The hottest Mental health Substack posts right now

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the 5-step framework for making clear choices

Tiny Empires • 73 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
💼 Business Mental health
  1. Establish foundation decisions that are your core rules. This means making important choices once so you don't have to think about them again.
  2. Create templates for regular decisions. These templates will make your choices easier by providing a simple 'if/then' format for common situations.
  3. Batch similar decisions together and set rules for major choices. This helps you make decisions more efficiently and avoid feeling overwhelmed.

On why Substack - and your support -matters so much

Unreported Truths • 24 implied HN points • 08 Jul 25
🏥 Health Politics Mental health
  1. Substack allows for important stories to be told that might not get attention elsewhere, especially longer pieces that can explain complicated topics.
  2. The platform offers a place for free speech, particularly for views that may be censored on social media.
  3. Personal stories, like that of Simone Scott, highlight the real impacts of broader health discussions and the need for transparency about vaccine safety.
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From Outrage to Awareness: 10 Ways to Pause Before Posting Online

Beyond the Screen • 6 implied HN points • 12 Nov 25
🎭️ Culture Mental health
  1. Take a moment to think before you post online. Even a few seconds can help you respond more thoughtfully instead of reacting impulsively.
  2. Be aware of your feelings when you use social media. Recognizing your emotions helps you control how you respond to others.
  3. Remember that your online behavior sets an example for teens. Acting with calm and empathy teaches them to do the same.

Why We Don't Trust Each Other Anymore

Kyla’s Newsletter • 154 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Language plays a significant role in shaping reality and impacting how we understand the economy and each other, ultimately affecting trust.
  2. The disconnect between words and concepts, especially concerning economic terms, can lead to confusion and misinterpretation in society.
  3. The overuse of technology, social media, and the attention economy, alongside the lack of genuine human interaction, contributes to a sense of loneliness, isolation, and decreasing trust within communities.

Boundaries, property, and other words I don't love using about my heart

Soaring Twenties • 69 implied HN points • 29 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. People often talk a lot about boundaries in relationships, but this language can make it hard to truly connect with each other. Instead of just drawing lines, we should open up and allow for more intimacy.
  2. The idea of having boundaries can protect us from being hurt, but it might also keep us isolated and lonely. It's important to balance protecting ourselves with allowing others in.
  3. Learning to communicate our feelings directly, rather than relying on boundary talk, can help build deeper connections and mutual understanding in relationships.

Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds, Redux—WPATH Edition

Skeptic • 149 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics Mental health
  1. The text discusses various historical instances of mass delusions and societal crazes, pointing out the trend of people collectively falling for false beliefs and slowly recovering from them.
  2. The article highlights the rise of the trans movement and issues like Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria, shedding light on concerns about medical ethics, pseudoscientific practices, and potential harm to vulnerable individuals.
  3. There is a critique of WPATH's approach to transgender healthcare, questioning the lack of evidence-based practices, informed consent, and the push for invasive treatments without appropriate consideration for the patients' well-being.

Neural Annealing: Directing Psychedelic Trips Towards Healing (25/30)

psychotechnology • 5 implied HN points • 26 Nov 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. The mind is like a lattice of beliefs that can get stuck, and adding ‘heat’ lets those stuck parts loosen so the system can settle into a healthier arrangement.
  2. Psychedelics can act as that heat, melting rigid or traumatic beliefs and allowing new, more accurate views to form — but they work best when you intentionally direct the process rather than just watching visuals.
  3. You need skills and safeguards: cultivate tolerance for uncertainty, body-based awareness, and therapeutic practices, start with small doses and good set/setting, and respect that these tools can be both powerful and risky.

Joe Biden: Hoarder of Classified Documents, Dementia Patient, President of the United States of America

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 155 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Mental health
  1. Joe Biden appears to have advanced dementia, evident from his struggles with memory and recent confusions.
  2. Special counsel Robert K. Hur's report highlighted Biden's memory limitations and cognitive defects.
  3. Biden's recent mix-ups, like confusing world leaders and dates, raise concerns about his mental state.

