Welcome to The Verywell Mind Podcast. Our podcast shares guidance and tips for improving psychological well-being and cultivating mental strength.

Listen to interviews with inspirational speakers who share their stories, struggles, and strategies for staying mentally strong, as well as weekly “Friday Fix” episodes, that discuss how to deal with specific issues or concerns by practicing quick, actionable mental health exercises.

An Award-Winning Podcast

The Verywell Mind Podcast has received several awards including the 2021 Eddie & Ozzie Award for the Best Consumer/Lifestyle podcast, PM360 2021 Innovative Product, and episode #174 featuring Terry Crews won the 2023 Webby Award for best individual episode in the Health & Wellness category.

The Verywell Mind Podcast is available across all streaming platforms. If you like the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Reviews and ratings are a great way to encourage other people to listen and help them prioritize their mental health too.

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Featured Episodes

Jesse Lyon
3 Dream Interpretation Tips, From a Psychotherapist
jordana brewster
Jordana Brewster's Mental Strength Tips
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
Healing From Trauma With Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
dr. amir levine
What’s Your Attachment Style? With Dr. Amir Levine
kelly slater
Pursue Your Passion Without Burning Out With 11x World Champion Surfer Kelly Slater
elissa epel
The Stress Prescription With Dr. Elissa Epel
person on the phone
Friday Fix: This 8-Minute Phone Call Will Make You a Happier Person
person staring out window
Friday Fix: Failed Resolution? How to Still Make This Year Amazing
Reggie Walker
Healing From Childhood Abuse With Former NFL Player Reggie Walker
person surrounded by negative people
Friday Fix: 5 Signs You’re Giving Negative People Too Much Power Over Your Life
Actor Richie Stephens
The Gangster's Guide to Sobriety With Former Gangster and Actor Richie Stephens
person listening to a podcast
Friday Fix: Top 10 Biggest Podcast Moments of 2022
person in an online therapy session with two other people. The person is holding a coffee while sitting at their desk
Friday Fix: Everything You Need to Know About Online Therapy
Tracy
Make Space for Happiness With Decluttering Expert Tracy McCubbin
Andrea Bonior
How to Deal With Difficult People With Psychotherapist Andrea Bonior
person asking for help
Friday Fix: How to Ask for Help
Maurice Benard
Living With Bipolar Disorder With Emmy-Winning Actor Maurice Benard
Andy Grammer
Why Even Happy People Get Depressed With Multi-Platinum Singer/Songwriter Andy Grammer
person texting
Friday Fix: 10 Ways to Say 'No' and Stick to It
Kevin Hart
Monsters and How to Tame Them With Comedian/Actor Kevin Hart
John Oates
How to Reinvent Yourself With Hall of Fame Musician John Oates
person scared in bed
Stop Making Your Biggest Fears Come True
Corey Yeager
Conversations to Have With Yourself With Detroit Pistons Team Therapist Dr. Corey Yeager
person writing in a journal
Friday Fix: The Miracle Question
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Friday Fix: How to Make Wise Decisions
kelsey crowe
What to Say to Someone Who Is Going Through a Hard Time With Dr. Kelsey Crowe
person thinking on bed
An Effective Tool for Dealing With Catastrophic Thoughts
nick viall
Don’t Text Your Ex Happy Birthday With Former Bachelor Nick Viall
person flexing in the mirror
Friday Fix: The Difference Between Acting Tough and Being Strong
mark goulston
Break the Silence on Suicide With Psychiatrist Mark Goulston
person sitting on a chair with headphones on and writing in a journal
Friday Fix: Top 20 Mental Strength Lessons From Our First 200 Episodes
ethan suplee
How to Stop Self-Destructive Behavior With Actor Ethan Suplee
person gardening
Friday Fix: How Growing a Garden Could Reduce Your Depression
Actress Cobie Smulders
How to Teach Kids Resilience With Actress Cobie Smulders
person looking out the window
3 Ways to Declutter Your Mind
person looking in the mirror
The 1 Question to Ask Yourself Every Day to Grow Mentally Stronger
Ricky Byrd
How to Get Help for an Addiction With Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Ricky Byrd
person jogging on a blue background
5 Physical Activities That Boost Your Mental Strength
lori gottlieb
Coping With a Chronic Illness With Psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb
person changing in front of the mirror
Friday Fix: Can You Change Someone Else?
person sitting on top of a mountain looking at the sunset
How to Look for the Good In Life
Actor Nathan Kress
Managing the Stress of Being a Caretaker With Actor Nathan Kress
person looking sad on their bed while hugging their pillow
What to Do When You’re Emotionally Exhausted
person falling asleep at their desk while doing work
How to Deal With Crisis Fatigue
a person motivating themselves in the mirror
How to Keep Going When You Don't Feel Like It
person writing in their journal
How to Prevent Burnout
Woman looking directly at the camera
How to Develop Radical Confidence With Author Lisa Bilyeu
Two people on a green background
Strategies for Healing With Holocaust Survivor Dr. Eger & Her Daughter Dr. Engle
person trying to pick out their clothes
Friday Fix: How to Avoid Decision Fatigue
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Friday Fix: Ask Me Anything: Part 3
Chrissy Metz Podcast
Healing Your Childhood Wounds With Actress Chrissy Metz
Brooke Burke in a red workout outfit
Self-Care Tips From TV Host Brooke Burke
how to make a tough decision
A Simple Way to Make a Tough Decision
Craig Conover
How to Find the Courage to Be Yourself With TV Personality Craig Conover
dealing with tough emotions
How to Be Mentally Strong When You’re Experiencing Uncomfortable Emotions
KJ Smith
How to Become Your Own Biggest Fan With Actress KJ Smith
ask me anything friday fix
Friday Fix: Ask Me Anything: Part 2
Charlamagne in a white hoodie
Unpacking Emotional Baggage With Hall of Fame Radio Host Charlamagne tha God
Diane Macedo
The Sleep Fix With ABC News Anchor and Former Insomniac Diane Macedo
fake a smile
Fake a Smile to Have a Better Day
assume the best in others
Why Assuming the Best in People Benefits You
Dr. Mariel Buqué
How to Heal From Intergenerational Trauma With Holistic Psychologist Mariel Buqué
10 most popular episodes of 2021
The 10 Most Popular Episodes of 2021
Skyh Black
How to Get Comfortable With Uncomfortable Feelings With Actor Skyh Black