{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"S2-E53: Can Fish Really Fight Depression? Special Guest Evan Johnson","description":"Evan Johnson, the founder of the nonprofit Ivan the Angelfish, shares how he provides natural aquariums to senior living facilities to combat depression and isolation among residents and staff. He cites specific research showing that observing fish can significantly lower stress hormones and improve mental health metrics like the PHQ-9 survey. Beyond the scientific benefits, the conversation highlights Evan\u2019s entrepreneurial journey and his focus on expanding his mission across several countries.&amp;nbsp; Key Takeaways:  Incorporate aquariums or natural elements into your living and work spaces to help lower stress and improve your overall mood. Follow your genuine curiosity and compassion to discover a meaningful purpose that serves others in your community. Support the next generation of leaders by believing in their vision and providing them with opportunities to grow. Adopt a persistent mindset where you view rejection as a necessary stepping stone toward reaching a positive outcome. Use shared interests in nature, such as gardening or fishkeeping, to create stronger bonds and regular connections with your family members.  \ud83d\udd31&amp;nbsp;Links &amp;amp; Resources  \ud83d\udea8&amp;nbsp;Sign Up for Eric\u2019s Email List https:\/\/forms.gle\/QdcEbai6yPmpzhyn7   \ud83c\udf3f&amp;nbsp;Pond Industry Resources  The Pond Digger https:\/\/theponddigger.com\/  Helix Pond Filtration http:\/\/helixpondfiltration.com\/   Fitz Fish Ponds \u2013 Koi Trips https:\/\/fitzfishponds.com\/koi-trips\/   Pond Trade Magazine https:\/\/www.pondtrademag.com\/   \ud83d\udcf1&amp;nbsp;Connect  The Pond Digger on Instagram https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/theponddigger   The Pond Digger on Facebook https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/theponddigger   Train With Triplett on TikTok https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@trainwithtriplett   \ud83d\udcc5&amp;nbsp;Events &amp;amp; Communities  TWT Contractor Circle Facebook Group https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/twtcontractorcircle   \ud83d\udcbc&amp;nbsp;Sponsors  LiveSwitch https:\/\/join.liveswitch.com\/TheDeepEnd ","author_name":"The Deep End with Eric Triplett","author_url":"http:\/\/theponddigger.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/42265460\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/42265460"}