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In part two, Dr Elaine Kasket unpacks the impact of AI-generated ‘relationship bots’ on modern society, the dangers of people using AI chatbots as a replacement for therapy and reveals whether it’s possible for us to ever live without AI again…Plus, Elaine and Dr Alex George discuss how many of us have fallen into a toxic relationship with technology and Elaine shares some fascinating insights about the true accuracy of artificial intelligence.Follow @elainekasket and check out her latest book Reset: Rethinking Your Digital World for a Happier Life. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex’s latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Elaine Kasket is a cyberpsychologist and expert in how our digital choices shape our experiences. There’s no doubt that technology is at the core of pretty much everything we do now, and many of us couldn’t imagine our lives without it. But is our relationship with technology as good as it could be?In part one, Elaine and Dr Alex George explore the concept of ‘digital remains’ and what happens to a person’s data and social media platforms once they pass away.Plus, Elaine explains how technology can’t provide a shortcut through grief, and why it’s vital to remember that, no matter how convincing it may seem, artificial intelligence can never truly replicate human emotion.Follow @elainekasket and check out her latest book Reset: Rethinking Your Digital World for a Happier Life. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex’s latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this insightful discussion, Professor Marc Brackett, an emotional intelligence expert and author of *Dealing with Feeling*, shares practical tools for emotional regulation. He emphasizes that emotional skills can be learned at any age and introduces the How We Feel app, designed to help track and manage emotions. Marc also explores the power of positive empathy in parenting and offers strategies for de-escalating conflicts in relationships. He argues that improving emotional intelligence can lead to reduced burnout and enhanced wellbeing.

In a captivating discussion, Professor Marc Brackett, an expert in emotional intelligence and author of 'Permission to Feel', dives into the significance of allowing ourselves to experience emotions. He emphasizes that no emotions are inherently 'bad' and distinguishes between anxiety and stress. With insights on how our emotions manifest in the body, he takes listeners through practical tools for emotion regulation. Marc encourages curiosity in understanding anxiety, urges leaders to show vulnerability, and advocates for a holistic approach to mental wellness.

In this discussion, Marc Brackett, an award-winning researcher and director at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, shares his journey into emotional literacy. He explores the five core skills of emotional intelligence and how they can help us achieve our goals. Marc emphasizes that emotional intelligence is about skillful regulation, not indulgence. He also addresses the challenges educators face in teaching these skills and the misconceptions surrounding emotional education. Plus, he introduces his RULER framework, a practical guide for understanding and managing emotions.

In part three, Dr Jenna Macciochi and Dr Alex George discuss the role sleep has in maintaining your immune system, the impact supplements can have on our immune health and whether there’s really a difference between sleep and rest…Plus, Jenna shares her experience with insomnia and the three supplements she’s found beneficial in improving her sleep.Follow @dr_jenna_macciochi and check out her latest book Immune to Age: The Game-Changing Science of Lifetime Health. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex’s latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Dr Jenna Macciochi explores the many benefits of exercise on the immune system, the hidden link between the immune system and your mental health, and unpacks why inflammation isn’t always a bad thing…Plus, Jenna and Dr Alex George discuss the relationship between gut health and the immune system and why exercising outdoors is great for your mental and physical health.Follow @dr_jenna_macciochi and check out her latest book Immune to Age: The Game-Changing Science of Lifetime Health. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex’s latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Jenna Macciochi is an immunologist with over 20 years experience studying the immune system. In part one, Jenna and Dr Alex George discuss what it really means to live well for longer, how the immune system connects to our mental health and reveals the real reason why so many of us get sick as soon as we try to relax…Plus, Jenna highlights the key things everyone should know about how stress impacts the immune system.Follow @dr_jenna_macciochi and check out her latest book Immune to Age: The Game-Changing Science of Lifetime Health. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex’s latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Greg James shares why we need to take silliness more seriously, how to find the fun in the mundane everyday and why it’s so important to make time to do the things that bring you joy.Plus, Greg and Dr Alex George discuss how humour can help you through even the most difficult times.Follow @greg_james and check out his book All the Best for the Future: Growing Up Without Growing Old. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex’s latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Greg James shares his journey to hosting the UK’s biggest radio show, why it’s vital to connect to your younger self and talks about how he decided he didn’t want to have children.Plus, Greg and Dr Alex George give some helpful advice on how to support a loved one struggling with their mental health, and unpack why so many of us go through adulthood without making time for play. Follow @greg_james and check out his book All the Best for the Future: Growing Up Without Growing Old. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex’s latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.