<p>This week on Mental Health Reclaimed, I’m joined by two inspiring educators from the University of Southern California: Dr. Julie Loppacher, Director of the Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity, and Dr. Harly Ramsey, Associate Director of the Engineering in Society Program.</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, we explore how just five intentional minutes a day—through journaling, breathing, tapping, and cognitive reappraisal—can rewire the brain for calm, clarity, and confidence.</p><p><br></p><p>We dive into the culture of pressure in higher education, the science of self-regulation, and why true well-being begins with awareness, not achievement. Whether you’re a student, educator, or lifelong learner, this episode reminds you that healing and resilience can begin with something simple: five mindful minutes at a time.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ Listen now to reclaim your calm, your focus, and your mental health, one small shift at a time.</p><p><br></p><p>Links and Resources</p><p><br></p><p>🎙 Today’s Guests:</p><p>Dr. Julie Loppacher – Director, Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity, University of Southern California</p><p>Dr. Harly Ramsey – Associate Director, Engineering in Society Program, University of Southern California</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about their work: <a href="https://www.the5minuteproject.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">the5minuteproject.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>For more about Dr. Azi Jankovic, host of the pod, educator-speaker-advocate, and author of Mental Health Reclaimed, visit: </p><p>✨  <a href="https://azijankovic.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">azijankovic.com </a></p>

Mental Health, RECLAIMED. with Dr. Azi & Friends

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The 5-Minute Shift: Ep. 104 The USC Study Helping Students to Reclaim Their Mental Health

OCT 30, 202532 MIN
Mental Health, RECLAIMED. with Dr. Azi & Friends

The 5-Minute Shift: Ep. 104 The USC Study Helping Students to Reclaim Their Mental Health

OCT 30, 202532 MIN

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<p>This week on Mental Health Reclaimed, I’m joined by two inspiring educators from the University of Southern California: Dr. Julie Loppacher, Director of the Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity, and Dr. Harly Ramsey, Associate Director of the Engineering in Society Program.</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, we explore how just five intentional minutes a day—through journaling, breathing, tapping, and cognitive reappraisal—can rewire the brain for calm, clarity, and confidence.</p><p><br></p><p>We dive into the culture of pressure in higher education, the science of self-regulation, and why true well-being begins with awareness, not achievement. Whether you’re a student, educator, or lifelong learner, this episode reminds you that healing and resilience can begin with something simple: five mindful minutes at a time.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ Listen now to reclaim your calm, your focus, and your mental health, one small shift at a time.</p><p><br></p><p>Links and Resources</p><p><br></p><p>🎙 Today’s Guests:</p><p>Dr. Julie Loppacher – Director, Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity, University of Southern California</p><p>Dr. Harly Ramsey – Associate Director, Engineering in Society Program, University of Southern California</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about their work: <a href="https://www.the5minuteproject.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">the5minuteproject.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>For more about Dr. Azi Jankovic, host of the pod, educator-speaker-advocate, and author of Mental Health Reclaimed, visit: </p><p>✨  <a href="https://azijankovic.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">azijankovic.com </a></p>