Inner Path Seekers | Lessons for Life

Many are familiar with the age-old wisdom that emphasizes the positive impact of nature on one’s well-being. Those who have immersed themselves in the tranquility of forests, mountains, oceanfronts, or other natural settings can attest to the profound sense of wellness they impart. Beyond the intuitive understanding that nature feels good, there is actually also an extensive amount of research spanning over a decade that substantiates the remarkable impact it has on both our physical and mental health. To delve in-depth into this topic, I invited, as a guest of our show, Dr. Melissa Lem—a family physician who is an internationally recognized proponent of nature and health, and who is also the Director of PaRx. An initiative of the BC Parks Foundation, PaRx is driven by healthcare professionals who want to improve patients’ health by connecting them to nature. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/02/dr-melissa-lem/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at ⁠https://theipsproject.com/academy⁠. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 Intro 0:00 - 02:57 Back to basics: why prescribe nature? 02:58 - 05:07 Dr. Lem’s childhood hero: Dr. Suzuki 05:08 - 10:37 The PaRx project 10:38 - 16:38 Who benefits from a nature prescription? 16:39 - 18:21 The science behind it all 18:22 - 22:30 The healing power of nature 22:31 - 25:17 How much nature time we need to reap the benefits 25:18 - 30:08 The IPS Academy 30:09 - 31:25 How much nature is enough? 31:26 - 34:00 Nature time reduces loneliness 34:01 - 35:01 The 3/3300 rule: more nature for everyone 35:02 - 35:55 Bringing nature indoors 35:56 - 38:49 Getting the most out of your nature time 38:50 - 41:55 Measuring the effectiveness of nature 41:56 - 44:22 The upwards trend of nature prescription 44:23 - 47:15 Exciting upcoming research and projects 47:16 - 49:14 The future of nature prescriptions 49:15 - 51:39 Final question 51:40 - 55:00 Outro 55:01 - 57:13 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

