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We’ve all had those mornings: a shadow looms over your mood, convincing you that everything is falling apart. But then, a conversation, a book, a song, or an unexpected experience flips the script entirely. Your outlook transforms. In this episode, we dive into this phenomenon with David Burns, MD, a trailblazer in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and the acclaimed author of works like Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy and The Feeling Good Handbook. Plus, photographer Tyson Wheatley shares five tips for capturing stunning photos, while Alice and Melissa reflect on two life-changing books.
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What’s in This Episode
Kicking Things Off (0:00 - 5:37)
Alice and Melissa step out of the studio to record in a fresh setting, hoping to gain a new outlook. Will this shift their podcasting approach? Tune in to discover the answer.
The Conversation: David Burns, MD (5:52 - 23:59)
David Burns, MD, a leader in cognitive behavioral therapy, joins The Upgrade to explore how reevaluating and adjusting your thoughts can transform your emotions. He also introduces his innovative approach to CBT, which is showing remarkable results.
Five Tips for Capturing Unique Photos (25:12 - 33:12)
Photographer Tyson Wheatley shares how altering your viewpoint can lead to more captivating images—and offers practical advice on how to achieve this shift.
Book Insights (34:05 - 39:51)
Alice and Melissa delve into two transformative books that reshaped their perspectives—both literally and figuratively.
This Week’s Upgrades (41:30 - 46:53)
Melissa, Alice, and Dr. Burns share their personal upgrades: using Dark Reader and Deluminate to reduce screen brightness in the morning, overcoming procrastination by starting with one small task, and managing anxiety with CBD oil.
