Not Quite Zen

Tony Hardman
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Hey everyone, I’m Tony Hardman your host for “Not Quite Zen” a podcast about struggling with mental health and finding ways to make life better. I’ve struggled with mental health all my life, and through lots of therapy and hard work I’ve learned how to be calmer, happier and more grounded. Hopefully, this show can do the same for you.

  1. 03/14/2023

    How To Add Mental Health Into Your Routine

    Whether you’re just getting started, or you’re someone who has gotten better, it’s important to create a daily routine for mental health to stay on track. When I started building mental health activities into my day, it was an important aspect of my success in overcoming anxiety and depression. I started small by practicing mindfulness without meditation, then I added in gratitude exercises, and worked my way up to daily meditation. Over time, these mental health exercises became a habit and an important component of my sustained mental well-being. However, the unfortunate truth is that it’s easy to slip up. You may miss a meditation here and there, stop journaling, skip therapy, and then eventually notice that you’re more irritable, anxious, and depressed. The good news is that whether you’re just starting, or you need to get back on track, having a daily routine for mental health will go a long way in keeping you happy and healthy. So, if you’re like me and you struggle with mental health, then here are some tips on how to create a daily routine for mental health. Subscribe to my newsletter - The Weekly Dispatch - get one email per week with uplifting mental health content.

    23 min

  2. 02/28/2023

    What To Do When You Feel Sick And Depressed

    I’ve had mental health problems for most of my life, but a few years ago I finally learned how to overcome my anxiety and live in the moment. My mental health improved so much that I started this podcast in hopes that it would help others get better, faster. But, when I was hit with a heart scare, broken ankle, two bouts of COVID-19, the flu, and a sinus infection over the course of a few months my mental resiliency was tested. I felt sick and depressed, and I worried that it would take me back to a dark place. Despite the work I did to improve my mental health, the onslaught of medical issues one after another threatened to unravel my progress. In fact, these illnesses would have broken the old me. Luckily, I was able to hold on to my mental health with a positive outlook. Though there were several days that I felt quite down. The difference is that I felt sick and depressed for short periods of time, rather than going into a downward spiral. I was able to do this because I learned psychological flexibility — the ability to adapt to any given challenge that arises in life. It’s normal to feel depressed when you get sick. The truth is that life will always ebb and flow. No matter how much self-improvement work you do, the universe is always going to test you. So, what can you do when you feel sick and depressed? Well, I’m going to share with you several strategies I use to maintain a positive mindset. Listen to this episode to learn how you can develop your own psychological flexibility so that the next time you feel sick and depressed it doesn’t derail your life.

    13 min

  3. 02/14/2023

    Whole Life Fitness - Featuring Dai Manuel

    In this episode, I’m joined by Dai Manuel, author of the book “Whole Life Fitness Manifesto.” Dai has an upbeat contagious personality and offers great wisdom in what it takes to incrementally improve your life little by little, physically, mentally, and spiritually.   He is also an award-winning digital thought leader, Distinguished Toastmaster, keynote speaker, and former partner and Chief Operating Officer of a multi-million dollar retail company.  However, like all of us, Dai has known struggle, and he will share his relatable story with us. Get Dai's book: Whole Fitness Manifesto Click here to subscribe to my newsletter, The Weekly Dispatch. You’ll get life-changing mental health content every Tuesday.

    1h 17m

  4. 02/01/2023

    How To Find A More Fulfilling Life – Featuring JJ DiGeronimo

    Today’s episode is about how to dive into a world of self-discovery to find a more fulfilling life and work. With so many of us searching for meaning and purpose, it can be challenging to find the right path. That's why I'm thrilled to be joined by JJ DiGeronimo, an author and former woman in tech who shares how letting go of your ego, mindfulness, and finding your fuel stations – the activities that fill you up, can lead you to a better life. Learn more about JJ at https://jjdigeronimo.com/. Click here to subscribe to my newsletter, The Weekly Dispatch. You’ll get life-changing mental health content every Tuesday.