Enjoying Chaos

Ben’s Blog 🏉 🧠🧑‍💻 • 21 implied HN points • 01 Jul 25
🎾 Sports Mental health
  1. R4R events are growing way beyond expectations, pulling large crowds and creating strong community connections. It's amazing when people come together for a fun cause!
  2. There's a lot happening, from community forums to sports events, which can feel overwhelming. It’s important to take a step back and enjoy the journey.
  3. Upcoming family trips and events are exciting but can also create stress. Remember to breathe and focus on the present to stay calm.

Dopamine basics

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Dopamine levels affect our mood and motivation. When we experience a dip in dopamine, it can make us feel low and seek rewards to get back to feeling normal.
  2. Choosing to do hard or uncomfortable things can actually boost our basic dopamine levels. For example, cold showers can help us feel more motivated.
  3. Work ethic is really important for success. Hard work can often lead to being more productive and valued in the workplace, regardless of the external pressures.

EMERGENCY REBUTTAL

Psychology Onions • 39 implied HN points • 14 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. The post is an emergency rebuttal discussing the New York Post's OCD article
  2. The New York Post article about OCD and extremist behaviors is criticized for mischaracterizing OCD and relying on a flawed research paper
  3. The author of the criticized piece is John Mac Ghlionn

Break the frame

10x your mind • 59 implied HN points • 22 Dec 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Believing something is possible is the first step to making it actually happen.
  2. Breaking mental frames opens up new possibilities and allows for personal growth.
  3. Challenging your own limitations can lead to surprising achievements and personal development.

Lessons from CrossFit

Madhur’s Writings • 56 implied HN points • 22 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Persistence is key. If you keep trying and don’t give up, you can improve at anything over time.
  2. Always look for the root cause of a problem. Once you know what's holding you back, fixing it becomes easier.
  3. It's okay to take breaks. Listening to your body and recharging can help you come back stronger.

Storytelling

Heart Speak by Susan of Agile Hearts • 39 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Storytelling is a powerful way to connect and share experiences with others.
  2. Sharing our stories can help us feel less lonely, build a sense of belonging, and connect with others.
  3. Opening up and sharing our stories takes courage, but it can lead to personal growth and connection with others.

An interview with Peloton's Matt Wilpers

Intentional Wisdom • 39 implied HN points • 14 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Matt Wilpers shared his experience with anxiety and discussed power zone training in the podcast interview.
  2. Nutrition, exercise, sleep, and relationships are key factors in maintaining or improving mental health.
  3. Content suggestions include listening to Dr. Kelly Starrett on Tim Ferriss and checking out the YouTube version of the Matt Wilpers conversation.

Why Some People Change and Others Don't

Stream of Subconsciousness • 39 implied HN points • 01 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Flexibility is key to change; be brutally honest and put everything on the table for real transformation.
  2. Seek guidance from trusted voices to encourage exploration from a new perspective, draining hesitance and uncertainty.
  3. Change awareness through hypnotherapy, cognitive therapy, or brainwave training to disrupt old ways of thinking and find new paths.

The Joe Reis Show w/ Zach Wilson

Joe Reis • 39 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
🎙 Podcasts Mental health
  1. Zach Wilson shares insights on data engineering and mental health challenges.
  2. Podcast covers Zach Wilson's journey from Airbnb data engineer to entrepreneur.
  3. The conversation also touches on ADHD and friendship between Joe Reis and Zach Wilson.

Mind chargers—Discover your daily energy boosters

10x your mind • 39 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Small moments of connection, like hugs from loved ones, can provide instant mental recharges and lift spirits.
  2. Spending time in nature or engaging in creative activities can rejuvenate the mind and offer a unique source of energy.
  3. Reflecting on activities that fuel or drain you can help prioritize what boosts your energy to maintain a balanced and uplifted mental state.

