In this episode of Hart2Heart, Dr. Mike Hart sits down with Dean Scott, the founder of DLC Anxiety and author of "Greater Than Panic." Dean discusses his journey of overcoming panic attacks and anxiety, the formation of his supportive online community, and effective strategies for managing anxiety disorders. Dr. Hart and Dean also discuss a variety of techniques like exposure therapy, the importance of psychoeducation, and the role of exercise in mental health.

Guest Bio and Links:

Dean Scott is the founder of DLC Anxiety and author of "Greater Than Panic." He is a mental health advocate with a significant presence on social media platforms, where he shares his journey and supports others in their mental health struggles.

Listeners can learn more about Dean Scott at his website and on IG @dlcanxiety

Resources:

Dean Scott’s Books

Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier

Panic Away: How to Stop Panic Attacks and End General Anxiety by Barry McDonagh

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to the Hart2Heart Podcast with Dr. Mike Hart

• (0:15) Dr. Hart introduces guest, Dean Scott to the listeners

• (1:20) Dean talks about his initial panic attacks

• (8:15) Exposure Therapy explained

• (11:55) Why shopping centers are a major trigger point for people with anxiety

• (14:45) Flooded vs. gradual exposure techniques

• (21:45) Greater Than Panic

• (26:00) SSRIs and Western medicine

• (30:00) Virtual reality for anxiety treatment

• (33:00) Importance of exercise and stress management

• (35:30) Cold plunging to help with anxiety

• (40:30) Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier

• (46:55) Panic Away: How to Stop Panic Attacks and End General Anxiety

• (52:30) Breathing techniques to help mitigate anxiety

• (54:30) Addressing differences in anxiety treatment for men and women

• (58:00) Closing thoughts

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Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap that exists in the medical community.

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• Instagram: @drmikehart

• Twitter: @drmikehart

• Facebook: @drmikehart

In this episode of Hart2Heart, Dr. Mike Hart is joined by Dr. Chris Aiken, the Carlat Psychiatric Report editor and assistant professor at NYU and Wake Forest University. Dr. Aiken shares his expertise in improving mental health through natural methods, emphasizing the importance of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomnia and lifestyle changes over medications. Dr. Aiken and Dr. Hart give practical tips to enhance our overall well-being and remedy insomnia by understanding and respecting our circadian rhythms, using tools like blue light-blocking glasses and dawn simulators, and adopting healthier sleep and wake habits.

Guest Bio and Links:

Dr. Chris Aiken is a psychiatrist specializing in mood disorders and the editor of the Carlat Psychiatric Report. He is an assistant professor at NYU and Wake Forest University, focusing on natural and lifestyle-based approaches to mental health.

Listeners can learn more about Dr. Chris Aiken at his website and on X @chrisaikenmd

Resources:

Dr. Chris Aiken’s Books

The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast

Recommended brands of blue light-blocking glasses

The Cognitive Benefits of Matcha

Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams By Matthew Walker

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to the Hart2Heart Podcast with Dr. Mike Hart

• (0:15) Dr. Hart introduces Dr. Chris Aiken to the listeners

• (1:00) Dr. Aiken gives a brief bio of himself and his profession as a Psychiatrist

• (1:45) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)

• (3:10) Non-pharmacological methods to improve insomnia

• (4:00) Understanding circadian rhythms

• (5:50) How to discover your optimal wake time and chronotype

• (9:40) Benefits of blue light-blocking glasses and dawn simulators

• (19:00) Recommended brands of blue light-blocking glasses

• (26:10) Lifestyle tips for improving sleep

• (37:00) Medications vs. natural sleep aids

• (42:55) Weightless By Marconi Union

• (50:00) Dr. Hart’s sleep/night routine

• (55:00) The impact of melatonin

• (57:55) How to maximize adenosine

• (59:45) The Cognitive Benefits of Matcha

• (1:02:40) Hot baths and sleep quality

• (1:11:00) Music to energize your morning

• (1:11:30) “If you dream about things that are emotionally, symbolically resonant with the stress you're going through in your day-to-day life, you will recover from that stress faster. So sleep.”

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Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap that exists in the medical community.

Connect on social with Dr. Mike Hart:

Social Links:

• Instagram: @drmikehart

• Twitter: @drmikehart

• Facebook: @drmikehart

In this episode of Hart2Heart, Dr. Mike Hart welcomes Dr. Casey Means, an ENT specialist and author of the groundbreaking book Good Energy: The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health. Together, they dive into the intricacies of metabolic health, the role of mitochondria, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stress. Dr. Means shares practical tips on optimizing these aspects of health through lifestyle changes, diet, and mindful living. Dr. Hart and Dr. Means also trade practical tips and supplement regiments to easily add to your day-to-day.

Guest Bio and Links:

Dr. Casey Means is a medical doctor, writer, tech entrepreneur (Levels), aspiring regenerative gardener, and outdoor enthusiast who lives in a state of awe for the miracle and mystery of existence and consciousness. During her training as a surgeon, Casey saw how broken and exploitative the healthcare system is and left to focus on how to keep people out of the operating room. Casey is passionate about working towards a healthier and happier planet by empowering people to understand their health and the limitless potential within.

Listeners can learn more about Dr. Casey Means at her website and on IG @drcaseyskitchen

Resources:

Dr. Casey Means’s Book - Good Energy: The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health

Dr. Casey Means Newsletter

Show Notes:

• (0:00) Welcome back to the Hart2Heart Podcast with Dr. Mike Hart

• (0:15) Dr. Hart introduces guest, Dr. Casey Means to the listeners

• (5:00) Impact of modern lifestyle on mitochondria

• (11:00) Methods to measure mitochondrial function

• (18:25) Benefits of air filters and opting outdoors

• (25:00) Mitochondrial optimizers and Dr. Casey’s supplement regiment

• (32:00) Dr. Means on the role of inflammation in health

• (33:45) Cell danger response

• (44:20) Addressing oxidative stress

• (48:35) Biggest mistakes people make when cooking with oils

• (53:00) Closing thoughts

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Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap that exists in the medical community.

Connect on social with Dr. Mike Hart:

Social Links:

• Instagram: @drmikehart

• Twitter: @drmikehart

• Facebook: @drmikehart

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