Happiness is a goal that we all share in life. Who doesn't want to be happy, right? Our mental health can have a massive impact on our physical health, so it's important to understand how our body reacts to our mood. But what do we truly know about happiness and how to achieve it? In this episode Dr Linda explores the 4 neurochemicals that help fuel happiness and provides tips on how you can maximise the benefits of these hormones to make sure that you feel happier in your every day life. Let us...
Aug 14, 2018•12 min•Ep. 21
Do you feel like you're going round and round in circles, and never moving forward with life? You might be feeling like you're stuck in a rut, which emphasises feelings of being trapped in a situation and a loss of control over your future - but there are ways that you can get out of that negative cycle. In this episode Dr Linda lays out 5 brain changing steps that you can incorporate into your daily life to help if you've found yourself feeling like you're stuck in a rut lately. Let us know wha...
Aug 07, 2018•10 min•Ep. 20
With everything that we see in films, on tv and in the news regarding airborn disasters, it's no surprise that many of us have a fear of flying - right? And come the summer months when we're planning our summer holidays, we tend to find that these feelings and anxieties become more pronounced. But don't let a fear of flying stop you from enjoying a new adventure. In this episode Dr Linda explores the science and studies behind our fears of flying and techniques that you can put in place to help ...
Jul 31, 2018•10 min•Ep. 19
How we feel about and deal with our finances can have a devastating effect on our mental health. It can lead to distressing physical problems, stress, anxiety and depression. Not only does the stress from debt impact our mental health, it also can affect our relationships with others. Dr Linda provides insight into the links between debt and money issues to depression and anxiety and provides 5 easy steps on what you can do if you find yourself in this position. We hope these tips have helped yo...
Jul 24, 2018•11 min•Ep. 18
We all experience anxiety on some level. It's a normal reaction to life and is a beneficial reaction to stress. However, it has a tendency to become a problem when creeping anxious thoughts start to dominate your daily routine. But there are things you can do to help control these feelings. Dr Linda provides insight into how anxiety affects our brain and the steps we can take to try and overcome it. We hope these tips have helped you and please feel free to rate, review and share the podcast wit...
Jul 17, 2018•11 min•Ep. 17
Just because saying Yes is the easier option, it doesn't mean it's right. It's important to learn the importance of saying No so that you can establish boundaries and avoid feeling resentful or put upon by others. In this episode Dr Linda lays out 5 tips that can help you let go of the fear and harness the power of saying No. We hope these tips have helped you and please feel free to rate, review and share the podcast with someone that you think it may help. Let us know what topics you'd like to...
Jul 10, 2018•10 min•Ep. 16
When you have poor self esteem, it means that the way you process the world is always from a place of inferiority; which instantly puts you on the back foot. In this episode Dr Linda explores how and why so many of us suffer with self esteem issues and provides 5 tips that you can learn to master to help you feel more confident in your skin. We hope these tips have helped you and please feel free to rate, review and share the podcast with someone that you think it may help. Let us know what topi...
Jul 03, 2018•13 min•Ep. 15
1 in 5 13 - 18 year olds report being a victim of cyberbullying. Bullying is an age old problem that has a serious impact on our emotional health. Cyberbullying has brought a whole new element to this as smartphones, tablets and laptops can make it feel as though the bully has invaded your home and your private space. It can feel as though there is no escape. In this episode Dr Linda offers up insight on how to spot the signs that your child or loved one might be experiencing difficulties at the...
Jun 19, 2018•9 min•Ep. 14
Re-building your life after a traumatic experience is a slow process, but it's a crucial one. Whether you have recently suffered a bereavement, a life-threatening illness, a violent attack - whatever the trauma you've experienced might be - it's imperative that you understand the importance allowing yourself time to heal. Symptoms of PTSD are not a sign of weakness. They are a normal human reaction to terrifying experiences. In this episode Dr Linda explores how our brain reacts to trauma and pr...
Jun 12, 2018•11 min•Ep. 13
Forgiveness is one of the most important elements that can affect a relationship's chance to develop and grow in a healthy way. Dr Linda explores the science and studies into the role of forgiveness and offers up five tips on how you can move forward and let go of resentment towards whoever has caused you pain. Whether that's a partner, friend or family member. We hope these tips have helped you and please feel free to rate, review and share the podcast with someone that you think would enjoy it...
Jun 05, 2018•11 min•Ep. 12
Time is always in short supply. That’s why it’s so important for us to ensure that we manage our time effectively. More often than not, the typical reaction when we have a lot on our plate is to do more. To get out of bed earlier and to work later as we desperately try to cram all that is demanded of us into our days. When perhaps what we should really be doing is saying ‘No’ in a bid to manage expectations not only for other people but for ourselves too. Let Dr Linda arm you with 5 tips to help...