Sex educator and coach ⁠Ruth Ramsay⁠ shares key pieces of advice and tips on how to consciously improve your sex life here in this episode. Ruth has made notable appearances in the media, boasting a rich background that spans over a decade as a striptease artist. She now holds a transformational coaching diploma and supports clients by blending her coaching skills with her life experience. Beyond this, she has contributed to discussions around the intricate world of sex through her writing and played a pivotal role in establishing the first union for adult workers in the UK. She is also a passionate activist for sexual rights, earning recognition through an award for her advocacy of the erotic rights of people with disabilities. Notably, her TEDx Talk, 'Revamp Your Sex Life In Six Minutes,' ranked up an extraordinary 1.5 million views within just a few months. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: ⁠https://theipsproject.com/2023/12/ruth-ramsay-improve-your-sex-life/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 Intro 00:00 - 03:33 Where shame, negativity, and stigma around the topic of sex, eroticism, and sexuality often come from 03:33 - 06:28 If you have shame around sex, here is what Ruth wants you to know first 06:28 - 09:30 How Ruth became a striptease artist 09:30 - 16:20  The shame people tried to inflict on Ruth 16:20 - 17:50 Two key bits of advice Ruth received at The London School of Striptease 17:50 - 19:08 Ruth's thoughts on today's glamorization of the striptease industry through Instagram and Tiktok 19:08 - 22:19 The IPS Academy 22:19 - 23:35 Why Ruth became an adult sex educator and coach 23:35 - 29:35 What happens during sex coaching, who it is for, who it isn't for 29:35 - 32:35 Ruth's Tedx Talk 'Revamp your sex life in 6 minutes' 32:35 - 36:05 The subjects Ruth would teach in school if she were invited to do so for a year 36:05 - 41:59 Resources about anatomy and sex science 41:59 - 43:12 Resources to learn and explore more about what you physically like 43:12 - 47:20 Tantra 47:20 - 49:06 Sex surrogacy 49:06 - 53:59 The damaging side of not being recognized as a sexual being 53:59 - 56:35 The work Ruth did with disabled people 56:35 - 1:00:48 How to change your self-image if you don't see yourself as sexy or erotic 1:00:48 - 1:05:31 How to start talking with your partner about desires, fantasies, etc. 1:05:31 - 1:08:35 Podcast suggestions about sex education 1:08:35 - 1:10:07 Would you want a round two with Ruth? (Let us know! :)) 1:10:07 - 1:11:01 Where to connect with Ruth Ramsay 1:11:01 - 1:13:11 Online courses by Ruth Ramsay 1:13:11 - 1:14:23 The final question 1:14:23 - 1:14:55 Outro 1:14:55 - 1:15:59 The IPS Academy 1:15:59 - 1:17:25 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming reinvention architect Craig Standland, who knows all about how to reinvent your life after watching his own crumble in 2013, when the FBI came knocking at his door, for a second round on the podcast. In this episode we delve deeper into Craig’s current occupation as a reinvention architect, what that means, and how he guides others as they navigate big life changes and end up becoming better people because of it. Craig is also the author of the best-seller ‘Blank Canvas: How I Reinvented My Life after Prison’, and gave an inspiring TEDx talk on the subject. If you’d like to spend even more time with him, both are really worth checking out. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2023/09/how-to-reinvent-your-life-craig-stanland/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 The IPS Academy 00:00 - 00:51 Intro 00:51 - 04:46 What most people wish for when they want to reinvent themselves 04:46 - 08:20 The most common age group Craig works with on reinvention 08:20 - 10:00 What people don't understand about the work Craig does as a reinvention architect 10:00 - 17:18 What Craig's own reinvention journey looked like and how he discovered the tools he uses today with clients 17:18 - 23:00 The four A's 23:00 - 26:02 Three major components to living a rich, fulfilling, and meaning-driven life 26:02 - 32:26 How to find your core values 32:26 - 35:11 The difference between healthy and unhealthy core values 35:11 - 39:00 Exercises to establish your core values 39:00 - 41:50 How to create a system that works for you 41:50 - 45:33 The fears that held Craig back on his own reinvention journey and how he got past them 45:33 - 50:39 The IPS Academy 50:39 - 51:55 What Craig did on his 50th birthday 51:55 - 55:36 What Craig would say to young people who feel pressured to get everything right in life 55:36 - 1:01:10 How to get a healthy view of success 1:01:10 - 1:04:28 When Craig realized meaning and fulfillment were more important than just money 1:04:28 - 1:07:50 Creating a catalyst in your life towards actions that create the life you want to live 1:07:50 - 1:14:06 Upcoming books Craig is working on 1:14:06 - 1:19:37 There is always a reason for behavior: Good people do bad things too 1:19:37 - 1:24:00 Where to find and connect with Craig 1:24:00 - 1:26:15 Final question 1:26:15 - 1:28:09 Outro 1:28:09 - 1:29:08 The IPS Academy 1:29:08 - 1:30:35 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. _______ #reinvention #psychology #mentalhealth --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

In this bonus episode, Dr. Medcalf, a psychologist and relationship expert with more than 30 years of experience in the field, takes over the IPS podcast. If, by the end of this episode, you’d like to learn even more from Dr. Medcalf, do check out the interview I did with her in ‘EP 035 - The Key to Great Relationships with Psychologist and Relationships Expert Dr. Abby Medcalf’, where we cover a whole lot more of good stuff on the topic of dating and relationships. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned by Dr. Medcalf can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2023/07/dr-abby-medcalf-bonus-episode/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 The IPS Academy | Online Courses 00:00 - 00:51 Intro 00:51 - 02:39 When you feel like you can’t find the right person in your life 02:39 - 07:40 Good questions to ask yourself or good things to do to help prepare yourself to bring the most into a relationship 07:40 - 12:27 The IPS Academy | Online Courses 12:27 - 13:43 Good ground rules to navigate a confrontational or emotional conversation with your partner 13:43 - 21:26 What do you do if your partner gets triggered? 21:26 - 23:06 Is the three-year itch and the seven-year itch real? These are the years during which most relationships end. 23:06 - 24:16How to maintain intimacy and connection in a long-term relationship 24:16 - 29:33 Tools, techniques, and tips to use to apply what you just learned 29:33 - 32:53 Outro 32:53 - 33:53 The IPS Academy | Online Courses 33:53 - 35:18 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

