Podcast 49: Reading and Its Impact on Mental Well-being

This week’s podcast talks about the potential impact of consuming mental health content on an individual's own psychological well-being. I reflect on, as a former editor for a mental health YouTube channel, frequently reading about challenging topics like depression and anxiety can be emotionally taxing which leads me to prefer positive psychology, a field that emphasizes strengths, virtues, and what contributes to a fulfilling life, in contrast to traditional psychology's focus on identifying and addressing problems. I also talk about how practicing gratitude and seeking out positive reminders can serve as a counterbalance to the emotional weight of heavier mental health discussions.Loved this episode? You can find extra goodies, gentle tools, and printable doses of wonder over in my Ko-fi shop. You can also buy me a coffee to help support me. Every purchase supports this quiet corner of the internet and helps keep the podcast going. Thank you for being here. 💛References: https://medium.com/mindful-mental-health/can-reading-about-mental-health-have-an-effect-on-your-mental-health-16ff2c2f4aad Can reading about mental health have an effect on your mental health? By Caitlin McColl Get full access to Dose of Wonder at caitlinmccoll.substack.com/subscribe