On the Couch with Dr. Karmon

About On the Couch with Dr. Karmon

I'm Dr. Karmon. I'm a psychologist practicing in Florida. Did you know your mental and physical health are connected? Did you know what affects one (positively or negatively) can affect the other? This podcast talks about that intersection and different ways of healing both. **Disclaimer: This podcast is for edutainment. This does not mean that I am our therapist or that any advise given is as your personal therapist. I do not provide therap on social media platforms.**

Publisher

Karmon Sears

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Sept 2021

Latest episode

3 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

75 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Oct 2026

   The 5 Minute Morning Reset for Darker Days of Autumn

   Ready to publishDark mornings are not a discipline problem. They are a nervous system problem, and this five-minute reset shows you how to start the day without the guilt spiral, adrenaline spike, or mental fog.If you keep waking up in pitch black and wondering why getting out of bed suddenly feels impossible, Dr. Karmon explains what is actually happening inside your body and why your usual summer routine may be working against you. This episode reframes those sluggish October mornings with a simple, compassionate approach that helps you align your output with your real capacity.You’ll discover why time management alone fails on dark mornings, how light affects melatonin and cortisol, and what sleep inertia does to your focus before the day even starts. Dr. Karmon breaks down a three-step morning audit designed to calm your system instead of shocking it awake.We break down: Gentle light integration using a warm lamp or sunrise alarm clock A hydration and somatic pause before you touch your phone or inbox How to choose intention over immediate action by asking, “How do I want to feel today?” Dr. Karmon also guides you through a short breathwork and body scan practice you can follow along with in real time, including extended-exhale breathing to help your body feel safe, grounded, and present.If you’ve been blaming yourself for slow starts, low energy, or morning resistance, this conversation offers a better explanation and a better plan. Perfect for busy professionals, parents, students, and anyone trying to protect their energy during darker months without pushing harder than their body can handle.

2. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Overcoming Imposter Fog

   High achievers are not failing at confidence — their brain is mistaking growth for danger. Dr. Karmon reveals why imposter syndrome feels so physical and gives you four practical tools to clear the fog before your next big meeting, exam, or promotion.If you have ever earned praise, landed a win, or stepped into a bigger role only to immediately feel like a fraud, this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar. Dr. Karmon breaks down the neuroscience behind what she calls the imposter fog — the stress response that hijacks your thinking, floods your body with cortisol, and convinces you that success was just luck.You’ll discover: Why the prefrontal cortex and amygdala get into a tug-of-war under pressure How visibility, recognition, and new responsibilities can trigger a false threat response The Evidence Ledger method for documenting your wins, praise, solved problems, and credentials How to shift from perfection to contribution so mistakes stop feeling catastrophic A guided somatic reset using body awareness and box breathing to calm your nervous system Why discomfort in a new role is often a sign of expansion, not incompetence Dr. Karmon makes a powerful case that imposter syndrome is not proof that you are a fraud — it is often your nervous system overprotecting you while you grow. Instead of arguing with anxious thoughts, she shows you how to anchor yourself in facts, redirect your focus outward, and teach your body that you are safe.This is essential listening if you are a student, professional, perfectionist, creator, or leader who keeps shrinking after success. You’ll leave with a clear framework you can use before presentations, interviews, promotions, exams, and any moment when your confidence starts to wobble.

3. 

   18 Sept 2026

   Micro Doses of Self Care

   Self-care doesn’t have to mean a 90-minute routine, a weekend retreat, or one more thing on your already-full to-do list. In this episode, Dr. Karmon shares a gentler approach: small, intentional moments that help you reset your nervous system throughout the day. You’ll learn how stress builds up, how to recognize your body’s early signals, and how to reclaim everyday transition moments for simple, supportive care. From the car-door buffer to sensory grounding and box breathing, these practical tools are designed for real life. In this episode: Why traditional ideas of self-care can create more guilt than relief The power of five- to ten-minute “microdoses” of rest How chronic stress affects your nervous system A simple bucket metaphor for understanding emotional overload A 30-second body check-in for noticing physical tension Finding small reset moments in your existing routine Practical ideas for working parents, professionals, and caregivers A gentle reminder: You are doing enough, and you are allowed to rest. Try this today: Choose one five-minute transition in your day—before walking into the house, between meetings, or while your coffee brews—and use it as a moment to pause, breathe, and reset. Don't for get to like, share, and subscribe!

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