Discover the secrets to building great and healthy relationships with relationship expert, Dr. Abby Medcalf. With over 30 years of experience counselling individuals and couples, Dr. Medcalf is the author of the highly-rated book 'Be Happily Married' and host of the popular podcast 'Relationships Made Easy'. Get ready for an energy-filled discussion on the fascinating topic of romantic relationships. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned by Dr. Medcalf can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2023/05/the-key-to-great-relationships/ _______ The IPS Academy If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses.  Simply go to ⁠⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy.⁠⁠ What is also interesting to note is that all the courses are quite affordable, as we at The IPS Project do not want money to stand in the way of bettering one's life. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at ⁠⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy⁠⁠. _______ Timestamps: The IPS Academy 00:00 - 00:50 Intro 00:50 - 03:27 Studying relationships for more than 30 years 03:27 - 06:26 What got Dr. Medcalf so interested in relationships 06:26 - 08:58 The different approach Dr. Medcalf working with clients compared to other psychologists 08:58 - 13:37 Wrong mental health advice that is being shared on TikTok 13:37 - 19:35 The IPS Academy | Online Courses 19:35 - 20:52 Modern-day dating 20:52 - 31:50 Personality traits and qualities to look for in a partner 31:50 - 49:47 Relationships topics Dr. Medcalf would teach in school 49:47 - 58:10 The importance of having boundaries 58:10 - 1:05:26 How to negotiate in relationships 1:05:26 - 1:09:15 The final end question 1:09:15 - 1:10:29 Outro 1:10:29 - 1:11:31 The IPS Academy | Online Courses 1:11:31 - 1:12:58 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, ⁠⁠animated videos⁠⁠, a ⁠⁠book library⁠⁠, ⁠⁠online courses⁠⁠, ⁠⁠events⁠⁠, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: ⁠⁠https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

“If you don’t invest in your wellness, you will have to invest in your illness.” – Martin Inderbitzin  Dr. Martin Inderbitzin, a neuroscientist and cancer survivor, and Jellis Vaes, a mental health coach and cardiac arrest survivor, share lessons about life and death in this interview on The IPS Podcast. Show notes for this episode with all the resources and ways to connect with Dr. Martin Inderbitzin and Jellis Vaes:  https://theipsproject.com/2023/04/lessons-about-life-and-death/ Dare to Live by Dr. Martin Inderbitzin Dare to Live by Dr. Martin Inderbitzin is a collection of condensed insights from his personal experiences over the past decade of fighting pancreatic cancer. Each chapter is filled with his thoughts and practical actions, combining his understanding of neuroscience and his personal experience of battling chronic cancer and surviving pancreatic cancer—all of which helped him overcome challenges and find hope. https://amzn.to/3KCKiawhttps://amzn.to/3KCKiaw _______ The IPS Academy If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses.  Simply go to ⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy.⁠ What is also interesting to note is that all the courses are quite affordable, as we at The IPS Project do not want money to stand in the way of bettering one's life. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at ⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy⁠. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 The IPS Academy 00:00 - 00:50 Intro 00:50 - 06:18 Life update about Dr. Martin Inderbitzin and Jellis Vaes 06:18 - 12:31 How illness can turn relationships into an emotional rollercoaster 12:31 - 17:36 How Jellis Vaes was diagnosed with heart disease 17:36 - 23:32 Dr. Martin Inderbitzin’s recent cancer surgery 23:32 - 27:02 The questions about life and death that will be covered 27:02 - 28:05 How to balance living in the moment and planning for the future when time is limited 28:05 - 33:02 The importance of pursuing meaning instead of pleasure 33:0 - 37:16 How to help people see their own fragility 37:16 - 42:25 Why you should invest in your wellness 42:25 - 49:59 Good investments Martin and Jellis would recommend for your wellness 49:59 - 57:31 How to deal with hearing bad news in life 57:31 - 1:08:25 The IPS Academy | Online Courses 1:08:25 - 1:09:41 How to effectively celebrate the good news in life 1:09:41 - 1:15:35 How Martin started with sailing 1:15:35 - 1:19:31 Life lessons Martin learned through sailing 1:19:31 - 1:22:50 Life lessons Jellis learned through climbing mountains 1:22:50 - 1:24:40 How sailing and climbing mountains are schools of life 1:24:40 - 1:26:52 People Martin and Jellis look up to 1:26:52 - 1:31:05 Suggested books, videos, and podcasts about life and death 1:31:05 - 1:34:12 Martin's first book: Dare to Live 1:34:12 - 1:41:06 Outro 1:41:06 - 1:42:07 The IPS Academy | Online Courses 1:42:07 - 1:43:33 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, ⁠animated videos⁠, a ⁠book library⁠, ⁠online courses⁠, ⁠events⁠, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: ⁠https://theipsproject.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

