Published May 16, 2018

Paul Gilmartin, The Battles in Our Heads, Uncensored

Paul Gilmartin opens up about his journey from a turbulent childhood marked by trauma to discovering the healing power of meditation and comedy, revealing how mindfulness transformed his mental health and sobriety. Through candid insights, he emphasizes the importance of storytelling, speaking out, and comedy as tools for personal recovery and collective support.

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Unveiling Childhood Trauma

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Overcoming Depression with Meditation

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Chasing Meaning

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Impact of Childhood Trauma

Meditation and Recovery

Facing Mental Health

Comedy as Therapy

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Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Impact of Childhood Trauma

Meditation and RecoveryPaul Gilmartin shares his journey from skepticism to embracing meditation as a vital tool for sobriety and mental health. He discusses the transformative impact of mindfulness on his life, offering practical insights into its benefits.

Meditation and Recovery

Facing Mental HealthPaul Gilmartin candidly discusses his struggles with depression and the creation of his podcast, "The Mental Illness Happy Hour." He explores the therapeutic power of storytelling and meditation in managing mental health challenges.

Facing Mental Health

Comedy as TherapyPaul Gilmartin shares how comedy became a lifeline amidst a tumultuous childhood, offering validation but also highlighting its limitations in addressing deeper emotional struggles. He reflects on the journey towards finding true meaning and purpose beyond the stage.

Comedy as Therapy

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