Dr Christian Heim
Dr Christian Heim
#116 Techniques to cultivate safety and gratitude
#116 Techniques to cultivate safety and gratitude
#116 Techniques to cultivate safety and gratitude
Wednesday 16th July 2025
Explore exercises for safety and gratitude with Dr Heim. Learn about body scans and mindfulness techniques in this engaging episode.
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- Practising gratitude can foster hope and warmth.
- Reviewing life experiences helps cultivate appreciation.
- Body scan technique aids in releasing physical tension.
- Mindfulness exercises can improve mental well-being.
- Regular mental health check-ups are crucial.
"When you go to an area of gratitude, there's a warmth that comes from that and a hope."
Dr Christian Heim and Hurricane H are back with another engaging episode of mental health wisdom, this time exploring techniques to foster feelings of safety and gratitude. Hurricane H kicks things off with a simple yet powerful exercise – reviewing one's life in a flash. This quick mental recap encourages gratitude for the journey so far, regardless of religious beliefs, drawing inspiration from figures like Stephen Hawking.
Dr Heim adds depth to the conversation by introducing the Jon Kabat-Zinn body scan technique, a mindfulness practice that helps release tension and bolster the immune system. The duo delve into the importance of cultivating gratitude and recognising life's precious moments. Dr Heim suggests that acknowledging our blessings can lead to a hopeful outlook, even amidst life's challenges.
The episode also touches on the role of mental health check-ups, likening them to regular physical exams, highlighting their potential to prevent stress-induced ailments. A humorous exchange sees Hurricane H joking about radiology scans, but beneath the laughter lies a serious message – techniques like body scans offer genuine relief from physical discomfort linked to mental stress. The episode wraps up with a challenge: swap ten minutes of social media for mindfulness exercises.
Dr Heim emphasises that small daily practices can create space for living in alignment with one's values. If you're looking for practical tools to enhance your mental well-being, this episode offers both insightful techniques and a sprinkle of humour to lighten the load. Why not give it a listen and see what small changes might make a big difference in your life?