“Compassion is for people who are suffering. Sympathy is for people who are suffering. Empathy is stepping out of my point of view and stepping into your point of view. And I can do that with you if you are happy, if you are confused, if you are suffering or not suffering.” - Karen Faith Empathy is a practice, not a feeling. Yes, you read that right. Whether you’re naturally good at feeling it or not, there is a set of skills behind empathy that anyone can learn and get better at. Knowing this opens a door that some people might feel has never existed for them before. And for others, it opens up the possibility to connect even more deeply with the people around them. In this episode on The IPS Podcast, we invited Karen Faith, empathy trainer and founder of Others Unlimited—a professional training and coaching firm that provides empathy training to brands, teams, and individuals. Some of the Questions: How have you come to the realization that empathy is indeed a practice and not a feeling? Have you noticed a difference between men and women in how they show empathy? What are some small or big things that you have noticed people doing that they think are helpful, but in reality are actually rather standing in the way of creating a true connection with someone? What You Will Learn from this Episode: What ultimately led Karen to start Others Unlimited and give trainings on empathy An exercise that Karen uses in her workshops to strengthen empathy What unconditional welcome is Show notes for this episode with all the resources and ways to connect with Karen: https://theipsproject.com/2023/02/how-to-strengthen-your-empathy/ _______ The IPS Academy If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses.  Simply go to TheIPSProject.com/academy. What is also interesting to note is that all the courses are quite affordable, as we at The IPS Project do not want money to stand in the way of bettering one's life. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at TheIPSProject.com/academy. _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

“I was told early on that with amputation 95% is mental and 5% is physical. If you get your head straight, the rest will follow.” - Alex Lewis There are people in this world who just blow your socks off with their courage and strength despite the massive adversities they had to go through. Alex Lewis, our guest in this interview, is one of those people. Before Alex lost his limbs and his lips, he was—as he describes himself—just a regular guy, with a partner and a two-year-old son, who ran a restaurant and who was primarily a stay-at-home dad. All this, however, changed in November 2013 when he fell ill. If you’d like to engage more with this interview, you can also watch the videotaped version on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/wW5PIqnc2II Some of the Questions: What happened in November 2013 when you thought you only had a common cold? What did those days seem like and when did you know something was not right? Is there something you would say to the “old you” (the one with limbs) that you feel could have helped you to live a better life? I read somewhere that you really liked the book Man's Search for Meaning by Víctor Frankl. What parts of the book spoke to you the most? What You Will Learn from this Episode: When and why Alex decided to fight and not remain a victim How he has learned to accept the changes that had happened to his body and to feel okay with them Why Alex received a personal invitation from Chris Martin, the lead singer of Coldplay Show notes for this episode with all the resources and ways to connect with Alex: https://theipsproject.com/2022/09/how-to-find-your-way-out-of-hell-alex-lewis/ _______  The IPS Academy   If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast.   Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses.  Simply go to TheIPSProject.com/academy.   What is also interesting to note is that all the courses are quite affordable, as we at The IPS Project do not want money to stand in the way of bettering one's life.   Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.   Again, check them out at TheIPSProject.com/academy. _______  About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project):   The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