May 29, 2018•9 min•Ep. 11
Not getting enough sleep has a profound affect on our mental health and well being. As a result, the relationship between sleep and mood is very complex and worryingly, this struggle staying or falling asleep is becoming more and more common. Dr Linda explores the science and studies into sleep disturbance and provides 5 easy steps you can take to ensure get you get those all important zzz's at night. Follow @DrLinda_P on Twitter and please do take the time to rate, review and spread the word ab...
May 22, 2018•12 min•Ep. 10
If you've previously listened to our episode on How To Improve Your Relationship With Food, you might find this follow up exploring the damaging affect Feeders can have on health behaviours useful. Dr Linda explores the research that backs up how our eating habits are affected in group environments and offers up 5 steps to help you if you find your own health goals being sabotaged by a feeder. We hope these tips have helped you and please feel free to rate, review and share the podcast with some...
May 15, 2018•8 min•Ep. 9
As a society we are fetishising food. From our photos on Instagram, adverts, tv shows, books, blogs...food is hard to escape. The world is full of advice telling us that different ways of eating are the healthiest way we can be. All of this information can be confusing, overwhelming and quite distressing. Whether you're an emotional eater, yo-yo dieter, or perhaps struggling with some more restrictive obsessions towards food, Dr Linda is here to arm you with 5 tips to help you learn to be kind t...
May 08, 2018•12 min•Ep. 8
Ask yourself - what do you really need in life? We live in a world where we are led to believe that the more "stuff" that we have, the happier we will be. However, studies show that people who seek materialistic gains are actually much more susceptible to low self esteem and poor mental well being. It's important that we learn to be content with what we have. Dr Linda explores the less is more philosophy and offers insight in how to recognise a want from a need. Follow @DrLinda_P on Twitter and ...
May 01, 2018•11 min•Ep. 7
Confidence matters just as much as competence when you are trying to achieve your goals. Having belief in yourself and your abilities goes a long way in life and so it's important to focus on what you are good at and not what you're lacking. In this episode Dr Linda explores studies that show that women are less likely to push for promotions and pay rises and offers up 5 tips on how you can recognise your worth and boost your confidence in the workplace. Follow @DrLinda_P on Twitter and please d...
Apr 24, 2018•9 min•Ep. 6
Negative thought patterns can clutter your mind and taint how you see the world. They can make the world seem like a dark and hostile place. Whereas when we are experiencing positive emotions we open our minds up to possibilities we couldn't previously see. Dr Linda explores the research that shows how negative thoughts 5 everyday tips on how you can spring clean your mind and get rid of mental clutter. Follow @DrLinda_P on Twitter and please do take the time to rate, review and spread the word ...
Apr 17, 2018•10 min•Ep. 5
Have you noticed that you get distracted much more easily than you used to? You're not alone. Studies show that social media, smartphones and other digital devices have had an impact on our memory and how we store information. There's no doubt that we live in exciting times where we are more connected than ever and have a world of information at our fingertips, but the downside is that all of this information is that it is leading us to distraction. We find ourselves flitting from one app, scree...
Apr 10, 2018•8 min•Ep. 4
Many of us are scared of expressing anger because we're so used to being told that anger is bad, or being angry means you're difficult, but anger doesn't always have to have negative connotations. In this episode Dr Linda talks through 5 steps that can help you understand how to be more authentic about your feelings and why it's important to express your anger calmly and clearly rather than bottling these emotions up. Stay in touch with @DrLinda_P on twitter and If you're enjoying the series, pl...
Apr 03, 2018•12 min•Ep. 3
What is worrying - and why do we do it? When we are locked in a cycle of worry it can be paralysing, heighten anxiety and cloud our perspective. More often than not, our fears are unfounded, but that doesn't stop us from obsessing over the worst case scenario or protect us from those familiar feelings of impending doom. Let Dr Linda arm you with 5 tips on how to help yourself break free from incessant worry so that you are in control of your thoughts, instead of your thoughts controlling you. St...
Mar 27, 2018•11 min•Ep. 2
Do you think that you need to be beautiful to be happy? Having low body image can hold you back and in life. That's a fact. It can stop you reaching your goals and can even cause mental and physical health problems. In this episode, Dr Linda unpicks why we put so much emphasis on our appearance being the key to self esteem and self worth and how we can stop these negative thought processes. Following it up with 5 actionable tips that can help you build a better relationship with your body. Follo...
Mar 20, 2018•16 min•Ep. 1
In this new weekly series, Dr Linda Papadopoulos explores a different element of mental health and psychology and how it can impact our daily lives. Covering a wide range of topics such as the effects of sleeplessness on our brains and our health, the psychology behind anger, anxiety, how to deal with depression, grief and interpersonal issues such as how to break up with someone. So, whether you're struggling with body confidence or lacking the motivation needed to get you out of a rut and chan...
Mar 05, 2018•29 sec•Ep. 1
