Dr Matt Bellace
PhD, MS
NJ, USStand-up comedian, author & psychologist, speaks about mental health, natural highs and coping with disappointment. Author of "A Better High" & "Life Is Disappointing and Other Inspiring Thoughts."
Since 1995, Matt Bellace, PhD, has been a professional speaker and stand-up comedian. His programs encourage over a hundred thousand people each year to pursue natural highs and be resilient in the face of stress. He has spoken in 48 U.S. states and throughout the world.
Dr. Bellace has a Ph.D. in clinical neuropsychology, which is the study of the brain and behavior. He trained at the National Institutes of Mental Health, and completed his internship at the traumatic brain and spinal cord units at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City.
He’s the author of the best-selling book, A Better High: Laugh, Help, Run, Love and Other Ways to Get Naturally High (Wyatt MacKenzie, 2012). His most recent book, Life Is Disappointing and Other Inspiring Thoughts (Wyatt MacKenzie, 2021), focuses on dealing with disappointment and techniques for to coping with pain, loss and failure.
He’s a contributing author for National Geographic Kids and was featured in the PBS documentary on recovery from substance abuse titled Voices of Hope: The Rugged Road to Recovery. He was also a recurring comedian on truTV's hit show, World's Dumbest. Currently, he is featured in a podcast series called Lights Out: The Loss of a Lifetime, a production by Campside Media and Entertainment One.
Dr. Bellace resides in Princeton, New Jersey with his wife and two children.
Since 1995, Matt Bellace, PhD, has been a professional speaker and stand-up comedian. His programs encourage over a hundred thousand people each year to pursue natural highs and be resilient in the face of stress. He has spoken in 48 U.S. states and throughout the world.
Dr. Bellace has a Ph.D. in clinical neuropsychology, which is the study of the brain and behavior. He trained at the National Institutes of Mental Health, and completed his internship at the traumatic brain and spinal cord units at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City.
He’s the author of the best-selling book, A Better High: Laugh, Help, Run, Love and Other Ways to Get Naturally High (Wyatt MacKenzie, 2012). His most recent book, Life Is Disappointing and Other Inspiring Thoughts (Wyatt MacKenzie, 2021), focuses on dealing with disappointment and techniques for to coping with pain, loss and failure.
He’s a contributing author for National Geographic Kids and was featured in the PBS documentary on recovery from substance abuse titled Voices of Hope: The Rugged Road to Recovery. He was also a recurring comedian on truTV's hit show, World's Dumbest. Currently, he is featured in a podcast series called Lights Out: The Loss of a Lifetime, a production by Campside Media and Entertainment One.
Dr. Bellace resides in Princeton, New Jersey with his wife and two children.
Using Endorphins Wisely: The Science Behind Laughing, Meditating, Reducing Stress & Managing Your Em
Ideal Settings: Conference Keynotes, Company Wide Program
Length: 60 minutes
This powerful and entertaining presentation focuses on reducing stress and mental health awareness. It has been described as the perfect combination of stand-up comedy, interactive demonstrations and inspirational stories.
Participants will leave with 3-4 actionable ways to reduce stress and improve mental health. They will understand some basic science behind natural highs, such...
Brain, Behavior and the Workplace
We spend much of our adult lives engaged in work. However, the perception of meaningful work is a major component of happiness. Research suggests that finding meaning in one's work is more important than money in terms of long term happiness. In addition, maintaining healthy habits at work and home ensure greater productivity and fewer sick days. This program will focus on supporting members of the workforce in making healthy mental and physical choices. ...
The Resilience to Rise Above
Brain Matters: Since 2011, Matt has been invited to work with military families at conferences focused on building resilience. As a result of this work, he recognized that many of the skills being taught to the military and their families can apply to high school students. The product is a positive anti-bullying message that empowers students to have strength in the face of negativity.
Ideal Settings: Anti-Bullying Assemblies,...