“Eating disorders are not about food.” - Ashley McHan In this interview on The IPS Podcast Ashley McHan, a licensed eating disorder and trauma specialist sits down with Jellis Vaes, the host of the podcast, to talk about eating disorders. Some of the Questions: What could you recommend as first steps to someone listening who knows they have an eating disorder or recognize they might be struggling with one? For the people listening who know someone with an eating disorder, or might suspect someone around them to have one, how do you offer help? Apart from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, which other eating disorder do you feel does not get enough attention? What You Will Learn from this Episode: What the difference is between anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. How past traumas and eating disorders often go hand in hand. Why it is so difficult to recover from an eating disorder and what to do against relapsing Show notes for this episode with all the resources and ways to connect with Ashley: https://theipsproject.com/2022/04/understanding-eating-disorders-ashley-mchan/ _______ IPS T-SHIRTS: T-SHIRTS THAT CHANGE THE WORLD We at The IPS Project are delighted to present the IPS T-Shirts: t-shirts that change the world. Not only does each t-shirt design tell a story and carry a message of light waiting to be spread in your life and to those around you, but, with each purchase, you also get to choose the cause you would like to support where part of your money will go. The causes that these shirts support vary from the environment to animals, to those struggling with mental health issues, suicidal thoughts, loneliness, and diseases such as cancer. For further information about the IPS T-Shirts and about the good causes you can support, simply go to https://www.theipsproject.com/shirt/ and take a look at these stunning t-shirts that can change the world. _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

Every 10 episodes on The IPS Podcast, we create an IPS Original Short where we review short clips that contain snippets of wisdom from our past 10 guests and piece them together into one wisdom-filled video, with stunning video footage and beautiful music for you to enjoy. We’d like to thank each guest who appeared on The IPS Podcast for sharing his/her words of wisdom. Dr. Rick Hanson, Scott Pinyard, Sean Galla, Rena Romano, Dr. Martin Inderbitzin, Signe Hegestand, Craig Stanland, and Kristina Palten—thank you all for your time and valuable words. To anyone listening who wishes to check the video out, you can find it here: https://theipsproject.com/2022/04/voices-of-wisdom/ Past IPS Original Short Movies Want to enjoy past episodes of IPS Original Short Movies? Here they are: Together - An IPS Original Short Movie → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_PFJdacxQw The Travelers We Are - An IPS Original Short Movie → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVU-SwcoOno 5-Bullet-Point Episodes Here, you can find two of the latest 5-Bullet-Point Episodes that provide short preview snippets so you can decide what episode you want to listen to next. https://theipsproject.com/2022/01/the-5-bullet-point-episode-eps-26-30/ https://theipsproject.com/2021/01/the-5-bullet-point-episode-eps-21-25/ _______ 📚 The IPS Academy provides online courses from some of the best instructors out there on mental health, personal development, lifestyle, nutrition, mindfulness, improving your life quality, etc. Each course we offer has been made in collaboration with an instructor who has also been a guest here on The IPS Podcast. Have a look to see if there is a course to your liking, read the full course descriptions, and check out the thousands of positive reviews from students who have taken the course by going to https://theipsproject.com/academy/ 📚. _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

Woohoo! Another 5 episodes have passed on The IPS Podcast. As the host of this podcast I’d like to take a moment to celebrate putting these episodes out into the world and a moment to feel deep appreciation for each guest who took the time to appear on the show and share their lessons, wisdom, and insights. Therefore, Dr. Martin Inderbitzin, Signe Hegestand, Craig Stanland, and Kristina Paltén (if you wonder why there are only 4 guests it is because episode 30 was one I did), thank you, if you are reading this, for being a guest on the show, for the work you do, and the incredible human beings you are! In these 5-Bullet Point Episodes, which follow whenever 5 episodes have come out, you can hear snippets - a preview of each full episode, so you can gain insight into what they are about and see which full interview might spark your interest and would be worth investing your time in. Show notes and links for this episode can be found at https://theipsproject.com/2022/01/the-5-bullet-point-episode-eps-26-30/ _______ PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP For those who are interested, The IPS Project offers you more: a premium membership where you can enjoy over +100 blog articles converted to audio files, so you can listen to them on the go. You will also get access to all the online courses on The IPS Academy: high-quality courses taught by experts to improve the quality of your life. Other benefits of premium membership are exclusive premium content such as special Q&A’s with instructors at The IPS Academy and guests who have been on the podcast, where you actively take part by deciding what questions will be asked during the Q&A. You will also receive a 15% discount on any IPS T-Shirt, which are t-shirts that change the world, where you get to choose which good cause part of your money will go to. You will also get 15% off on any IPS Journey—mindful travel trips, workshops, and events. As you can see, there’s a whole list of premium content that awaits you for the price of 6.99 dollars a month. Finally, besides all this, you will be supporting The IPS Project and help us greatly to continue to bring out new podcast episodes like this and help us on our mission to keep bringing forward education on life. So, if you decide to become a premium member, you have our deepest and most sincere thank you. To get more information about our Premium Membership, go to https://theipsproject.com/premium/ _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

