Our world is changing – and fast – and the data behind resilience speaks volumes: a core requirement for the next decade will be that we understand ourselves – our emotions, our desires, our vulnerabilities – and find intentional ways to connect others, in order to survive and thrive as people. Skills around self-compassion and connection will be critical to protecting and nurturing our mental health in our modern society. While experts say that there are not enough therapists available to treat the expanding population of those in need, artificial intelligence is already beginning to have an influence on this space. By analyzing voice, facial expression, and sentiment and combining that data with compassion-focused therapy, delivered by a human-like avatar, these cutting-edge AI offerings may become a mental health companion for people of all ages. Exciting, frightening or promising? You be the judge. One thing’s for sure: our experts – from researchers, and neuroscientists to a marriage therapist specializing in healthy sexuality – know a lot about the science behind your brain’s extraordinary ability to change, heal, and remake itself. In this dialogue, join world-renowned experts in using mind-body medicine to heal depression, anxiety, and psychological trauma, to discuss how to build, enhance and maintain stronger, healthier relationships with yourself and the ones you love.