The Change Lab

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In the last episode of The Change Lab, I talked to Elaine O’Brien, Ph.D. about play and how it facilitates wellbeing. In today’s episode, I get into my own experience with a game I’ve been playing recently, ice hockey, and three life lessons I’ve gained from re-engaging in this sport. If you’re at a plateau in your life or you need some inspiration to add more play and fun to your life, this one is for you. Check it out and make sure to get your lab work exercise for the week at the end of the episode.For more, follow Dr. Heinz on Instagram, or visit drsashaheinz.com/podcastProduced by Peoples Media

The Power of PlayFor more, follow Dr. Heinz on Instagram, or visit drsashaheinz.com/podcastProduced by Peoples Media

Ellen Vora, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and holistic health practitioner renowned for her pioneering approach to mental health care. With a foundation in conventional psychiatry complemented by integrative and holistic healing modalities, Dr. Vora offers patients a comprehensive and empowering path to well-being. A graduate of Yale University and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, she blends her expertise with mindfulness meditation, nutrition, and herbal medicine to address the root causes of mental illness. Driven by a commitment to holistic wellness, Dr. Vora is dedicated to transforming mental health care through her clinical practice, speaking engagements, and educational outreach, inspiring individuals to embrace a more balanced and resilient approach to mental well-being.For more, follow Dr. Heinz on Instagram, or visit drsashaheinz.com/podcastProduced by Peoples Media

Do you ever feel like there are not enough minutes in the day to get all the things done? Or lament that you’re not using your time productively? Well, what if your fixation on productivity was actually unproductive?! I’m fairly certain it is! In today’s episode, I reflect on a heart-stopping quote from Carl Sagan that makes our secret desire to win a productivity ribbon each day seem pretty darn absurd. So, if you struggle with time management, this episode is for you. We’ll explore the liberating idea that there is, in fact, no universal “Good Use of Time Scale.” You are the only person who can determine what is and is not a good use of your time. But with this freedom come responsibility. You must define the parameters of valuable time use by getting clear on your goals and your values. And, of course, there is an eye-opening lab work exercise to help you look objectively at how you are spending your time right now. Remember, your time is not to be managed; it’s meant to be lived. So, let’s put the “own up” in grown up and start creating deliberate, self-authored days. Show Notes:For more, follow Dr. Heinz on Instagram, or visit drsashaheinz.com/podcastProduced by Peoples Media

Today in The Change Lab, I’m joined by my former coach and goal-setting expert, Caroline Adams Miller. Twenty-three years ago, Caroline helped me achieve an impossible goal that changed my life. In our conversation, Caroline breaks down the difference between learning goals and performance goals and why distinguishing one from the other matters; why women need less consolation from their friends and more encouragement to go after hard goals; and how she’s approaching her next big goal…writing her forthcoming book, Big Goals, which comes out in the Fall of 2024. As Caroline reminds us, “the happiest people wake up to hard goals.” This episode is a must listen if you have big dreams, but feel stuck without a clear idea of how to realize those goals. Show Notes:Caroline Adams Miller, MAPP WebsiteCaroline’s BooksCreating Your Best LifeGetting Grit: The Evidence-Based Approach to Cultivating Passion, Perseverance, and PurposeMy Name is CarolineFor more, follow Dr. Heinz on Instagram, or visit drsashaheinz.com/podcastProduced by Peoples Media