138. Donald Altman: A Story of Hope, Healing and Renewal

Today the wonderful Donald Altman is hanging out with us to discuss his newest book, Travelers - a story about overcoming grief while finding hope, healing, and renewal.  Donald Altman is a psychotherapist, Award-winning writer, international workshop trainer, former Buddhist monk, and past Vice-President of The Center for Mindful Eating. In today's episode, we talk about...  - Donald’s experience as a Buddhist monk - Why he wrote Travelers - What you can do when struggling with intrusive thoughts - Why we need to get beyond labeling people with diagnoses - What mindfulness looks like - Why people struggle to sit in stillness with their thoughts - The power of sitting in nature - How science doesn’t show us the whole picture - The controversy with diagnosing grief - Why I was resistant to going to therapy ...and so much more.  ✨ If you loved today’s conversation, and you know someone who’d benefit from hearing it, please share it with them.  HANGOUT WITH ME ON INSTAGRAM TODAY'S SHOW NOTES  

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How can I heal my trauma? Why am I anxious? How can I bounce back from rejection? What can I do to heal my hormones? How do I find my path to my true self? What is a mother wound? How can I transcend grief? Why can’t I stop overthinking? What can I eat to beat depression? How can I thrive during stress? These are just a few of the big questions we will dive into on The Courageously.u Podcast. I’m your host Tara Bixby, and I’m on a mission to change the mental health narrative. I’m a licensed therapist, anxiety coach, mental health activist, and everyday girl. I’m basically the best friend you never knew you needed. Each week, I have courageous conversations with experts, authors, doctors, healers, and everyday humans like yourself. New episodes coming your way every Wednesday! Have a question or topic you'd like covered on the show? Be sure to send an email to hello@courageouslyu.com.