Jim Shoopack

Mind Matters & Mischief with Dr. Jim Shoopack

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Mind Matters & Mischief with Dr. Jim Shoopack is a mental wellness and personal growth podcast that blends honest conversations , faith-driven encouragement , and a playful dose of humor . Hosted by Dr. Jim Shoopack —educator, marathoner, and two-time survivor of Major Depressive Disorder—each episode offers real stories, practical insights, and lighthearted mischief to help you navigate stress, grief, and everyday challenges with more hope and a lot more laughter. If you’re looking for a show about mental health, resilience, healing, mindset, and finding joy again —without taking yourself too...

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Jim Shoopack

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Human Side of Olympians: Mental Health 12.03.2026 17:07

Dr. Jim Shoopack discusses the mental health challenges faced by Olympians, the progress made by the US Olympic Committee, and the importance of mental health awareness for athletes and everyone. keywords # Olympic #mentalhealth #athlete #athletementalhealth #USOlympicCommittee #USOPC #SimoneBiles #NaomiOsaka #mentalhealthsupport #sportspsychology #mentalhealthstigma #stimga #TokyoOlympics #Paraly...

A Christian Perspective to Overcoming Mental Illness 11.03.2026 21:03

Dr. Jim Shoopack explores the intersection of faith and mental health, sharing personal experiences and biblical examples to provide hope and practical guidance for those facing mental illness. keywords # mentalhealth #faith #Christianity #depression #anxiety #support #hope #healing #biblicalexamples #community key topics Mental illness from a Christian perspective Biblical examples of emotional d...

The Christian Perspective of Overcoming Mental Illness 11.03.2026 21:03

The Effects of Loving a Loved Pet and Honoring Their Memory 28.01.2026 27:09

n this episode of Mind Matters and Mischief , Dr. Jim Shoopack explores the profound and often misunderstood experience of grieving a pet . Losing a companion is more than just losing an animal; it’s the loss of a deep emotional bond and a constant source of support. Dr. Shoopack delves into the psychology of pet loss , explaining the biological and mental health reasons why these losses hit so ha...

The Profound Effects of Losing a Loved Pet 28.01.2026 26:57

Dr. Jim Shoopack delves into the profound grief associated with losing a pet. He shares personal stories of his own losses and discusses the deep emotional bonds we form with our pets. The episode explores the psychological and biological aspects of pet loss, emphasizing how pets serve as anchors for those dealing with mental health challenges. Dr. Shoopack offers insights into rituals and ways to...

The Nuclear Physicist and the 17-year old HS Senior 20.01.2026 28:59

Soooooooo.... a Nuclear Physicist and a High School Senior walk into a bar.......sorta... “The Growth Mindset of Fred DeLuca vs. the Fixed Mindset of Blimpie: Fear, Pivoting, and the Courage to Build Something Bigger” In this episode, Dr. Jim Shoopack uncovers the powerful mindset difference that changed the fast-food world forever. While Blimpie stayed comfortable, rigid, and unwilling to evolve,...

The Triple Chord of Overcoming Depression 1:10 13.01.2026 25:37

The Triple Chord Approach to Overcoming Depression Recovery from depression is rarely a single-track journey; it is most effective when multiple strengths are woven together. In this episode, we explore the "Triple Chord Approach," a holistic framework that integrates Faith, Medication, and Therapy to create a resilient foundation for mental health. Based on the principle that a "threefold cord is...

Trailer Episode 1:1 28.11.2025 2:55

Mind Matters & Mischief with Dr. Jim Shoopack is a podcast about real mental health, honest stories, and finding hope through humor. Dr. Jim shares lived experiences with depression, grief, faith, growth, and everyday mischief to help you feel understood, encouraged, and a little lighter. Each episode blends insight, reflection, and playful moments to remind you that healing doesn’t have to be...