Fear is evermore present as we face the reality of the threat that a global virus brings. In today’s episode, Dr. Joan Borysenko, a leader in integrative medicine and New York Times best-selling author, introduces methods of dealing with an imminent threat and discovering interesting ways on how we can face it. Join us and together we dive deep in understanding the reality of the world we now live in and learn how we can cope with the challenges it will bring towards mental health. Show Notes: Borysenko’s early origins that led to her revolutionary studies in integrative medicine Making meaning out of a global pandemic Social Distancing: Its effects in our social lives today Facing a global threat and understanding how it affects human psyche Communicating with loved ones during difficult times Trauma in relation to COVID and breaking ground despite the threat How trauma can be a positive force in life The existential reality of life Being human: The experience of reality The purpose of life To learn more about Dr. Joan Borysenko: https://www.joanborysenko.com/ https://www.joanborysenko.com/higherpractice/ https://www.facebook.com/joanborysenkocommunity https://twitter.com/jzborysenko *** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you’re a provider visit www.psychaitryinstitute.com If you’re interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to:  info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com