Episode 11: From Toxic Positivity to Practical Optimism with Dr. Sue Varma

Living a Nutritious Life with Keri Glassman

Living a Nutritious Life Podcast

In this exciting episode of Living a Nutritious Life Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Sue Varma, a respected psychiatrist, who brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to the conversation. Get ready for an enlightening and engaging discussion!

About Our Guest:

Dr. Sue Varma is a distinguished psychiatrist, and clinical assistant professor at NYU Langone. She has extensive experience in her field with over five years of research focused on making mental health and wellness more accessible. Dr. Sue Varma is known for her practical approaches to mental health, the concept of "Four M's of Mental Health," and for highlighting the importance of nutrition, exercise, and sleep hygiene in medical training.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

  • The impact of toxic positivity and how to embrace practical optimism.
  • The genetic basis of optimism and how it's influenced by external factors.
  • Dr. Varma's insights on mental health prevention and the necessity for regular mental health checkups.

Episode Highlights:

  • How optimists cultivate better habits and self-care.
  • The critical role of mental health first aid training and normalizing mental health conversations.
  • The significance of nutrition and lifestyle interventions for mental health, which Dr. Varma believes should be a primary focus of healthcare.

About Living a Nutritious Life Podcast:

This podcast, hosted by Keri Glassman, delves into the various aspects of living a healthy and happy life. From nutrition to mental health, we explore the latest science and trends with experts in the field to bring you actionable insights for your wellbeing.

Connect with Dr. Sue Varma:

  • Instagram: @doctorsuevarma
  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/Doctorsuevarma 
  • Website: https://www.doctorsuevarma.com/ 

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

  • Dr. Varma's new book, "Practical Optimism" 

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Living a Nutritious Life Podcast with Dr. Sue Varma. We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did! If you found value in this episode, please share it with your friends and family.

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