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 weekly 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!
Episodes
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 ability to focuses is declining due to digital distractions, affecting all age groups.
- Digital media use...
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-med, she specializes in psycho neuroimmunology exploring the mind body connection and the power of medicinal plants.
Your ...
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 help you make sense of your world
- We have three basic human needs - all of which are challenged during the doctoral journey...
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 - Write down what you eat everyday for a week. Eye opening!
- Social Media - What/who are you following and how is this ...
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 can do anything!
Ask yourself: What am I intentionally doing to strengthen my...
1. Mind?
2. Bo...
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.linkedin.com/in/dr-sleepfix/
https://www.facebook.com/sleepfixacademy/
Supp...
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 trust your gut when you’ve got a tough decision.
🧠 Mindful Misconceptions: Meditation isn't about controll...
🎙️ 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 of sleep, and more.
🧠 The Gut-Brain Connection: The gut influences the brain and vice versa, making it a crucial aspect of...
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 combat procrastination and be a more effective learner.
3. Optimize intrinsic load by breaking tasks into manageable compone...
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 Through Posture.”
If you want visuals watch this on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/50Hoi4NInMY
Highlights:
1. Good posture is ...
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 a big decision (perhaps the biggest decision you will ever make). If at any time you feel pressured to start a program, que...
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 (will they change yours?)
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/12981214
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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." Paul shares his inspiring journey from a childhood filled with abuse to adopting a mindset that allows him to love fre...
In this episode I welcome back Dr. Allen Roda, author of PhDone. We chat about everything from topic generation to oral defense.
Highlights:
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 finding inner clarity and peace in challenging times.
Get it here: https://amzn.to/41cKtRL
Highlights
- It is important...
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 you enjoyed humming with me, be sure to bookmark episode #54 and hum with me anytime you need to...
In this episode I welcome back Dai Manuel to chat about the "2% Solution" for self-care. We discuss the importance of dedicating 30 minutes daily to personal wellness through movement, meditation, and positive input. Emphasis is placed on the power of small, consistent actions in self-improvement and mental health, while cautioning against the time lost to screen usage. The conversation also touches on the value of intui...
#115 Catie is the founder and head editor of CS Phares, a company dedicated to helping academics turn their research into engaging content.
Highlights:
1. Engaging writing is valuable currency!
2. Story telling is having a renaissance – it is a way to engage your audience so that your ideas can get out there (everyone loves a story)
3. Academics aren’t taught how to use storytelling to present their research (straight facts a...
#114 with Lauren Saunders, PhD.
Lauren is the Vice President of Editing and Research for Dissertation Editor, where she previously served as an editor and managing editor.
Highlights:
· Publishing your dissertation as a book and/or article(s) is a worthwhile endeavor - get your work out there (don’t kid yourself that people, beyond grad students, are going to read your dissertation as is).
· The dissertation is a very specif...
#113 with Vinnie Stergin
Vinnie is a musician, artist & educator. Over the past 20 years he has taught, coached & inspired hundreds of students from all walks of life to explore their creativity and experience the transformative power of music and specifically “The Mindful Ukulele Method”
Highlights:
· Playing music and practicing mindfulness allows for a deep experience that taps into the mind-body connection.
· Mus...
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