Jun 24, 2022
On today’s episode we have non other star than the master storyteller himself, James. He talks about his book, 7 Steps to Mental Freedom which he recently relaunched. Join him for important life -transforming nuggets that will keep depression far away from you. Just in case you’ve forgotten, the dHarmic Evolution is centered around discovering indie singer/songwriters before they get discovered by the mainstream, in addition the show features Authors, Speakers, and Thought Leaders, the core culture of the dHarmic Evolution brand is built around doing for others. So strap up your seatbelts and let’s take a ride to Nashville on this episode of the dHarmic Evolution podcast.
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On this episode on the dHarmic evolution podcast James talks about his book, the 7 Steps to Mental Freedom. Learn what Doing, Laughing, Eating healthy and others can help you achieve in your mental health. As you listen, get to know more about James’ meal plan, his running coach and the challenges that he has for you all in this episode of the dHarmic evolution podcast.
Let's laugh!
Quotes
Get up, get out and get moving.
When you change your body, you change your mind.
The hardest part is just showing up.
Just get going and God will join you.
One of the many benefits of laughter and humour is the power to combat anxiety and depression according to research.
As Jesus teaches tomorrow will have enough trouble in of itself put your focus on today and him by the way.
If you want to change your mood and core belief, find someone who needs a kind word, a sandwich , a cup of coffee a smile or a handshake.
You bless the person you're helping, but you also receive a blessing by the act of doing something for others!
God is a genius in shifting attention spans to where they need to be at the perfect time
Music is one God's three greatest gifts-Love, Family and Music
No matter what you choose, the odds are great that you will begin to have a new experience in your mind and that old depressive feeling will fade away quickly
Stay away from the red meat
Many of the answers to a healthy happy mind and body are right there in your kitchen cupboard.
I want the dopamine, serotonin, adrenaline, and oxytocin as they are the things that keep you healthy and active
Engage your senses to the maximum, engage the health benefits of being outside
Spend some time forest bathing
There is a strong connection between time spent in nature and reduced negative emotions
We don't spend enough time investing in our spiritual life
Timestamps
2:07 Step 1 to Mental Freedom
2:53 James' time at Yoga
04:14 What are the benefits of movement?
05:19 James' running coach
07:30 Step 2 to Mental Freedom
07:58 Jesus Calling Excerpt
09:22 How does James get a laugh
09:59 What are the benefits of laughing
10:47 Find your funny bone
12:13 Step 3 to Mental Freedom: Let's help somebody
13:14 James Help Challenge
14:12 How does James help at the grocery store
16:00 Step 4 to mental Freedom
16:53 A musical testimony from one of our previous guests
18:03 How does music help with depression
19:51 Step 5 to mental freedom
20:10 How James lost twenty pounds
20:52 Blog guide
23:06 James' meal plan rule
24:06 Step 6 to Mental freedom
25:40 The natural drugs
25:46 The wonders of Oxytocin
26:50 The wonders of Dopamine
27:53 How to get more dopamine
28:47 Step 7 to mental freedom: Let's love nature
29:13 Benefits of staying in nature
33:20 How to spend more time in nature
34:51 James' special camping treat
36:47 Bonus Step 8: Let's love the Lord
37:30 How does James go about his day?
Spotify Playlist:
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dHarmic Rising Stars: Lyra
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Special Links and Mentions
James 4:2
Ps 107:11
Mat 6:33