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drschwank

Mar 1, 2022

Social Media Detox

How does social media impact our mental and physical well-being? The constant comparison of looking into the camera, the mirror has an effect on all of us. Whether we’re aware of the impact or not, we compare ourselves with others on a daily visual basis. Self-confidence comes from within. The more confident we feel about who you are, the more it’s reflected in our appearance, body posture, and facial expressions. Social media self-test: Having iMessage, WeChat, what’s app,

drschwank

Feb 9, 2022

Global Citizen

Today’s interview with Agi, who’s a true global citizen. She’s lived around the world. Moved with her suitcases from one amazing city to the next. We discussed how cultures impact us, how it’s a challenge to find a social network in a place like Zurich. She’s shared the life of someone without a base and constantly being on the move. How you always collect more things than you have room in a suitcase and the many goodbyes. One inspiring aspect was her description of both the

drschwank

Jan 22, 2022

The physical and mental skin

In conversation with Cait Ferguson on the importance of our skin for our physical and mental well-being. Lifelong beauty nerd. Makeup Artist and Esthetician. She’s always been interested in the connection between science and nature within the beauty industry. Listen to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/dr-simones-mind-space/id1532493956?l=en&i=1000548636153 #drschwankinsights #drsimonesmindspace #podcast #lifestyle #science #counselling #consulting #femaleent

drschwank

Jan 11, 2022

The Female Body: Excepting Diversity

Today, I’m in conversation with Alexandra Haas founder of Special Moments. This is the second episode in a series were we discuss the role of the body and our skin, as a place of sensuality and empowerment. Dive into a conversation on the power of feeling confident and beautiful in one’s body, no matter how it looks and whether it fits the beauty norms. To experience pleasure, we need to feel confident in who we are as women. It’s a women’s world. Listen to the podcast: https

Why does the pandemic impacts us now more than before?

drschwank

Jan 11, 2022

Why does the pandemic impacts us now more than before?

When wondering why you feel low, lack of energy, and fatigued of following rules and doing the right thing? You’re not alone. It’s a common comment I hear from many clients, patients, and friends. What can we do to get out of this funk? Routines rock here! Stay physically active Engage in a creative challenge with friends Socialize in ways that aren’t impacted by whether restaurants, movies, gyms, etc are open Cook new recipes and share them with friends Plan a trip with frie

drschwank

Nov 24, 2021

The Body Series Part I

Today, I’m in conversation with Alexandra Haas founder of Special Moments. This is the first episode in a series were we discuss the role of the body and our skin, as a place of sensuality. Alex shared ways to get in touch with our body: ⁃ Use your breath to be fully present ⁃ Give or get a massage ⁃ The power of a long hug ⁃ Don’t hesitate to communicate your preferred way to be touched ⁃ Treat your body like a temple Listen to the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch

drschwank

Nov 3, 2021

Female Entrepreneurs Series Dr. & Dr.

In conversation with Dr. Renu Ann Joseph on female entrepreneurship, self-confidence, mentoring, and feeling comfortable to stand out. Renu is an economist turned entrepreneur, who has focused her two decade long career on improving how organizations use data to enhance business value. Her insurtech venture, based out of the US and Switzerland. Dr. Renu’s Ventures Luminant Analytics https://luminantanalytics.com/ Virtido Data Science Center https://virtido.com/en/data-science

drschwank

Oct 12, 2021

Burnout: A Human Condition

How many people don’t we know, if we haven’t experienced the feeling ourselves, who share symptoms of burn out? It’s a place of complete exhaustion, a feeling of being overwhelmed by the most simple task at hand. Burn out is experienced both mentally and physically. Often it’s a depressed feeling, a lack of energy, lethargy, accompanied with very low self-esteem, caused by exhausted self-destructive thoughts. How do we navigate through and out of a burnout? Causes of burn out

Conversation with Public Health Prof. Xu Biao

drschwank

Oct 12, 2021

Conversation with Public Health Prof. Xu Biao

Today's episode is a conversation with my mentor and female professor in public health at Fudan University and Karolinska Institute, Prof. Xu Biao. She shared her insights in the development of women in China, the impact of the one child policy on gender equality, as well as her strong believe that women and men are intellectually equal. Prof. Xu Biao said: “Women being more attractive, when intellectually free.” She also emphasized that women should feel confident dressing f

Fashion, sophistication, and female power

drschwank

Jul 29, 2021

Fashion, sophistication, and female power

Fashion is art in a self-expressed way. Women around the world dress differently to express their heritage, sense of community, and unique selves. Wearing clothes is a statement of strength and power, when chosen wisely and in line with the own persona. Investing in high quality pieces that last many seasons is both a pleasure to wear and a great contribution to the environment. Dress for success Dress in outfits Create your personal uniforms Less is more Invest in statement

Working and conducting research around the globe: my travel diary

drschwank

Jun 29, 2021

Working and conducting research around the globe: my travel diary

This episode is a travel journey through the different stops around the world, conducting research and working as a consulting psychologist in Shanghai, New York, Stockholm, and Zurich. Listen to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/working-conducting-research-around-globe-my-travel/id1532493956?i=1000527239428 #drschwankinsights #drsimonesmindspace #unesurcent #podcast #narcissisticpersonality #mentalhealth #chinachildpolicy #shanghai #newyork #stockholm #zuric

One, Two or Three Children? The Chinese Child Policy Shift

drschwank

Jun 29, 2021

One, Two or Three Children? The Chinese Child Policy Shift

The Chinese child policy and its aftermath. Research insights from the one, to the two, to the three child policy. Living in Shanghai during the one child policy and initiating my research in Shanghai 2015, right at the shift to the two child policy, I’ve always been fascinated by the impact of the policy on women’s lives. From an individual, family setting, societal, and national perspective. A public health, women’s health, psychological, and economical perspective. Listen

Couples time vs. family time vs. me time

drschwank

Jun 29, 2021

Couples time vs. family time vs. me time

We oft struggle to find time for ourselves. Time to do things according to our time table, our wishes, our needs. It’s essential for our own and our surrounding that we can breath, because only if we function well, our surrounding functions well too: “take the oxygen mask self before helping others”. As simply as it sounds, as incredibly difficult it is. How to get started: Early mornings are for you. Exercise, as a priority! Put the date with yourself into your calendar (no

From my psychology practice to the podcast

drschwank

Jun 29, 2021

From my psychology practice to the podcast

Many women I’ve encountered through the years in my practice in Shanghai, New York, Stockholm, and Zürich share similar challenges with their narcissistic partners. I’ve decided to discuss this very peculiar personality disorder in a podcast, especially since I’m part of a Columbia University program focussing on an evidence-based approach in treating people with narcissistic personality disorders (NPD). Steps to take: Talk and disclose to a friend, don’t protect the narcissi