Podcasts by Through a Therapists Eyes Podcast

Emotional Freewill versus Determinism - Ep251 from 2023-12-13T12:08

When brought up by our own Mr. Pope about the idea of a neurologist who thought that human's lives were determined for them, we had to dive into this topic further. Pope leads the conversation w...

Use Friendships with Parenting Strategies - Ep250 from 2023-11-16T21:58

This was an interesting topic when Chris produced it for the panel. It seems weird to discuss pa...

October Month in Review - Ep249 from 2023-11-09T13:42

This month was a short one for the show because we only recorded 2 episodes, but there is plenty...

Friendship: Do We miss them? - Ep248 from 2023-11-02T11:52

Friendship is a topic we haven't covered on the show in a while so Chris thought it would be goo...

Can you Control Your Emotions - Ep247 from 2023-10-18T07:00

When looking at the question if you can control your emotions, you must first look at both parts...

September Month in Review - Ep246 from 2023-10-10T09:05

This month was a special month for the show as we got to announce that we have a new sponsor for...

When hurt by others, it is not my fault - Ep245 from 2023-10-03T09:00

After you are hurt, the first thing that most people try to do is try to figure out what happene...

Emotional freedom...want some? - Ep244 from 2023-09-26T09:11

The title might seem rhetorical, but when you really think about your life, do you have emotional freedom and do you really want it. We look at what that means to have emotional freedom, why it ...

Mental Health and Finances with Evan Moss from First Horizon Bank in Mt Holly - Ep243 from 2023-09-19T12:16

If there is anything that goes on in our life that can affect our mental health is your finances...

August Month in Review - Ep242 from 2023-09-14T09:34

This month we only covered two topics, but one of them was so in-depth we had to split it into 2 parts. We review Menopause Normalized, parts 1 and 2, and Your First Love. These shows covered to...

Your First Love: The teen crush, is it Real True Love - Ep241 from 2023-09-12T10:25

Do you remember your first love? Do you remember those new feelings? Do you remember the hurt after the relationship was over?

In this episode we explore the growth and differences of a t...

Menopause Normalized: Part 2 - Ep240 from 2023-09-08T10:06

After spending an episode talking about what menopause is, this time the panel talks about what can be done to help women during this transition in their lives. We look at how ...

Menopause Normalized: Part 1 - Ep239 from 2023-09-05T09:48

This is one of those topics that Chris has been reluctant to cover because he wasn't sure how to broach it. Given his experience with some of his patients, he felt it is important to bring up th...

July Month in Review - Ep238 from 2023-09-01T09:52

This month we had a diagnostic show, another about what people are currently thinking about, and then one that a lot of people can relate to.

We starte...

Shame for Medical Conditions - Ep237 from 2023-08-30T09:09

What is the first thing that you think of when someone talks about a medical condition that makes people feel shame? I am sure anyone listening to this show will know of someth...

Are We in a Mental Health Crisis? In the US, 90% Say We Are - Ep236 from 2023-08-28T09:42

In the last few years, it seems like every time we turn around our world has been in one crisis after another. To add to that, in a recent survey of some people in the US, 90% ...

Diagnostics: Schizophrenia - Ep235 from 2023-08-21T01:25

What’s the point of having a panel of therapists if we don’t utilize them to share information about mental health illnesses. In this episode, we do a deep dive on schizophreni...

June Month in Review - Ep234 from 2023-08-08T13:06

This month was a weird one as we only had two shows, but one of them was the introduction to something we have been spending months building. In episode 232, we introduce the T...

What are the parallels with Mental health and Religion with Pastor Ray Hardee - Ep233 from 2023-08-04T09:56

In this episode, we look to see what, if any, are the similarities between our mental health and religion. We bring in Paster Ray Hardee to discuss his experience at his church...

Introducing This Will Not Defeat Me - Ep232 from 2023-08-02T09:43

After a few months of working behind the scenes, Through a Therapist's Eyes podcast wroked with Power of God Ministries & Media to create our first video experience to help those dealing with Pa...

May Month in Review - Ep231 from 2023-07-31T09:34

This month we had great topics ranging from how nutrition can affect your mental health to what we control. The first show was important because the food you put into your body...

Attraction: Do we control it? - Ep230 from 2023-06-06T09:00

This show starts by asking the question "Are we in control of our own experience with attraction?"

We talk about the physical nature of attraction and how there are three different stages...

What Do We Really Control Emotionally - Ep229 from 2023-06-03T10:00

This is one of those questions that most people either think they know the answer or are afraid to really answer. What do we really control emotionally? When looking at how we ...

Understand Nutrition Therapy and Dietetic Services - Ep228 from 2023-05-28T14:51

We re-introduce Cyrilla Purnell to the show, but this time we have an announcement that she will be joining Chris at his practice to help clients reach their mental and physica...