Every 10 episodes on The IPS Podcast, you get to enjoy an IPS original short movie, combining inspirational words from past guests we have had on the podcast, along with some beautiful music and video footage. Show notes and links for this episode can be found at https://theipsproject.com/2020/01/together-an-ips-original-short-movie/ _______ The IPS Academy provides online courses from some of the best instructors out there on mental health, personal development, lifestyle, nutrition, mindfulness, improving your life quality, etc. Each course we offer has been made in collaboration with an instructor who has also been a guest here on The IPS Podcast. Have a look to see if there is a course to your liking, read the full course descriptions, and check out the thousands of positive reviews from students who have taken the course by going to https://theipsproject.com/academy/. _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

"Self-injury is what we see above the surface, and there is a far greater story below the surface." - Dr. Stephen P. Lewis, How to stop self-harm? In this episode of The IPS Podcast, we have invited Dr. Stephen P. Lewis, Ph.D. to provide a deeper understanding of NSSI. Some of the Questions:  What is non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI)? For any parent, teacher, friend, boyfriend/girlfriend, family member, etc. who knows someone in their life who causes self-harm, what are some of the best pieces of advice you could give them so they could provide helpful support to that person in need? Over the years, how have you learned to live with these scars? What You Will Learn from this Episode: The main reason why most people cause self-harm Advice and tips from a professional and person with experience on how to start the healing journey from self-harm How shame often comes hand-in-hand with the scars of self-injury Show notes and links for this episode can be found at https://theipsproject.com/2019/06/how-to-stop-self-harm/ _______ The IPS Academy If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses.  Simply go to ⁠⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy.⁠⁠ What is also interesting to note is that all the courses are quite affordable, as we at The IPS Project do not want money to stand in the way of bettering one's life. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at ⁠⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy⁠⁠. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 The IPS Academy 00:00 - 0:50 Intro 0:50 - 04:47 What is non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI)? 04:47 - 07:37 Understanding why someone self-harms 07:37 - 10:54 The relationship between NSSI and suicidal thoughts and behavior 10:54 - 14:31 Important information about NSSI and suicide 14:31 - 15:44 The most common methods used to self-harm 15:44 - 16:42 The age group with the highest percentage of self-harm 16:42 - 19:57 The IPS Academy 18:39 - 19:57 Why NSSI is addictive 19:57 - 23:00 Why people choose self-injury as a coping strategy 23:00 - 25:25 Dr. Lewis’s personal experience with NSSI 25:25 - 28:30 Advice from Dr. Lewis to anyone who self-harms 28:30 - 32:09 Essential things that helped Dr. Lewis to stop self-harm 32:09 - 34:25 How parents, teachers, and friends can help someone who self-harms 34:25 - 39:10 Resources to learn more about NSSI 39:10 - 40:55 How to live with and accept your scars 40:55 - 43:14 Dealing with people who stare at your scars 43:14 - 45:55 Interesting discoveries Dr. Lewis recently found in his research 45:55 - 48:39 A few last words from Dr. Lewis about NSSI 48:39 - 50:57 The final question 50:57 - 51:18 End 51:18 - 52:40 The IPS Academy 52:40 - 54:05 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

No matter what your beliefs are in life, and whatever you believe death will have in store for you, one way or another, we are all travelers in this world, on our way to whatever you define the afterlife to be. Heading towards home. This original short movie is the first of its kind and was created thanks to and out of the interviews with the wonderful guests we had on The IPS Podcast. Show notes and links for this episode can be found at https://theipsproject.com/2017/10/the-travelers-we-are/ _______ The IPS Academy provides online courses from some of the best instructors out there on mental health, personal development, lifestyle, nutrition, mindfulness, improving your life quality, etc. Each course we offer has been made in collaboration with an instructor who has also been a guest here on The IPS Podcast. Have a look to see if there is a course to your liking, read the full course descriptions, and check out the thousands of positive reviews from students who have taken the course by going to https://theipsproject.com/academy/. _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

