Ep. 486 | Election Season Survival Guide: Dr. Gail Saltz's Strategies to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind


Feeling tense about the current political climate and upcoming election? You're not alone. In this timely episode, psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz shares strategies to help you regulate your mental health amidst the divisive rhetoric and constant media coverage.

Dr. Saltz explains:

  • The toll that disturbing news visuals and messaging can take on mental wellbeing

  • How to set healthy boundaries around media consumption to reduce anxiety

  • The difference between normal anxiety and an anxiety disorder

  • How anxiety disorders cause your world to shrink and the power of exposure therapy

  • Practical tips to manage election season stress and maintain perspective

If you find yourself getting wrapped up in political negativity or catastrophic thinking, tune in to learn how to protect your peace of mind while staying informed.

 

ABOUT Dr. Gail Saltz

Dr. Gail Saltz is best known for her work as a relationship, family, emotional wellbeing, and mental health contributor in the media where she is a go-to expert for commentary on the mental health aspects of current/breaking issues and news. She is a bestselling author of numerous books, serves as a Medial Expert for the Physicians for Human Rights, and is host of the podcast “How Can I Help?" Dr. Saltz is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the NY Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell School of medicine, a psychoanalyst with the New York Psychoanalytic Institute, and has a private practice in Manhattan.

Dr. Gail Saltz is best known for her work as a relationship, family, emotional wellbeing, and mental health contributor in the media where she is a go-to expert for commentary on the mental health aspects of current/breaking issues and news. She is a bestselling author of numerous books, serves as a Medial Expert for the Physicians for Human Rights, and is host of the podcast “How Can I Help?" Dr. Saltz is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the NY Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell School of medicine, a psychoanalyst with the New York Psychoanalytic Institute, and has a private practice in Manhattan.

 

ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST

The Blueprint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery.

 

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