Are your coping mechanisms healthy? | Dr. Andrew Miki | TEDxSurrey
Dr. Andrew Miki explores the intriguing connection between pigeons' learned behaviors and human mental health. Drawing on his experience in animal cognition, he reveals how our brains, like pigeons, reinforce coping mechanisms over time. Dr. Miki sheds light on counterproductive common coping habits such as procrastination and smartphone reliance, emphasizing their impact on anxiety and depression.
Through personal anecdotes, including his role as a father, he highlights the importance of developing self-confidence to combat mental health challenges. The talk encourages viewers to reflect on their coping mechanisms, fostering a dialogue about mental health, and inspiring a journey toward unlearning unhealthy habits for improved well-being.
Dr. Andrew Miki, a registered psychologist in BC, brings over 25 years of expertise in neuropsychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to enhance the lives of those grappling with stress, anxiety, and depression. Founder of Starling Minds™ in 2013, he pioneers digital mental health, reducing stigma and offering personalized support to over 4.5 million individuals. Holding degrees from prestigious institutions, including Queen’s University and York University, his clinical work and research feature in prominent scientific journals and publications like Forbes and Authority Magazine. Dr. Miki is dedicated to applying his knowledge to empower people for healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
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Changing the habits to drive better mental health is the key. Thanks for sharing a personal story and tying it to your views as a psychologist. Perfecting timing for me as a new father!
Nice talk Andrew! Really resonates - you're right that we all fall into these cycles. Thanks for sharing!
Lots of powerful lessons here, Andrew. Thanks so much!
What a crucial message! Thank you, Andrew, for sharing it! I hadn't previously considered the connection between self-confidence and mental health, but your talk is truly empowering individuals to take control of their mental well-being. I'm grateful for all the insights and reminders you've provided!
Very helpful talk Andrew! This message is easy to digest and includes actions we can all put into motion. I'm sure this will help many people, me included!
Nicely done, Andrew! Totally agree with you, especially the grunge from the 90s being the peak of music! But seriously, it gives us a lot to consider when we quickly reach for our phone.
This just made more sense to me than all of the books or other videos I've watched combined. Thank you. It's giving me a place to start by helping me explain it.
Really social media may be adverse effects in our lives but also effect in good way when we use it in right 👍 way
I “absorb” other people energy too much - when someone get upset or angry around me it automatically makes me anxious even though it has nothing to do with me. I wish I could fix this about myself.
@VintageVigilante
23 күн бұрын
That empathy might be difficult in those situations, but it's also your greatest strength and what people probably find amazing about you when you channel it in the right ways ❤
@martini87c
23 күн бұрын
@@VintageVigilante thank you I had few people tell me it’s strength too but I can’t but feel overwhelmed and moody because of that. I don’t know how to manage it in the right way.
@VintageVigilante
23 күн бұрын
@@martini87c That's where introspection and speaking with people you trust (or a therapist) could help you gain confidence, self-awareness and the ability to manage your empathy better.
Thanks! I find this TED talk very useful. I will try to implement advices in my own life.
Excellent talk, Andrew! Really important considerations when raising the next generation and looking after our own well-being!!
Fantastic Andrew! Always a good reminder to reflect within 🙌🏼
Congratulations Andrew.
Very helpful for me...brought a lot of clarity to how i deal with anxious thoughts...thankyou
I Just realised i use my phone way way too much when i am anxious about something and i am very very distracted during these episodes. This is my unhealthy coping mechanism which is getting worse day by day. I just don't know what to do. The uncertainty of certain things just cripple my brain. I am unsure what to do next. I have nobody to talk to about this too.
@levieleven908
24 күн бұрын
Samething is happening with me …repetitive manner but the only solution I found is keeping busy myself , spending more hours in gym basically you should try each and every activity which you find interesting than only we can change our neuroplasticity
@mazare1000
23 күн бұрын
Psychologists are there to help us!
@levieleven908
23 күн бұрын
@@mazare1000 are you a psychologist
@mazare1000
23 күн бұрын
@@levieleven908No, I'm not a psychologist. I'm attending therapy sessions, she listens to me and I follow her guidance.
@herasmaia1166
23 күн бұрын
Me too
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Great speech!
Very interesting!
