Rebranding Mental Health
The Rebranding Mental Health Podcast explores what mental health could look like if we moved beyond the outdated disease model and embraced TOTAL health—brain, body, relationships, and purpose. Through real talk, cultural critique, and forward-thinking ideas, we unpack the systems that shape our well-being and imagine bold new ways to heal, connect, and grow. It’s not about fixing what’s broken—it’s about building what we’ve been missing.
Episodes
26 episodes
What Does It Mean to Be Happy, Anyway? (And Why It’s Such an Important Question to Ask)
We all want to be happy — but have you ever stopped to ask what happiness really means? In this episode, Iman and Kurt unpack why happiness isn’t just about success or feeling good — it’s a deeper, more personal practice shaped by need...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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32:47
The Great Unraveling – How America’s Failing Institutions Are Breaking Our Mental Health (And How We Rebuild)
🎙️ New Episode: The Great Unraveling – How America’s Failing Institutions Are Breaking Our Mental Health (And How We Rebuild)Something deeper than burnout is happening. In this episode, we dive into The Great U...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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33:35
Emotional Inflation: Why Are Our Feelings More Expensive Than Ever?
Ever feel like it takes more energy to care, connect, or just feel these days? You’re not imagining it. In this episode, we explore the idea of emotional inflation—how our feelings are being stretched thin in a world of consta...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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37:01
Who’s Really in Control? The American Illusion of Power Over Everything
🎙️ New Episode: Who’s Really in Control? The American Illusion of Power Over EverythingIn a culture that tells us we can manifest, optimize, and hustle our way into total control, Iman and Kurt explore the emotiona...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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36:22
The Great American Attention Crisis: How Cultural Instability Has Hijacked Our Focus
🧠🔎 The Great American Attention Crisis 🔎🧠Ever feel like your focus is slipping away? Meaning, matter how hard you try, your brain is constantly pulled in a million directions? 📱📺📢You’re not imagining it—our attention is und...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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30:33
Doing Less, Being More: The Science of Slow Living
🚶♀️✨ Doing Less, Being More: The Science of Slow Living ✨🚶♂️In a world that rewards hustle and glorifies busyness, what if doing less actually allowed you to be more? 🤯In this episode of Rebranding ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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33:21
Still Holding Our Breath - Adjusting to a World in Flux
🌍 Still Holding Our Breath: Adjust to a World in Flux 🎙️We’re living in a time of nonstop change—social shifts, global crises, and uncertainty at every turn. It’s easy to feel like we’re holding our breath, waiting for stability t...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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27:31
The Push to Ban Phones in Schools
Should schools ban phones, or is this just another band-aid solution? In this episode of Rebranding Mental Health, Iman and Kurt dive into the recent New York Times article and podcast exploring the growing movement to remove ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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21:43
TOTAL Health Curriculum - A Blueprint for TOTAL Health in K-12 Education
What if mental health wasn’t just an afterthought in schools but a core part of education? In this episode of Rebranding Mental Health, Iman and Kurt discuss Iman's proposal for a TOTAL Health curriculum—an integrated approach...
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30:15
Living Outside the Now – America’s Present Phobia
Why does it feel like we’re always chasing the next thing or dwelling on the past? In this episode of Rebranding Mental Health, Iman and Kurt explore America’s struggle to live in the present—how consumerism fuels the obsession with “w...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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38:17
Balance is Bullshit - Understanding the Concept of Balance in Practical Life
This episode on the Rebranding Mental Health Podcast, titled, "Balance is Bullshit," Iman and Kurt discuss the common notion of achieving perfect balance in life. Iman presents the concept of balance as an ongoing practice, an evolving pr...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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35:53
School Violence - The Mental Health Blame Game
Is mental health really the sole cause of school violence, or is that just an easy scapegoat? In this episode of Rebranding Mental Health, Iman and Kurt break down the dangers of oversimplifying complex issues and explore the systemic ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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28:55
Inclusion Junction - with Special Guest Heather Bennett - Owner of We Rock the Spectrum Racine County, Wisconsin
In this episode, Iman and Kurt welcome into the studio, Heather Bennett, the inspiring owner of We Rock the Spectrum Racine County. Together, we explore what true accessibility and inclusion look like in today's world. Our guest, Heath...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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32:00
American Culture - Understanding How Culture Shapes and Influences Our Perceptions.
In this episode of Rebranding Mental Health, Iman and Kurt explore the profound impact of culture on our development and it's influences on our mental health; examining how cultural norms, values, and practices shape our emotional well-being.&n...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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20:59
Animated Movies Aren't Just for Kids - How Animated Movies Can Be Used To Teach and Improve Mental Health
In this episode, Iman and Kurt explore the power of animated movies as tools for teaching mental health concepts to audiences of all ages. Discussing how movies such as "Inside Out" and "Finding Nemo" illustrate complex emotions, coping mechani...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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11:09
Mindful Scrolling: Navigating the Social Media Maze
In this episode, Iman and Kurt talk about the complexities of social media use and its impact on mental health. They offer strategies for navigating the digital landscape mindfully, avoiding the pitfalls of constant connectivity. Through resear...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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20:27
Festive Threads: Weaving Traditions and Rituals into Our Lives
Join Iman and Kurt in this episode to inspire listeners to reflect on and embrace the practices that bring joy, meaning, and connection into their lives, encouraging an appreciation for the rich tapestry of human culture and shared experiences....
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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20:18
The Seasons of Change - Mind and Body in Harmony
This episode delves into the profound impact seasonal changes have on our mental and physical health. Exploring the science and spirituality behind how shifts in the environment can influence mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. Shot ou...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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20:42
Part Two - Mental Health Curriculum - The Proposed Basic
Join Iman and Kurt as they continue their conversation on making a case for a mental health curriculum, or TOTAL health curriculum. In this episode, Iman discusses her proposed vision for what is needed and how it can be integrated and cu...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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18:39
Making a Case for Mental Health Core Curriculum - Part One
Listen in with Iman and Kurt as Iman presents her thoughts on why a mental health core curriculum or a, "Total Health," core curriculum is needed in every school. Prevention requires knowledge and knowledge is meaningless if it is not put...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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18:39
Special Halloween Episode - How Halloween activities can promote skills need for well-being.
In this special Halloween Episode of Rebranding Mental Health, Iman and Kurt discuss their favorite holiday, Halloween. Tune in and listen as they go beyond the goblins, ghosts and ghouls, into the traditions and activities; discussing how some...
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23:39
Values - Our Guidance System for Decision Making and Emotional Regulation
In this episode, Iman and Kurt discuss Values. Core Values are the roots of our human experience that ground us in our everyday choices. Most of us have a general understanding of what’s important to us (values) and what we believe in (beliefs)...
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20:45
Labels - How Do They Help, How Do They Hinder?
In this episode, Iman and Kurt discuss labels and how they relate to mental health. Iman explains how labels can serve as a helpful point of reference, but also have the potential to limit us in our understanding of ourselves. Using labels ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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16:44
Self-Care, Narratives, Accessibility, and the Human Experience
How has the pandemic affected our narratives and perspectives on self care, mindfulness, and other trends? In this episode, Iman and Kurt discuss the benefits as well as the drawbacks of the recent increase in popularity of such ideas. Iman...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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16:44
Change is Necessary in Mental Health - Where Do We Start?
This episode dives deeper into how we go about, "Rebranding Mental Health." Where do we start and how do we go about this process of changing the system? Focusing on education, accessibility, inclusivity and individuality. Hu...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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16:44