April Month in Review - Ep227 from 2023-05-16T09:14

If you missed the last 3 episodes, you missed some pretty interesting topics. We started the month off by continuing our conversation on Addiction by discussing the impact afte...

Conflict, a Great Story but Lousy Life (credit Mr. Daniel) - Ep226 from 2023-05-11T14:35

Inspired by a quote during a session, the Panel talks about the intrigue and attraction that humans have towards conflict. We look at what conflict does to a person and why con...

What is Womanizing - Ep225 from 2023-05-08T09:07

When a term like womanizer is brought up there are a lot of negative stereotypes and perceptions that come with it. As a show that likes to dispel myths, we wanted to do a deep...

Addiction Recovery, Estrangements&Family Dynamics - Ep224 from 2023-04-17T22:25

After trying to cover this topic in episode 222, but being derailed by the question of “what is addiction”, the panel is talking about the impact of family when dealing with ad...

March Month in Review - Ep223 from 2023-04-13T12:59

How did this last month go? Did you find any help in episode 220 when we talked about wanting better self-esteem? Were you able to find ways to help you not take things persona...

The Panel Battle with What is Addiction - Ep222 from 2023-04-04T10:08

This show was supposed to about addiction recovery and the family dynamics, but as the panel started talking about addiction, it became clear that there is a lot of confusion a...

Don’t take things personally in your Marriage or Family - Ep221 from 2023-03-29T12:17

When you are in a close relationship with anyone, there is the reality that when confronted by the other, you will be quick to get on the defensive. This is something that can ...

I Want Better Self Esteem - Ep220 from 2023-03-22T11:34

In a world of instant gratification and outside validation, one thing that can really help you through your daily struggles is to have better self-esteem. We know this is easie...

February Month in Review - Ep219 from 2023-03-07T11:00

This last month the panel had great conversations around step parenting. They started  with the boundaries and changes that appear when...

I want to feel Empowerment - Ep218 from 2023-03-02T12:39

Have you ever wondered about what people mean with they talk about being empowered? In this episode, the panel looks at what empowerment is. Explain the power structures in rel...

All about Step Parenting Part 2 - Ep217 from 2023-02-17T20:37

After last weeks show where we discuss the boundary adjustments and changes that a step parent brings to a relationship, this week the panel decides to focus on the celebration...

All about Step Parenting Part 1 - Ep216 from 2023-02-09T15:07

This is a show that is a long time coming as we discuss step parenting and blended families. This topic has so many variations of possible family situations, that we decided th...

January Month in Review - Ep215 from 2023-01-31T21:27

Did you catch the shows from January? We had some good ones this month starting with a great episode on Nutrition and your Mental Health with Cyrilla Purnell. We followed it up by looking at per...

Marriage: Are We Actually Selfish? - Ep214 from 2023-01-24T10:55

With Chris doing therapy for almost 30 years, there is not much that is said in a session that really rattles him. But there was one question that he recently received that really made him rethi...

What is Your Perspective? - Ep213 from 2023-01-17T23:21

Have you ever thought about the way you look at the world? Why what you are going through affects you differently than other people? A lot of this has to do with your perspective at that the tim...

December Month in Review - Ep212 from 2023-01-10T10:20

This last month, the panel started out by talking about Intellectualization. Then they looked at whether you can Control Your Heart and Mind. Then wrapping up the month by talking about Dealing ...

Nutrition and Your Mental Health with Registered Dietician Mrs. Cyrilla Purnell, MPH, RD - Ep211 from 2023-01-05T11:00

On this show we have had a few conversations about nutrition but this time we brought in the expert Mrs. Cyrilla Purnell to discuss how much it affects your Mental Health. We look at not only wh...

Dealing with Failure - Ep210 from 2022-12-27T11:00

There are so many times in life that you will fail so this is a topic that everyone can relate to. The panel starts by talking about what is failure, and what does failure mean to you by looking...

Can You Control Your Mind and Heart - Ep209 from 2022-12-23T16:46

In therapy there is a continual struggle is between what your emotions are telling you and what your brains says you should do. We have previously mentioned that your emotions are necessary for ...

November Month in Review - Ep208 from 2022-12-14T15:02

Another month in the books with the TATE Panel. We go over the shows on Religious Trauma, How to Accept Yourself, and Political Trauma. Which show stood out to you the most? Do you agree with th...

What is intellectualization - Ep207 from 2022-11-30T11:00

When a person is dealing with a stressful situation, they will resort to many different copying mechanisms. In this episode, the panel dives into Intellectualization as one of those mechanisms. ...

Is Mental Health Political Trauma a Thing - Ep206 from 2022-11-23T16:44

We have recently talked a lot about the mental health trauma that organized religion can put people through, but not much has been mentioned about how politics can do the same thing. There is so...

