The Wavelength

In this conversation, Sarah Adler and Michael Fulwiler discuss various mental health and technology topics. They touch on the subject of therapist pay, the report produced by Heard and current state mental health care.
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In our first minisode of The Wavelength, Dr. Sarah Adler is joined by Wave VP of Operations and Head of Coaching Megan Murk, NBC-HWC to explore navigating breakups in the digital age using questions from YOU!

Dr. Adler and Megan talk through many of the complex feelings and issues that arise when modern relationships end, covering topics like:

• Dealing with decision fatigue
• Fighting the urge to "get over it" too fast
• Social media and breakups
• Understanding your role in the breakup
• Wanting to get your ex back
• Believing in "the one"
• Choosing your partner every day

Tune in to hear advice on moving through the pain of breakups in a healthy way on this minisode of The Wavelength.

If you are having a mental health crisis, please reach out to 988 or a support system of your choice.
For emotional wellbeing coaching and support, download the Wave app at wavelife.io.
Our music is Gold Roses from Cloud System.

In this episode of The Wavelength podcast, host Dr. Sarah Adler interviews Twitch streamer Kai Kassim (username: LifeWithLaughs). They discuss Kai's experiences as a content creator, including the freedom but also difficulties that come with live streaming for a living.

Topics covered:

• What live streaming is and why Kai got into it
• The mental health toll of being a streamer - dealing with burnout, lack of vacation time, always needing to be "on"
• How COVID negatively impacted streamers who rely on in-person conventions and events
• Kai's involvement in the Pokemon Professor program to connect more locally and foster competition and sportsmanship in kids
• The differences between generations and why we should be kind to each other

Kai offers advice on taking care of your mental health, emphasizing that you have to make yourself a priority and reach out to people who care about you. She radiates positivity and encourages building community.

Join Dr. Sarah Adler and our guest Kat Nameth as they unravel the complex relationship between work, identity, and mental health for digital natives.
This episode offers a fresh perspective on Gen Z's approach to career and personal fulfillment, challenging traditional work norms and advocating for a balance that respects both productivity and well-being.
Join us for an insightful conversation that bridges generational gaps and sheds light on the future of work.
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Join us as we navigate the highs and lows of emotional wellbeing for digital natives on The Wavelength.

In this conversation, Sarah Adler and Grin Lord discuss various mental health and technology topics. They touch on the influence of social media on digital natives, the rise of open relationships and ethical non-monogamy, and the role of empathic AI in providing reflection and understanding. The conversation highlights the impact of technology on mental health and relationships, and how it has both facilitated and challenged traditional norms and practices. In this conversation, Sarah Adler and Grin Lord discuss various communication and artificial intelligence topics. They explore the impact of anonymity on communication, particularly on platforms like Twitter. They also delve into the concept of AI girlfriends and the psychological implications of crafting ideal relationships. Overall, the conversation touches on the role of empathy, control, and authenticity in human interactions and the potential consequences of relying on AI for emotional connections.

Takeaways

• Social media has significantly impacted the mental health of digital natives, providing both access to information and a platform for self-expression.
• Open relationships and ethical non-monogamy have become more prevalent and accepted, with social media playing a role in their visibility and normalization.
• Empathic AI has the potential to provide reflection and understanding, but it is important to consider the limitations and potential biases of such technology.
• The intersection of mental health and technology continues to evolve, with new challenges and opportunities arising as society becomes increasingly connected. Anonymity on platforms like Twitter can hinder accurate listening and understanding.
• AI girlfriends and similar AI personas are becoming increasingly popular, allowing individuals to control and craft ideal relationships.
• The use of AI for emotional connections raises questions about authenticity and the impact on expectations for human relationships.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction

19:54
Social Media and Digital Natives

26:39
Open Relationships and Ethical Non-Monogamy

32:40
Empathic AI and the Need for Reflection

34:50
The Impact of Anonymity on Communication

39:31
AI Girlfriends and Authenticity