    42 min

  5. 01/17/2023

    How To Break & Untangle From Your Trauma - Featuring Chad Peevy

    In this episode, I speak to Chad Peevy, author of “Break & Untangle: Discover the Freedom To Be You Despite The Inherited Mindsets Holding You Back.”  Chad grew up gay in an emotionally and physically abusive family in rural Arkansas. He had to spend years learning how to overcome the trauma, depression, and anxiety that followed him into adulthood from that experience. Inspired by his own journey, Chad has created a system for supplanting damaging beliefs with healthy mindsets and now offers guidance and support to all who want to find the same freedom. We have a great conversation about struggling with family, accepting our trauma, and learning how to make space and move forward in life.  Click here to subscribe to my newsletter, The Weekly Dispatch. You’ll get life-changing mental health content every Tuesday.  Follow the link to get a free copy of Chad’s book and click here to take his mindset assessment.

    54 min

  6. 01/03/2023

    How To Transform Your Life at the Crossroads of Science, Spirituality, and Health — Featuring Megan Nolan

    On today’s episode, I invited Megan Nolan to join us. Megan is a personal trainer, yoga instructor, and vitality coach with more than 17 years of experience. She is passionate about helping people prioritize their mental, physical and spiritual health so they can thrive at work and still have time and energy to enjoy their lives.   Megan is going to share tips on how to start making progress when you’re overwhelmed, insight into the intersection between science, spirituality, mental and physical health, how to overcome the aches and pains of sitting all day, and several other great tips to help you make small changes that will improve your life. Click here to subscribe to the newsletter. Learn more about Megan Nolan by downloading her "Energy Fix" blueprint here.

    36 min

  7. 12/20/2022

    How To Deal With Holiday Anxiety

    Are you experiencing holiday anxiety? It’s not uncommon. According to a survey from BetterHelp, nearly half of Americans worry about their mental health during the holidays. But why is this the case when it’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year? There are a variety of potential triggers for holiday anxiety. You may be stressed about an obligation to spend time with toxic family members. Perhaps you’re worried about finding the right gifts or having enough time to cross everything off your to-do list. Maybe you have social anxiety and the idea of attending parties in unfamiliar places with new people sends your heartbeat racing. Even if you love the holidays, it’s easy to feel anxious when there are so many pressures, expectations, and activities going on. It’s surprising to me that more people don’t experience holiday anxiety. While anxiety may be common this time of year, it doesn’t have to ruin the season or your life. This episode will help you understand why the holidays give you anxiety and offer tips to deal with holiday anxiety so you can stay sane through New Year’s Eve. Click here to subscribe to my newsletter.

    18 min

  8. 12/06/2022

    Not Quite Normal: Mental Health Success Story Featuring — Marc Paisant

    Have you ever felt like you were not quite normal, a little bit out of place compared to everyone else? Well, today I have a great guest for you.  Marc Paisant is the creator and host of the Relatively Normal podcast.  In his show, he shares his experiences with ADHD, anxiety, and depression.  He shows that no one is alone and there is always someone willing to listen and assist when it comes to coping and managing all kinds of stress. He is an advocate for therapy and counseling and talks about the years of therapy that he has used to successfully manage his mental health.       As a former collegiate athlete, Marc also uses physical fitness to assist with his mental health. He has learned that both can be combined and used to help work through any life issue.  His goal is to inspire others to ask for help and to end the stigma when it comes to mental health and awareness. Marc has a great mental health success story and some nuggets of wisdom that I’m excited to share with you. Listen to Marc's podcast: Relatively Normal Subscribe to my newsletter: The Weekly Dispatch Check out my blog: Not Quite Zen

    1h 13m
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Hey everyone, I’m Tony Hardman your host for “Not Quite Zen” a podcast about struggling with mental health and finding ways to make life better. I’ve struggled with mental health all my life, and through lots of therapy and hard work I’ve learned how to be calmer, happier and more grounded. Hopefully, this show can do the same for you.

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  • Creator
    Tony Hardman
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Not Quite Zen
  • Show Website
    Not Quite Zen