Exploring Mental Health: Understanding Addiction, Reducing Stigma, and Transforming Awareness

Send us Fan MailEver wondered how understanding addiction could transform your approach to mental health? Discover insights from renowned experts like Gabor Maté, who sheds light on the diverse forms of addiction, including the often-overlooked addiction to power. We also tackle global mental health challenges with Vikram Patel, emphasizing the critical need for community involvement and better access to treatment. Our discussion highlights generational shifts in mental health awareness, questioning whether increased openness is leading to actionable change.Join us for a compelling exploration of mental health, featuring thought-provoking TED Talks by Eleanor Longden and Thomas Insel. We delve into Longden's journey with "The Voices in My Head" and Insel's vision for rebranding mental disorders to reduce stigma. The conversation extends into the holiday spirit with reflections on Thanksgiving, the importance of pacing during festive feasts, and a reminder to book entertainment events early. As the Motor City Hypnotist, I share personal experiences and offer a free hypnosis guide to help listeners understand its benefits. Connect with us to discover new perspectives and tools for enhancing mental well-being.FIND ME:My Website: https://motorcityhypnotist.com/podcastMy social media links: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/motorcityhypnotist/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCjjLNcNvSYzfeX0uHqe3gATwitter: https://twitter.com/motorcityhypnoInstagram: motorcityhypnoFREE HYPNOSIS GUIDEhttps://detroithypnotist.convertri.com/podcast-free-hypnosis-guidePlease also subscribe to the show and leave a review.(Stay with me as later in the podcast, I’ll be giving away a free gift to all listeners!)Change your thinking, change your life!Laugh hard, run fast, be kind.  David R. Wright MA, LPC, CHTThe Motor City Hypnotist