights:  1.     If you feel overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated – you are likely simply cognitively overloaded.  2.     When you understand Cognitive Load Theory you can co...

Unhunched: The Power of Posture for a Pain-Free, Stress-Free Life with Aesha Tahir 13.03.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email Aesha Tahir reveals the link between better posture and a pain-free life, less stress, and improved self-confidence. She is an award-winning author, keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and movement specialist who provides trainings on posture and wellness. Her best-selling book “Unhunched: Discover Wellness Thro...

PhD Pause and Play: Navigating Life, Stopping, and Restarting the Academic Journey with Adam Baldry, MA 28.02.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email On this show I chat with Adam Baldy. Adam holds an MA in East Asian Studies and is a PhD student at the University of Arizona. As a Senior IT Systems Analyst at Pima Community College, he blends his in-person and online teaching experience with ed tech management. Highlights ·      Starting a doctoral program is...

Let's Press Pause...and Rest with Dr. Heather Frederick 14.02.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email Let's go on a little adventure and explore what rest means to you. If you haven't already heard my thoughts on self-care as a secret weapon and the role of self-love...check them out here: Unleash Your Genius: The Secret of Self-Care https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/6988105 100 Guests Changed My Life...

Love Isn't Love Until It's Given Away: Exploring the Love Languages with Paul Zolman 31.01.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email This conversation delves into the profound impact of love on personal well-being and its potential to create a more loving world. In this episode I chat with Paul Zolman, a speaker, educator, veteran, entrepreneur, and author of the book " Role of Love: The most effective way to demonstrate love every day....

The Road to Getting PhDone - Research Alignment with Dr. Allen Roda 17.01.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In this episode I welcome back Dr. Allen Roda, author of PhDone. We chat about everything from topic generation to oral defense. Highlights: Don't get married to your research method - changing your method is not the end of the world (we promise!) Being flexible is part of the doctoral process - learning ho...

Navigating Fear and Finding Hope with Swami Nityananda 03.01.2024

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In this episode I welcome back  Swami Netyananda , spiritual leader and teacher at Awake Yoga Meditation (known as Dr. Juniper Ellis at Loyola University, Maryland). We dive deep into her book "Awake, the Yoga of Pure Awareness" that delivers a message of hope, resilience, and practical tools for findi...

Words of Power: Setting Your Course for 2024 with Heather Frederick, PhD 20.12.2023

Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In this short but reflective and empowering episode, I invite you to give yourself permission and brace the power of intention to set the tone for a transformative 2024. I was surprised my word: Listening. My mantra for 2024 will be: I am listening. What's yours? email me at: info@expandyourhappy.com. If yo...

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