Why comparing is despairing

The Reset by Sam Delaney • 39 implied HN points • 07 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Comparing yourself to others can lead to skewed perspectives. Don't judge your habits based on others' actions.
  2. Focus on how alcohol makes you feel and its impact on your life to determine if you have a problem.
  3. It's essential to ask yourself critical questions about your relationship with drinking to assess if it's affecting you negatively.

Unmasking Depression: The Evolutionary Catalyst for Growth

Based Meditations • 39 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Depression serves a vital evolutionary purpose towards individuation and growth, contrary to being seen as a mere problem to be fixed with medication.
  2. Depression is often associated with lifestyle issues such as high stress, lack of control, and poor habits, indicating a strong need for change in one's life.
  3. Nature sends signals through depressive states to prompt individuals to make lifestyle adjustments that prioritize survival and well-being, acknowledging depression as an evolved feature and not an error to be suppressed with drugs.

Short Thoughts on Affirmations

Autoscriptorium • 39 implied HN points • 24 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. An affirmation is a positive statement to boost self-regard and integrity, relying on repetition and reassuring oneself.
  2. Affirmations are like spiritual jumper cables, making one strong by using words to shape reality, unlike prayer which asks for things.
  3. Making personalized affirmations is crucial for guiding oneself through uncertain futures, rather than relying on generic statements from others.

Short Thoughts on Neuroticism

Autoscriptorium • 39 implied HN points • 22 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Neuroticism is characterized by a tendency to experience long-lasting negative emotions like anxiety and depression, which can impact work, personal relationships, and overall satisfaction in life.
  2. High neuroticism involves a chronic feeling of restlessness and dissatisfaction, fueled by dwelling on past mistakes and worrying about an uncertain future.
  3. It's important for those with neurotic tendencies to work on transforming it into conscientiousness through a deliberate effort to overcome negative instincts and find a way to charm oneself to navigate through challenges.

Can We Talk About Adult ADHD?

The Reclamation Era • 39 implied HN points • 02 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Many adults wonder if they have ADHD, especially those who felt different or struggled with attention in school. It's common to want a diagnosis but also feel unsure about whether it’s necessary.
  2. Life can be really overwhelming for many people today, making it hard to distinguish between ADHD and general stress. Everyone feels scattered and busy, but it doesn’t always mean they have a condition.
  3. Questions about ADHD often arise from personal experience, and many seek understanding and connection with others facing similar challenges. Sharing experiences can help untangle feelings of confusion and inadequacy.

R U OK with R U OK day?

A Perfectly Cromulent Software Engineer • 39 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. R U OK? Day is an initiative in Australia that promotes suicide prevention by encouraging people to ask others if they are okay.
  2. While the sentiment behind R U OK? Day is important, it highlights the need for deeper systemic support beyond individual efforts.
  3. Addressing mental well-being requires more than just asking a simple question, it calls for tangible actions like improving access to therapy, medication, housing, and employment.

A Trio of Environmental Articles For Your Sunday/Monday Reads

crimeandpunishment • 39 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Mental health
  1. Politics and our natural world are interconnected; we need to reduce fossil fuel use and harmful chemicals to protect our environment and ourselves.
  2. Deforestation can lead to disease outbreaks by creating close contact zones between humans and wild animals.
  3. Climate change not only impacts physical health but can also have negative effects on mental health, leading to anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.

ex150ish Stable State: Ketosis Wow!

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Feeling of being in ketosis can bring limitless energy and mental clarity.
  2. Experiencing mental exhaustion without physical exhaustion is a unique feeling.
  3. The possibility that the emergency back-up fat-burning system is still working even when the usual glucose-burning metabolism is broken raises interesting questions.

In which I visit my parents

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 02 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health
  1. Visiting parents can lead to overeating due to their efforts to provide favorite foods and plentiful meals
  2. Weight fluctuations can happen after a visit home, but the effects may not be long-lasting
  3. It was surprising for the author to observe rapid weight gain with a specific diet and the potential for permanent weight increase due to deliberate overeating