Ever feel stuck between knowing what to do and actually doing it? In this episode of Rebranding Mental Health, Iman and Kurt break down a simple but powerful framework for understanding the types of actions that move your life forward and why we often get distracted by the ones that don’t.

Kurt shares how he stumbled onto this concept while working on his own health, only to realize it applies to almost every area of life, from relationships and work to mental wellness.

You’ll learn:
*The difference between Rocks, Stones, and Pebbles — and why you need all three
*Why our brains chase novelty and instant gratification instead of consistency
* How to make the “boring” habits more appealing and sustainable
*Why quick fixes feel exciting but rarely deliver
* Practical ways to “shine your rocks” so you stay consistent and motivated

If you’re tired of chasing shortcuts and ready to build something that lasts, this episode will help you find your footing, one rock at a time.

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When the chaos outside quiets down, what happens when the disorientation is coming from within? In this deeply personal follow-up to Part 1, Iman and Kurt explore the emotional fog that clouds our inner world, the kind that makes clarity feel like emotional CPR.

Together, they unpack why humans crave narrative, how naming our pain gives us power, and why building a “working story” of who we are can be one of the most stabilizing things we ever do.

You’ll hear about:
• Why uncertainty can feel worse than bad news
• The brain’s need for meaning, not just facts
• How narrative therapy, storytelling, and even movies can heal
• The danger of “false clarity” when we rush to make sense of pain
• Real tools for grounding and reality checks when your emotions distort the view

If you’ve ever felt lost in your own emotional funhouse, this episode is your gentle reminder that you can find your way out, one truth and one breath at a time.

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In this episode, Iman and Kurt explore why the outside world feels so confusing right now. Between polarization, misinformation, and the dizzying pendulum swings of public trends, it’s easy to feel like we’ve tumbled into Wonderland where logic bends and reality shifts by the hour. This episode validates that disorientation is not just personal, it’s cultural. We then begin building a stabilizing toolkit with strategies like seeking nuance, practicing reality checks, and grounding through connection. Next week, we’ll continue the journey inward to explore the disorientation of our personal narratives.

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"Rebranding Mental Health: A Movement, Not a Label."