Amazing talk
Great talk, Andrew!
Great talk
A very inspiring talk. I was creating a video today about talking to teenagers in a way that they change their own mind, without being told No. You said it all perfectly. 👏👏👏
@FVS7252
13 күн бұрын
Amazing talk
It’s as if you are describing my adhd riddled brain 😅 thoroughly enjoyed your words and humour ❤
Amazing speech ❤️
Great and timely message that I will be sharing with everyone I care about!
I am watching this inspiring video even on my smartphone😂 and going to scroll down the screen when this video ends to seek assurance. Sigh😢
Love from Bangladesh
Felicitaciones profe por su video y por su información
@bhumisutamajhi4854
24 күн бұрын
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My coping method is taking shower doing skincare or taking a nap
@FVS7252
13 күн бұрын
Amazing talk
Most adults cope by eating unhealthy foods and gaining weight. Sad.
Good timing on this post. My grandfather was just put into a medically induced coma. They don’t make ‘em like him anymore. To me this is why faith n religion are important because they give us hope for the suffering
@bethaniel841
24 күн бұрын
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@pamthepainter
23 күн бұрын
Your grandfather is very lucky to have you as his family God bless you and your family
For me better self talk just didn't help that much. I had to start taking action. I started with the 1% rule. Everyday I'd try and improve by 1%. This helped move me out of depression and my self talk became better. However, I would recommend realistic self talk. Don't beat yourself down needlessly.
HELPING - OTHERS to motivate ourselves, to keep trying...? (I believe that sharing ideas and concerns can be a great motivator) TNX MCH =================================================================
Yo aprendo 100%
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did Natalia agree to be talked about her on stage? I'd be infuriated if in her place
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:01 *🐦 The connection between pigeons' learned behaviors and human coping mechanisms* - Learned behaviors in pigeons can parallel human coping mechanisms. - Coping mechanisms like procrastination or smartphone use can lead to anxiety and depression. - Understanding and unlearning unhelpful coping mechanisms can improve mental health. 03:02 *📱 Impact of smartphones on self-confidence and coping mechanisms* - Overuse of smartphones can contribute to anxiety and low self-confidence. - Seeking reassurance through smartphones reinforces anxious behaviors. - Sitting with discomfort can strengthen resilience to anxiety. 06:01 *🌀 The danger of relying on coping mechanisms during challenging times* - Coping mechanisms may fail during perfect storms of stress. - Overreliance on coping mechanisms can reinforce negative thoughts. - Awareness and breaking patterns are crucial for improving mental health. 07:39 *🗣️ Breaking the stigma around mental health through open dialogue* - Talking about mental health issues is essential for uncovering unhelpful coping mechanisms. - Stigma surrounding mental health can hinder discussions and progress. - Encouraging open dialogue can lead to greater self-awareness and improved mental health. Made with HARPA AIcontinu
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I want to ask 1 question I'm not use Facebook or TikTok only KZread in order to improve my English communication skill it good or bad , only watch English videos and news. It will help me or not please guide me.
@faranmustafa6084
23 күн бұрын
watch more
@lodila280
23 күн бұрын
It's fine. It not coping, you are learning. You have a goal. That 's very different from endlessly scrolling to seek reassurance
@VintageVigilante
23 күн бұрын
This is such a good and healthy use of technology... For education!
@9847155426
14 күн бұрын
I’m same
Poor Natalia!!
3:16
So self soothing is a bad thing?
@lodila280
23 күн бұрын
No, only if in the long term it has made you feel worse. Then it is an unhealthy coping mechanism.
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Jai Sadhguru ❤
Interesting obviously and talking or talk out is tested advice but irony which floats n floating all over is to whom ......and then 1 entity with different names comes in reality n that is GOD......n here we hear what we say and what we say is we hear so the circles repeats....i am we and when we becomes I as whole then no one is alone......
Talk to whom ? Where everyone is toxic
@FVS7252
13 күн бұрын
Amazing talk
@Omkar-221b
9 күн бұрын
Geetu ...talk to me ....I will keep my toxicity aside for you and will always be there for you.
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@saidavanessacamposaguilar1978
24 күн бұрын
Oh noo
@artemishunter4242
24 күн бұрын
I liked it