How to Accept Yourself - Ep205 from 2022-11-16T14:04

In a day and time where everyone is looking to get social media attention, we discuss the topic of How to Accept Yourself.  They look at how addressing this can help you attain the goals you are...

October Month in Review - Ep204 from 2022-11-09T13:08

After our first month with the new Panel, we bring back cohost Adam to give his perspective on the month that was. We also included Mr. John Pope to get his take on some of the topics he missed....

Religious Trauma: The Effect on People - Ep203 from 2022-11-03T13:45

Most people are aware of the damage that a cult can do to its members, but what about the other experiences people can through with dealing with religious trauma. Chris and John sit down to disc...

How Emotions Can Drive Day to Day Experiences - Ep202 from 2022-10-24T11:24

How much do you think your day is dictated by your emotions? The panel discusses what are your primary emotions are and how they drive you. They look at early psychologist Adler and the importan...

Foundation of Marriage - Ep201 from 2022-10-17T12:13

The show starts off the new panel to discuss what they feel are the Foundations of Marriage. They talk about what therapy methods they find the most effective and how marriage counseling has evo...

EMDR and Introduction of Our New Panel - Ep200 from 2022-10-10T10:00

We did it!!! The show has made it to Episode 200. We introduce the new panel of therapists to accompany Chris. Each therapist is at a different part of their career and they each focus on differ...

Procrastination: Do you want to stop this? - Ep199 from 2022-08-29T21:22:31

As the show approaches 200 episodes, Chris decides it is time to talk about how procrastinating. Producer Neil gives his insights as the master procrastinator as they talk about reasons why some...

Refute Negative Messages - Ep198 from 2022-08-08T09:03:17

This episode does a deep dive on one of the subtopics on implicit bias and it is how you Refute Negative Messages. As a sub headline, Chris says this is about those messages that others have giv...

Do People know how to be friends? - Ep197 from 2022-08-01T09:53:04

Instead of this show being a host/co-host conversation, Chris and Matthew get to site down as friends to discuss the question “Do People Know How to Be Friends?” They look at what it means to be...

A Debate on Drug Addiction Recovery Issues with Mr. Daniel Gasser Part 2 - Ep196 from 2022-07-26T09:54:09

We welcome to the show Daniel Gasser. He is a former drunk for over 30 years and since that time, he is working to help others that struggle with alcohol addiction. This was a fun discussion bet...

A Debate on Drug Addiction Recovery issues with Mr. Daniel Gasser Part 1- Ep195 from 2022-07-20T11:40:51

We welcome to the show Daniel Gasser. He is a former drunk for over 30 years and since that time, he is working to help others that struggle with alcohol addiction. This was a fun discussion bet...

Stop Numbing and Start Living - Ep194 from 2022-07-14T10:17:50

In today’s society where we are in a constant state of stimulation and activities, we have a problem where we get to a point of numbness. We go through our day-to-day life following our routines...

How to Break Up with Your Therapist - Ep193 from 2022-07-11T13:12:31

This episode is an unintentional wrap up of our string of shows about the therapy process. We started with what to look for in therapy, how to get the most out of therapy, and now we talk about ...

Fearless Parenting - Ep192 from 2022-07-07T10:00:40

When looking at the statement Fearless parenting, it is not about being afraid of your children but that you are fearful for your children. This could be as simple as making sure they are safe w...

Broken Heart Syndrome and the Grief Process - Ep191 from 2022-07-04T10:00

After all the episodes we have done on this show, this is the first one where we go a little deeper on the grief process with a focus on broken heart syndrome specifically. We start with what ex...

Human Beings are so “Cool” ... in the Pain that We Bear - Ep190 from 2022-06-30T16:22:12

Human beings are amazing creatures that are built to survive and thrive even under the harshest conditions, but that doesn’t mean we need to do it alone. In this episode Chris looks at what we d...

Mass Shooting Event: Two Therapist’s Discussion - Ep189 from 2022-06-13T11:11:35

What started out to be just a current topic at the beginning of the show, the discussion of the mass shooting event at the school turned into a more in-depth conversation between two therapists ...

A Danger to Marriage? Workplace and Friendships - Ep188 from 2022-06-10T09:09:39

Inside human nature there is an innate need for connections and friendships, but the question that we decided to try to tackle is, can you have a friend that is the opposite sex when married? A lot...

When Do Marital Commitments Begin? - Ep187 from 2022-05-31T12:51:18

In this show, Chris discusses the question that almost every person looking to get into a serious relationship should ask themselves, When Do Marital Commitments Begin? This question may seem si...

The Management of Stress and Life Issues - Ep186 from 2022-05-19T13:19:10

With Chris starting his speaking engagements, he wanted to go over some of the topics he covers in his presentation about the Methodical Management of the Mental Health. We start with a foundati...

