In this episode of the Zero Dot podcast, hosts Sam Kirk, John, and producer Daniel discuss the toxic poison of sustained rage, the choice we all have in forging a more hopeful path, and the benefits to your sanity in doing so. It's not easy, but nothing worthwhile in life ever is. Which is why you need to do it.

00:00 The Warm Up
08:21 The Good
12:50 The...Bad?
17:45 The Zero Dot
01:19:05 The Cooldown

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Daniel | https://bsky.app/profile/doublecross.uk

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#angermanagement #serotonin #mentalhealth #emotionalregulation #gratitude #selfcompassion #societalinfluences #depression #pain #perception #zerodot

• JP
• William Kirk
• Robert Rostant

In this episode of the Zero Dot podcast, hosts Sam Kirk, John, and Daniel discuss the importance of self-improvement, stress management, and emotional resilience. They explore generational perspectives on personal growth and share insights from their experiences in therapy. The conversation touches on life challenges, maintaining a positive mindset, and the value of community support in mental health awareness.

Timestamps:
00:00 The Warm Up
09:11 The Good
17:57 The Bad
29:25 The Zero Dot
01:15:47 The Cool Down

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The Zero Dot Podcast is:
Sam | https://bsky.app/profile/scarequotesbhdh.bsky.social
John | https://bsky.app/profile/paptert.bsky.social
Daniel | https://bsky.app/profile/doublecross.uk

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#Self-improvement #Stressmanagement #Emotionalresilience #Generationalperspectives #Personalgrowth #Therapy #insights, #Lifechallenges, #mindset #Community #support #Mentalhealth

• JP
• William Kirk
• Robert Rostant

John and Sam dive into the intricacies of exposure therapy, emphasizing its benefits, the importance of gradual exposure, the role of the amygdala, and the concept of safety-seeking behaviors. John also brings good tidings regarding certain previously-thought-to-be-extinct species of animals that are coming back! Sam gives us the lore on The Big Blu-ray Agenda ruining our movie re-releases. Lastly, Daniel gives us the true tech regarding Sharks and common myths surrounding them.

Timestamps:
00:00 The Warm Up
06:47 The Good
12:30 The Bad
22:18 The Zero Dot
01:07:49 The Cool Down

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The Zero Dot Podcast is:
Sam | https://bsky.app/profile/scarequotesbhdh.bsky.social
John | https://bsky.app/profile/paptert.bsky.social
Daniel | https://bsky.app/profile/doublecross.uk

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#exposuretherapy #overcomingfears #anxietymanagement #perfectionism #traumaresponse #sharks #ecologicalimportance #mentalhealth #podcast

• JP
• William Kirk
• Robert Rostant

In this week's discussion, John recalls the tale of Cousin Homer and his sweet Black Labrador and Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Saint Joseph, Missouri (Trigger Warning: the dog has passed away - what's magical is what happened afterwards). Then, Sam discusses the reality of the great long-form reading cavity in our lives (our longform reading stamina is at an all-time low while simultaneously reading more words-per-day than our forefathers. Yikes!) and what we can do about it, to which John uses that as an opportunity to dive deeper into the complexities of dopamine, homeostasis, and the impact of modern media on mental health. John and Sam discuss the challenges of willpower in the face of constant stimulation and the importance of gradual reduction in media consumption, while Daniel prompts them both at the end about what routines they each adhere to for their own form of homeostasis.

The Zero Dot Podcast is:
Sam | https://bsky.app/profile/scarequotesbhdh.bsky.social
John | https://bsky.app/profile/paptert.bsky.social
Daniel | https://bsky.app/profile/doublecross.uk

The Zero Dot Podcast is a product of ZeroDotMedia.

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#DopamineDetox #Stimulation #BrainHealth #Reading #Literacy #Empathy #ADHD #Focus #Gratitude #EveningRoutine #MediaConsumption #MentalHealth #Gambling #EmotionalManipulation

• JP
• William Kirk
• Robert Rostant

In this episode, John and Sam explore the complexities of change while discussing its various stages (5) and how environment impacts behavioral goals in pursuit of personal growth. They emphasize the resilience of humans and the necessity of tracking progress to recognize growth, while also addressing the impact of failure as a learning opportunity.

The Zero Dot Podcast is:
Sam | https://bsky.app/profile/scarequotesbhdh.bsky.social
John | https://bsky.app/profile/paptert.bsky.social
Daniel | https://bsky.app/profile/doublecross.uk

The Zero Dot Podcast is a product of ZeroDotMedia.

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Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

#change, #resilience, #stages of change, #mental health, #personal growth, #preparation, #action, #maintenance, #behavioral goals, #failure, #rewards, #tracking progress, #willpower, #ADHD

• JP
• William Kirk
• Robert Rostant

In this week's episode, John and Sam engage in a lively discussion regarding generational gaps in the workplace, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by younger workers and the perceptions held by older generations. Before that, The Good, The Bad, and The Beautiful unearths the benefits of viewing art, the impact of cortisol on stress, the implications of AI in gaming, and the humorous yet heartwarming competitions of fat squirrels and bears. Tune in to see what that's all about!

The Zero Dot Podcast is:
Sam | https://bsky.app/profile/scarequotesbhdh.bsky.social
John | https://bsky.app/profile/paptert.bsky.social
Daniel | https://bsky.app/profile/doublecross.uk

The Zero Dot Podcast is a product of ZeroDotMedia.

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Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

• JP
• William Kirk
• Robert Rostant

In this week's episode, we talk about the journey to find your 'why'. Your true purpose is within reach, you just need a guiding hand!

A note from Daniel: Terribly sorry about the heavy censorship during the non-Patreon versions of episodes 1-5. This was due to us being made aware of Youtube lifting their restrictions on swearing and vulgar language after these episodes had been recorded and edited. As of Episode 6, this will not be the case! Thanks for being awesome!

The Zero Dot Podcast is:
Sam | https://bsky.app/profile/scarequotesbhdh.bsky.social
John | https://bsky.app/profile/paptert.bsky.social
Daniel | https://bsky.app/profile/doublecross.uk

The Zero Dot Podcast is a product of ZeroDotMedia.

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You can find us on the following socials:
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Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

#gaming #education #videogames #videogamemusic #nintendo #soundtracks #goodnews #positivevibes #dreams #community #cinema #purpose #values #happiness #personalgrowth #storytelling #connection #authenticity #adhd #selfdiscovery #podcasting #achievements #artist #quitting

• JP
• William Kirk
• Robert Rostant

In this week's episode, we talk about optimism. An optimist is somebody you choose to be, not somebody you are!

A note from Daniel: Terribly sorry about the heavy censorship during the non-Patreon versions of episodes 1-5. This was due to us being made aware of Youtube lifting their restrictions on swearing and vulgar language after these episodes had been recorded and edited. As of Episode 6, this will not be the case! Thanks for being awesome!

The Zero Dot Podcast is:
Sam | https://bsky.app/profile/scarequotesbhdh.bsky.social
John | https://bsky.app/profile/paptert.bsky.social
Daniel | https://bsky.app/profile/doublecross.uk

The Zero Dot Podcast is a product of ZeroDotMedia.

SUPPORT US HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ZeroDotMedia

You can find us on the following socials:
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You can also find this podcast anywhere podcasts are provided. Just search for The Zero Dot Podcast on the service of your choice!

Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

#optimism #mentalhealth #gaming #toxicpositivity #emotional #remakes #nostalgia #anxiety #gratitude #happiness #healing #workplace #action #community #connection

• JP
• William Kirk
• Robert Rostant