SAD isn’t a simple lack of motivation or laziness; it’s a circadian timing problem. In this episode we unpack the biology, the common signs, and the small, repeatable habits that lift winter mood and energy.You’ll learnWhat SAD is (and how it differs from “winter blues”)How short daylight shifts your body clock, sleep, hormones and appetiteThe biggest leverFood & routine basics for steadier energySleep anchors and wind-down choreography,When to seek extra supportJoin the cohort: Breaking SADA 12-week, evidence-based programme: light therapy done right, sleep & daily routines, nutrition for winter, low-day tools, holidays/workplace support and much more.CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE/ENROLSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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164. Brain Bite: Morning Sunlight & Your Mood
Some practical tips for making the most of thr sun's anti-depressant effects.Check out my free training here.___SubstackCorporate Speaking How to Build a Healthy Brain* Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain* Original music by Juan Iglesias *Affiliate links The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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163. Breaking the Paywall
What happens when the science you’ve already paid for is locked behind a paywall?In this sponsor supported episode I trace how academic publishing shifted from learned societies to commercial houses and paywalls, why this creates global inequities in health and research, and how the Gates Foundation’s refreshed Open Access (OA) policy aims to change the system.The Gates Foundation's Open Access Policy___SubstackCorporate Speaking How to Build a Healthy Brain* Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain* Original music by Juan Iglesias *Affiliate links The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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162. Brain Bite: Why We Dream
What, if anything, do our dreams mean?___Newsletter sign upCorporate Speaking How to Build a Healthy Brain* Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain* Patreon Original music by Juan Iglesias *Affiliate links The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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161. Denial: The Knowledge We Refuse to Know
This week I explore this most common yet most slippery states of mind, and the harms of getting stuck in it.___SubstackCorporate Speaking How to Build a Healthy Brain* Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain* Original music by Juan Iglesias *Affiliate links The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to the Stronger Minds Podcast where I bring you everything you need to know to build a healthier brain and a stronger mind, including food and nutrition, psychology, lifestyle, mental habits and debating big ideas. From Chartered Psychologist Kimberley Wilson. Support this show at foodandpsych.substack.com1433ff1156025a66c771adb8545ac9052af093e1Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/strongerminds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.