Today's episode is a great reminder of the power of our thoughts and beliefs and how they can impact our lives! In this conversation, Arlene and Dr. Dan Strunk explore what Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is as well as some strategies to help us better identify and manage our behavior. Throughout this episode, you will also hear Dr. Strunk talk about some real-life examples of how CBT skills can be used in our everyday lives, why our personal and professional lives are intertwined, and more. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to manage their thoughts and beliefs, and drastically improve their lives! Enjoy! In this episode, we cover:-The difference between a thought and a belief.-How CBT helps people.-Strategies for becoming more aware of our emotions.-Solving problems the cognitive-behavioral way.-How our beliefs impact our work and life satisfaction.-Using CBT in daily life.-What genetic vulnerability is and how it impacts behavior. Connect with Dr. Strunk: -Department of Psychology at the Ohio State University: Dr. Daniel Strunk | Department of Psychology Connect with Arlene:-Follow her on Instagram @arlene_pace_green.-Visit her website at www.arlenepacegreen.com -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE. Resources and links mentioned in this episode:-Read the book: Mind Over Mood: Change How You Feel by Changing the Way You Think by Dennis Greenberger.-Arlene's book, You Deserve To Love Your Job is now available in paperback and Kindle. Get your copy here!-Join the Crew -Arlene's private email group and get a checklist to get your LinkedIn profile in top shape and the first chapter of her book.-Subscribe to Arlene's Youtube channel here!-Check out the merch here! Don't forget to tune into episode 25 where Arlene and Dr. Morganson dive deep into how work-life balance impacts the various areas of our lives. Find the episode here. More about Dr. Dan Strunk: Dan is a professor of psychology at Ohio State University. He did his undergraduate work at Northern Kentucky University. He then went on to graduate school at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned his Ph.D. in clinical psychology. After graduate school, he completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Vanderbilt University. In 2006, he joined the faculty at Ohio State. Dan has focused on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for depression. His work has highlighted what patients learn in CBT that helps them to recover from depression and what helps them stay well after treatment ends.