It was an absolute delight to have had renowned sex educator and coach, Ruth Ramsay on the IPS podcast in Episode 037, titled 'Improve Your Sex Life with Sex Educator and Coach Ruth Ramsay.' Now, it's our pleasure to welcome her back for this bonus episode, which is, once again, a treasure trove of resources and practical takeaways to improve your sex life starting today. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/03/how-to-have-a-great-sex-life/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 - Intro 00:00 - 02:44 - Is there anything that people who are listening should know about actively working on their sex life and what this does for other areas of their life that they might not realize right now? 02:45 - 08:17 - What are some great ways to prevent sex from getting boring that many listeners might not have explored? In the first years of your relationship, it isn’t too hard, but after 10, 20, 30, … years, it becomes a lot more difficult to keep things exciting. 08:18 - 16:43 - How do you navigate a relationship where one partner would have very different desires from the other partner? 16:44 - 23:27 - What would be a great piece of advice or exercise for non-binary or transgender people who are listening right now? 23:28 - 26:59 - The IPS Academy 28:15 - 38:00 - What is something that most men feel ashamed or very insecure about surrounding sex, their bodies, and/or the emotional and physical skills they need for intimacy? 28:15 - 38:00 - What is something most women feel ashamed or very insecure about surrounding sex, their bodies, and/or the emotional and physical skills they need for intimacy? 38:01 - 49:48 - Outro 49:49 - 51:26 - The IPS Academy 51:27 - 52:53 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

No one is immune to sickness. Whether we are talking about a cold or a mental illness. Yes, even if you are a doctor, you can still get sick physically. And yes, even if you are a psychologist, you too can suffer from mental illness. No one is immune. But what do you do when dark thoughts consume you? How can you be there for yourself? In this video, Jellis Vaes, a mental health coach and founder of The IPS Project, an educational platform on life, explains step-by-step how to use The Wellness Plan—a tool to help you be there for yourself during such moments. _______ 📦RESOURCES📦 Podcast episodes: Lessons about Life and Death from a Cancer and a Cardiac Arrest Survivor | Dr. Martin Inderbitzin and Jellis Vaes Dr. Guy Macpherson, Ph.D. What is Psychological Trauma and How to Heal It Mark Henick – Mental Health Advocate, Coping with Suicidal Thoughts Sean Galla, Founder of Men’s Group: Being a Man Is Not Easy/The Hardships Men Face Websites: 5x3 white cards List of suicide crisis lines Warmline _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 No one is immune 00:00 - 02:33 The importance of reminders in our life 02:33 - 04:27 The Wellness Plan 04:27 - 04:46 Step 1: Warning signs 04:46 - 05:30 Step 2: Internal coping strategies 05:30 - 06:46 Step 3: People and social settings that provide distraction or people whom I can ask for help 06:46 - 07:45 Step 4: Professionals or agencies I can contact during a crisis 07:45 - 10:30 Step 5: Reasons for living 10:30 - 12:27 Make it visible 12:27 - 14:03 The IPS Podcast 14:03 - 15:14 Outro 15:14 - 16:08 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

If you see me today talking to strangers on The IPS Podcast and doing these videos here, you wouldn’t say that I used to be a very shy person. But I was. In fact, it’s quite an understatement. I was always the quietest person in the class or in any room. Through the years, all this changed when I applied all the techniques, skills, and knowledge (and a lot of effort and work) of the ways to talk to anyone, and when I did the deeper inner work of increasing my self-confidence and taking a hard look at my own self-limiting beliefs. These are all things that I am sharing here in this extended video. If you are a shy or insecure person (or both), try applying everything shared in this video and giving it time. True change, like with me, is bound to happen. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2023/08/how-to-talk-to-anyone/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 Intro 00:00 - 02:10 1. Ways to Get a Conversation Going Smile and Be Approachable 02:10 - 06:25 Pay Attention 06:25 - 09:17 Pretend you Have to Give a Presentation About That Person and Be Genuinely Interested 09:17 - 11:18 Use a Card Game 11:18 - 13:37 Remember Their Name 13:37 - 15:50 Practice Empathy 15:50 - 19:05 Seek Connection 19:05 - 20:10 2. How to Improve Your Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence 20:10 - 20:31 Do Things That You Want to Do But Scare You 20:31 - 24:24 Challenge Self-Limiting Beliefs 24:24 - 31:25 3. Practice, Practice, and Practice 31:25 - 32:45 Outro 32:45 - 33:19 The IPS Academy 33:19 - 34:44 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

