Psychologist and mindfulness expert Dr. Erika Horwitz joins us for a powerful conversation about mindfulness, mental health, and the importance of living in the present moment. Drawing from her own personal journey and decades of professional experience, Dr. Horwitz explains how mindfulness can reduce stress, ease anxiety, improve emotional resilience, and transform the way we navigate daily life.

As a Registered Psychologist, Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction teacher, university lecturer, and former Director of Counselling Services at Simon Fraser University, Dr. Horwitz has spent more than 25 years helping people overcome challenges related to anxiety, depression, relationships, stress, and self-worth. In this conversation, she shares practical techniques listeners can begin using immediately to cultivate greater awareness, inner calm, and emotional balance.

This episode explores:

• The true meaning of mindfulness
• How present-moment awareness impacts mental well-being
• Practical tools to reduce stress and negative thinking
• Small mindset shifts that create lasting change

• Building resilience in an overwhelming world
• Why self-compassion is essential for healing and growth

Whether you are new to mindfulness or already on a journey of personal growth, this conversation offers valuable insights and actionable takeaways that can help you reconnect with yourself and create more peace in your life.

Learn more about Dr. Erika Horwitz and her work:

• MindfulnessYVR.com
• ImprobableAndExtraordinary.com

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00:00 Introduction to Mindfulness and Mental Well-Being

00:12 Personal Journey into Mindfulness

03:22 Current Challenges in Mental Health

06:02 Mindfulness Techniques for Stress Relief

09:17 The Five Senses Exercise

11:59 The Power of Visualization

15:10 Practical Tips for Mental Well-Being

18:21 The Role of Self-Talk and Affirmations

21:11 The Importance of Choice in Mental Health

23:57 The Impact of Automatic Thinking

27:20 Conclusion and Resources

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