From Science to Aesthetics: Exploring Embryonic Stem Cells in the Cosmetic Industry Part 2

Welcome to Difficult Conversations About Beauty, a podcast hosted by Anita East — author of the book Beautiful Unique Faces and a Nurse Practitioner with a special interest in dermatology, primary care, non-surgical cosmetic medicine, women’s health, and nutritional medicine.

This podcast explores the science, psychology, and social impact of beauty through honest and evidence-based conversations.

Before we begin, please note that the information shared in this podcast is intended for general educational purposes only. It does not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Every individual’s health needs are unique, and listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from a qualified health-care professional who understands their personal medical history.

If medicines or prescription-only products are discussed in this episode, that information is intended solely for registered health-care professionals and is provided in accordance withAHPRA and TGA regulations. These discussions are not advertisements, endorsements, or recommendations for use.

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I thoroughly enjoyed the second part of my interview with life and behaviour philosopher, science guru extraordinaire, and all-round awesome dude, Dean Kilby. And I know you will love listening, too. If you haven’t listened to the first part of my interview with Dean, please do so now. Click to Listen Part 1

In the second part, we discuss the importance of our mind set, our thinking patterns and how to get to that higher and healthier level of thinking.

The good news is, it’s not difficult at all and with just a few reminders like these below, I’ve been on my way to higher level thinking since recording the episode.

• Prioritise opportunities to talk out ideas with other people, as real thinking often happens in conversation.
• Consider incorporating environmental stimuli that facilitate high levels of thinking, such as going for a walk in nature or spending time in silence.
• Utilise tools like a whiteboard to help facilitate brain dumps and visual organisation of thoughts.

These actions can help facilitate deeper thinking and greater creativity, which can be difficult to achieve when solely relying on internal thought processes. By prioritising these strategies, we can all increase our capacity for generating innovative ideas and solutions.

The Power of Mindful Decision-Making

Making impulsive decisions based on our internal state can often result in negative consequences. This is especially true when we are feeling unhappy or stressed. In these situations, we are more likely to make rash decisions that can create even more problems, leading to further stress and dissatisfaction with life.

However, it's not just the immediate decision that can cause problems. It's the accumulation of issues that can make us feel overwhelmed and helpless, as if we are trapped between a rock and a hard place. This can lead to feelings of resignation and cynicism, leaving us wondering how we got to this point.

I created my Unique Beauty Affirmation cards as a gentle reminder for creating better mindsets and healthier and happier lives.