Mental Maps

Is stress a cause of mental illness? In this episode Josh discusses the impact of stress on the brain and how the chronic stress response can lead to mental illness. The episode also covers ways to manage stress and how to possibly prevent the progression into pathological illness. 

In the third episode of a six part series Josh discusses how mental illness can be based on someones genes. The episode covers an overview of genes, how they can be a cause of mental illness, and how lifestyle and environment factor in. 

In the second episode of a six part series Josh discusses the biological causes of mental illness including viruses, inflammation, physiological illnesses, and the gut microbiome. 

Have you every wondered why brains get sick? In episode one of a six part series Josh discusses a new way to understand mental illness. This episode is an overview of his model identifying the causes of mental health issues and how to better understand these illnesses.    Follow us on Instagram @mentalmapspodcast

Does everything in your life have a like or dislike button? What if there was another way to interact in the world? In this episode Josh discusses the challenges of living life based on approval and how to overcome this with the self-regulation skill of acceptance. 

We all find ourselves in conflict with someone; spouse, roommate, co-worker, friend, parent, etc. In this episode Josh is joined by clinical psychologist and author Dr. Alan Godwin to discuss how to solve people conflict. Dr. Godwin will share an understanding of conflict and tips that he has used to helps 100's of couples over his career.    To learn more about Dr. Godwins work including his book...

Do you find yourself falling into unhelpful or unhealthy behaviors no matter how hard you try to avoid them? In this episode Josh will discuss how to create self control and what you can do to maintain this in a pleasure based world.    Follow us on Instagram @mentalmapspodcast

In this episode Josh discusses the pitfalls of not using motivation properly and how to build long lasting change on self-discipline.   Mental Maps is NOW on Instagram. Stay up to date and connect @mentalmapspodcast

In this episode Josh sits down with veteran and 1st Phorm athlete Geoff Speyrer to discuss his story of transformation, his mindset, and how to manage life's challenges.    To follow Geoff check him out on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook   *This episode does contain explicit language* 

Do you have goals? If so, do you feel like these goals are possible; or do you find yourself getting stuck in the process? In this episode Josh discusses self based goals. Throughout the discussion you will learn how the brain makes goals, how to make goals achievable, and what to do if you feel like you can't achieve these goals. 

Are your expectations true? In this episode Josh discusses what are expectations, how they impact our daily life, and how they could be wrong. 

In the first episode of season 2 Josh discusses the concept of mental wellness. The episode focuses on explaining what is mental wellness, how it differentiates from mental health, and how to promote it in your life. 

In the second episode of a two part series, Josh discusses coping in the moment and how to prepare for future stressors. 

Do you have enough brain fuel to cope with life? In the first episode of a two part series Josh discusses the concept of coping and how your brain manages the stresses of life. 

In honor of suicide awareness month Josh discusses the concept of hopelessness, its connection to suicide, and how you can help yourself or someone you know.  National Suicide Hotline: (800)-273-8255   Disclaimer: This episode can be emotionally heavy. 

Where is your mind? In episode 3 Josh discuses the concept of being present including why it's so difficult and how you can stay in the moment. 

Have you ever wonder why you do the behaviors that you do? In episode 2 of Mental Maps Josh discusses the question "why do people act the way they act?" 

The pilot episode of mental maps focuses on the concept of brain improvement and the opportunities 2020 has created for us to better our minds.    [Please excuse the sound quality, this will be improved on further episodes]