The LiftAffect Podcast: Mental Health and Mental Skills Coaching for High-achieving, Overworked, & Overstressed Professionals

The LiftAffect Podcast: Mental Health and Mental Skills Coaching for High-achieving, Overworked, & Overstressed Professionals

Mental Health and Mental Skills Coaching for the Underground (and often Invisible) High-Achieving, Overworked & Overstressed Professionals Working in High-Risk and High-Liability Professions.

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June 12, 2025 37 mins
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From the cockpit to the operating room, setting professional boundaries is crucial in high-stakes environments. Inspired by a heartfelt email from a listener - an anesthesiologist and newly-minted instru...

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In this episode, Matt and Karl discuss the complexities of aviation safety, emphasizing the challenges posed by perfectionism and the importance of embracing risk. They explore how the pursuit of perfect...

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In this brief episode, Matt discusses the concept of living in 'day-tight compartments' as introduced by Sir William Osler.  Drawing from Osler's teachings and Dale Carnegie'...

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In this episode, Matt addresses mental health and performance questions posed by Karl from Ask Me Anything questions asked by various professionals, including law enforcement, public defenders, air traff...

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In this episode, Matt and Karl reflect on their journey since starting the podcast in 2022, discussing personal experiences, healthcare challenges, and the impact of mental health on individuals. They ...

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In this episode, Matt and Karl delve into the theme of gratitude during this holiday season. They share personal stories that highlight the importance of family and the joy of giving back to the communit...

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In this episode, Matt and Karl discuss the challenges faced by aviation professionals and first responders during the holiday season. They explore themes of community engagement, the stress of working during holidays, family dynamics, maintaining physical wellbeing, and emotional resilience. ...

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In this episode, Matt and Karl discuss how to transform overthinking into effective decision-making in high-stakes environments. They present the Two-Minute Rule Framework, which breaks decision-making into manageable phases, along with practical strategies for implementation in both training...

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In this episode , Matt explores the challenging phenomenon of overthinking in high-risk, high-liability industries. Through real-world examples from airline pilots and surgeons, he breaks down how overthinking can impact even the most experienced professionals. Drawing from his background in ...

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In this episode recorded while walking his dog on a snowy Colorado morning, Matt explores a different approach to gratitude, especially relevant during the post-Thanksgiving season. Rather than forcing traditional gratitude practices, he guides listeners through a gentle exercise focused on ne...

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