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Mind Matters & Mischief with Dr. Jim Shoopack

by Jim Shoopack

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 seriously—you’re in the right place. Tune in, breathe deep, smile, and remember: your mind matters… and a little mischief makes the journey brighter. mental health, mental wellness, depression recovery, faith and mental health, personal growth podcast, grief and healing, lived experience mental health, resilien

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Episodes

  1. Human Side of Olympians: Mental Health

    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...

  2. A Christian Perspective to Overcoming Mental Illness

    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...

  3. The Christian Perspective of Overcoming Mental Illness

    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...

  4. The Effects of Loving a Loved Pet and Honoring Their Memory

    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...

  5. The Profound Effects of Losing a Loved Pet

    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...

  6. The Nuclear Physicist and the 17-year old HS Senior

    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...

  7. The Triple Chord of Overcoming Depression 1:10

    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…

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    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...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

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 seriously—you’re in the right place. Tune in, breathe deep, smile, and remember: your mind matters… and a little mischief makes the journey brighter.

mental health, mental wellness, depression recovery, faith and mental health, personal growth podcast, grief and healing, lived experience mental health, resilien

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Jim Shoopack

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is Mind Matters & Mischief with Dr. Jim Shoopack about?

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...

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Mind Matters & Mischief with Dr. Jim Shoopack is created and hosted by Jim Shoopack.
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