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Join me, Furkhan Dandia, as I sit down with the talented Melinda Chilton in this episode of EZ Conversations. Melinda is not just a seasoned improv artist but a mental health advocate with a unique perspective on how improv can be a powerful tool in managing our mental health struggles.\nIn this insightful episode, Melinda shares her journey through the world of improv and discusses how the principles of improvisation have helped her navigate life's challenges. We delve into the transformative power of spontaneity, active listening, and embracing the unknown \u2013 skills vital on the improv stage and in our day-to-day lives.\nMelinda opens up about her experiences using improv techniques as coping mechanisms for mental health, shedding light on the surprising ways improv can enhance self-awareness, build resilience, and foster a positive mindset.\nAs we navigate the fascinating intersection of improv and mental well-being, we explore practical tips and exercises that listeners can incorporate into their lives. Melinda's wisdom and humour shine through as she illustrates how the principles of improv can be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or level of experience.\nPlease tune in to this uplifting and engaging episode of EZ Conversations, where we learn that sometimes, the best way to tackle life's uncertainties is to embrace the unexpected with a dash of improv magic. It's time to unlock the joy within and discover the transformative power of laughter and spontaneity in our journey toward better mental health. Melinda Chilton teaches improv skills as life skills. After studying and performing improv for over ten years, Melinda realized her improv skills were not just showing up in her work as an actress, but in her personal life as well. Melinda has used basic improv skills to help care for her Father with Alzheimer's, to overcome a childhood speech impediment, and to build and maintain self confidence. Melinda is passionate about sharing the power of improv with others. Her improv training includes Second City and the Andy Goldberg Improv Comedy Workshop. She has taught improv at UCLA and currently teaches her, "Improv for Life", class weekly on Zoom. Her acting credits include 'The Office', 'Shameless', and 'The Upshaws'. \n\nBe sure to check out her website MelindaChiltonimprov.com \n\nTranscript \nSponsors of the Podcast:\n\nBetterHelp: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://betterhelp.com/ez10\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\xa0for 10% off your first month of therapy\n\nWeShape: https://weshape.postaffiliatepro.com/scripts/dcfogwyuk?a_aid=FurkhanDandia&a_bid=d7508fa8 for 35% all plans.\n\nAura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial\n\nPlunge: https://plunge.com/ez\n\nMint Mobile: \u2060https://trymintmobile.com/ez10\u2060 for 15$ for an unlimited cell phone plan\n\nWe Are Wild for 25% off your first order: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://zen.ai/EZ23\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nIf you would like to support EZ Conversations, here are all the ways you can do that:\n\nInstagram\u2060\u2060:\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.instagram.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\u2060\u2060Facebook\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://m.facebook.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060 \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nYouTube\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrqBp_zdRiIfBRV4wURSZ2A\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nLinkedIn: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.linkedin.com/in/furkhan-dandia-macp-mba-072a8a1ba/\u2060\n\nPatreon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060patreon.com/EzConversations\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nOr find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1\u2060\u2060\u2060\nSubscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices