<p>I sit down with Dr. David Rosmarin, an associate professor at Harvard Medical School and a pioneer bridging the worlds of spirituality and clinical psychology. We explore a powerful, yet often ignored, truth in mental health: that for many, emotional distress is a crisis of meaning and spirit. David shares the fascinating research from his work at McLean Hospital, and we tackle the tough questions—are we over-medicalizing normal human anxiety? Could connecting with our spiritual nature be a more effective path to healing? This is a crucial conversation about bringing the soul back into mental health care.</p><br><p><br></p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>02:42 The Genesis of Spirituality</p><p>05:12 How Do You Define Spirituality?</p><p>10:32 The Chasm Between Patient Needs and Clinical Training</p><p>12:08 Humanizing Care: From Medication to Meaning</p><p>18:21 A Case Study: Crisis of Meaning</p><p>20:37 The Four Steps to Face Anxiety</p><p>28:41 Anxiety as an Existential Opportunity</p><p>31:01 Spiritual Mentorship: Crisis and Healing Are One</p><p>34:40 Are We Over-Pathologizing Normal Anxiety?</p><p>37:17 The Benzodiazepine Crisis and Over-Medication</p><p>41:21 How to Find Dr. Rosmarin's Work</p><p>42:53 Conclusion</p><p><strong> </strong></p><br><p><strong><em>Learn more about Dr. David Rosmarin:</em></strong></p><br><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://dhrosmarin.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>dhrosmarin.com</strong></a></p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://spirit.mclean.harvard.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>spirit.mclean.harvard.edu</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Click here to find out more --&gt; </strong><a href="https://shorturl.at/vVrwR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://shorturl.at/vVrwR</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>IG- </strong><a href="https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc</strong></a></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>FB - </strong><a href="https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9</strong></a></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>YT - </strong><a href="https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt</strong></a></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Web - </strong><a href="https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEllYb5lKCXnpCGNtoFpS7g?sub_confirmation=1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Life, Death &amp; the Space Between Dr. Amy Robbins</strong></a></p><p><strong>Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means.&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death &amp; the Space Between.</strong></p><p>**</p><br><p><strong>Brought to you by:</strong></p><p>Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive Producer</p><p><u>Podcastize.net</u> | Audio &amp; Video Production |&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Life, Death & The Space Between with Dr. Amy Robbins

Dr. Amy Robbins |Psychology | Spirituality | Grief | Life After Death

Spiritual Crisis in Mental Health

NOV 17, 202543 MIN
Life, Death & The Space Between with Dr. Amy Robbins

Spiritual Crisis in Mental Health

NOV 17, 202543 MIN

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<p>I sit down with Dr. David Rosmarin, an associate professor at Harvard Medical School and a pioneer bridging the worlds of spirituality and clinical psychology. We explore a powerful, yet often ignored, truth in mental health: that for many, emotional distress is a crisis of meaning and spirit. David shares the fascinating research from his work at McLean Hospital, and we tackle the tough questions—are we over-medicalizing normal human anxiety? Could connecting with our spiritual nature be a more effective path to healing? This is a crucial conversation about bringing the soul back into mental health care.</p><br><p><br></p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>02:42 The Genesis of Spirituality</p><p>05:12 How Do You Define Spirituality?</p><p>10:32 The Chasm Between Patient Needs and Clinical Training</p><p>12:08 Humanizing Care: From Medication to Meaning</p><p>18:21 A Case Study: Crisis of Meaning</p><p>20:37 The Four Steps to Face Anxiety</p><p>28:41 Anxiety as an Existential Opportunity</p><p>31:01 Spiritual Mentorship: Crisis and Healing Are One</p><p>34:40 Are We Over-Pathologizing Normal Anxiety?</p><p>37:17 The Benzodiazepine Crisis and Over-Medication</p><p>41:21 How to Find Dr. Rosmarin's Work</p><p>42:53 Conclusion</p><p><strong> </strong></p><br><p><strong><em>Learn more about Dr. David Rosmarin:</em></strong></p><br><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://dhrosmarin.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>dhrosmarin.com</strong></a></p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://spirit.mclean.harvard.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>spirit.mclean.harvard.edu</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Click here to find out more --&gt; </strong><a href="https://shorturl.at/vVrwR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://shorturl.at/vVrwR</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>IG- </strong><a href="https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc</strong></a></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>FB - </strong><a href="https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9</strong></a></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>YT - </strong><a href="https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt</strong></a></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Web - </strong><a href="https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEllYb5lKCXnpCGNtoFpS7g?sub_confirmation=1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Life, Death &amp; the Space Between Dr. Amy Robbins</strong></a></p><p><strong>Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means.&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death &amp; the Space Between.</strong></p><p>**</p><br><p><strong>Brought to you by:</strong></p><p>Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive Producer</p><p><u>Podcastize.net</u> | Audio &amp; Video Production |&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>