In this episode, get advice from Jellis Vaes, the founder of The IPS Project and a mental health coach, about what to do when dealing with an invisible pain, illness, or injury. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2023/05/the-struggle-of-invisible-pain/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to ⁠https://theipsproject.com/academy⁠. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at ⁠https://theipsproject.com/academy⁠. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 Intro 00:00 - 02:08 It's Okay Not to Be Okay 02:08 - 04:38 Find a Support Group 04:38 - 07:20 Verbalize Your Feelings to People 07:20 - 10:23 Go Outside 10:23 - 12:12 Find Meaning 12:12 - 14:25 Outro 14:25 - 15:33 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

And here is our 7th installment of the 5-Bullet Point Episodes. This time covering episodes 31 to 35. In this 5-bullet point episode, you get to hear short clips from the past 5 episodes to help you find an interesting episode for you to delve into. These episodes also are a great way to get your daily dose of inspiration and motivation. A huge thank you to each recent guest: Ashley McHan, Alex Lewis, Karen Faith, Dr. Martin Inderbitzin, and Dr. Abby Medcalf, for appearing here on the show. And thank you for listening to The IPS Podcast, and for wanting to educate yourself and improve your life. You can find links to the full episodes, as well as to past installments of 5-bullet point episodes here: https://theipsproject.com/2023/06/eps-31-35/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to TheIPSProject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at TheIPSProject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 Intro 00:00 - 01:30 Episode 031 - Understanding Eating Disorders | Eating Disorder Specialist Ashley McHan 01:30 - 06:59 Episode 032 - Quadruple Amputee Alex Lewis: Finding Your Way Out of Hell—and Thriving 06:59 - 11:10 Episode 033 - Strengthen Your Empathy with Karen Faith: It’s Not a Feeling; It’s a Practice 11:10 - 15:30 Episode 034 - Lessons about Life and Death from a Cancer and a Cardiac Arrest Survivor | Dr. Martin Inderbitzin and Jellis Vaes 15:30 - 21:00 Episode 035 - The Key to Great Relationships with Psychologist Dr. Abby Medcalf 21:00 - 24:47 Outro 24:47 - 25:51 The IPS Academy 25:51 - 27:18 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message

Are you ready for a new bonus episode? In this bonus episode, adventurer, lecturer and two-time world-record holder Kristina Paltén takes over the podcast. Kristina has so far appeared twice in on The IPS Podcast. The first time was in episode 013: ‘Kristina Paltén, Ultra Runner – Alone Through Iran, 1144 Miles of Trust, Prejudice, and Human Kindness’, and the second time in episode 029: ‘The Good Life with Kristina Paltén, a Woman with an Extraordinary Life’. EP 013 - Kristina Paltén, Ultra Runner - Alone Through Iran, 1144 Miles of Trust, Prejudice, and Human Kindness EP 029 – The Good Life with Kristina Paltén, a Woman with an Extraordinary Life If you want to learn more about her world records, about her becoming the first woman to run 1144 miles alone through Iran, and the rest of her story of inspiration, be sure to check out those interviews. Show notes and links for this episode can be found at https://theipsproject.com/2022/06/bonus-episode-kristina-palten/ _______ BECOME A CHAMPION: Master Self-Confidence and Goal Setting If you are interested to learn more from Kristina, she also teaches an online course here on The IPS Academy on how to master confidence and effectively set goals. Learn from Kristina, a two-time world record holder, about how to make impossible goals possible. Check out the intro video and the full course description to learn more. _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ips-podcast/message