How to Get the Most Out of Therapy with Melissa Enoch - Ep185 from 2022-05-11T23:28:13

As a continuation on the topic of getting the most out of therapy, Chris welcomes therapist Melissa Enoch. She has been practicing longer than Chris (by 1 year) and has been primarily focusing on m...

What is Therapy vs. Coaching - Ep184 from 2022-05-02T11:51:10

With coaching becoming a multi-billion-dollar industry, Chris talks with our resident coach Craig to look at the difference between therapy and coaching. They go through the process of working w...

Blame is Judge and Jury - Ep183 from 2022-04-25T09:00:43

In this episode, we welcome back Craig to talk about the natural human defense mechanism that is Blame. While we use is similarly to how we use rationalizing, blame is more of a way to defect th...

Why Do We Rationalize Things So Much - Ep182 from 2022-04-19T12:50:26

Have you ever been in a situation where you talk your self into justifying your actions or someone else’s? This is what it means to rationalize. Chris leads the conversion from a point of understan...

Resentments in a Marriage - Ep181 from 2022-04-11T11:37:18

In this episode, Chris and Cortney talk about one of the silent and most harmful feeling that appears in a marriage or any relationship. This show is all about resentment.

To address this...

Education’s Part in Mental Health - Ep180 from 2022-04-04T09:00:08

As a follow-up to last weeks episode talking about children with special needs, cohost Cortney finishes her month by talking about the education system and they crucial part it plays in the ment...

The Emotional Toll of Parenting Children with Special Needs - Ep179 from 2022-03-28T09:00:29

In this episode Chris brings talks to two people that have firsthand experience when it comes to what it is like for parents that have children with special needs. We have cohost Cortney who has be...

Mental Health in the Workplace: Dealing with a Difficult Boss - Ep178 from 2022-03-21T16:00

In this episode, Chris and Cortney talk about what relationships in a workplace with a focus on how you can deal with a difficult boss. They start my looking at the purpose of personality invent...

Execute your vision entrepreneurship (the lonely road) - Ep177 from 2022-03-14T09:10:55

In this episode Chris talks to fellow entrepreneur Matthew Hanks to discuss the process that a person can go through when they make that leap to start their own business. They talk about the imp...

What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder and How to Cope with It - Ep176 from 2022-03-07T17:00

In this episode Chris goes over the topic of narcissistic personality disorder. He starts by looking at what narcissism is according to the DSM, then he looks at what life looks like when you ar...

How to and what to filter for your kids - Ep175 from 2022-02-28T10:00

In this episode Chris talks about the question that most parents face when raising their children today, filtering. They start the episode by discussing what is the end goal for parents when the...

Why do we do what we do: Implicit Bias Part 2 - Ep174 from 2022-02-21T10:12:30

Welcome back to part 2 of Implicit bias and why we do what we do. In this episode Chris looks at what are some ways implicit biases can affect your positively, and what your goal should be when dea...

Why do we believe what we believe: Implicit Bias Part 1 - Ep173 from 2022-02-14T12:57:57

Have you ever had a time when your reaction to a situation did not seem to make sense? That could because of something you experienced in the past that is now engrained into your subconscious.  ...

Dating After Demise – Ep172 from 2022-02-07T10:00:51

As humans we need relationships, but sometimes they do not last forever. Kasie not only uses her therapy education and experiences to help you get through them, but she also talks about how she wor...

How to Live Wealthy: More Money More Problems. - Ep171 from 2022-01-31T10:00:50

Adding to last week’s episode about resolutions, Kasie talks about one of the 5 that most people look to change - money. Just like last time, this episode is more about the mental state behind b...

New Year, New Me? Really? - Ep170 from 2022-01-24T10:00:53

After a couple weeks, we are ready to go in 2022 with co-host and fellow therapist Kasie Morgan. Since it is a new year, she decided it was important to discuss resolutions. She starts by giving us...

The Holidays and your Mental Health - Ep169 from 2021-12-20T14:14:13

This episode Chris talks with both Adam and Neil about what the holidays mean for your mental health. They look at all the different areas of the holidays that can cause a strain. Everything fro...

Families with Addiction: An Emotional Reality Called Survivor Mode - Ep168 from 2021-12-14T13:23:12

In this episode Chris looks at the other side of addiction by talking about the family dynamic is creates and the effect is having on each person. The primary topic that he wants to look at is t...

How Does Money Affect Our Mental Health - Ep167 from 2021-12-06T13:14:56

It’s the holiday season and Chris looks at how money can affect your mental health during this time. The key discussion is what is money’s meaning to people. While it’s just an object, the type ...

Mental Health and Your Purpose - Ep166 from 2021-11-29T13:45:09

Craig takes the lead again and this time he talks about the effects of your mental health when you have a purpose. At the start of the show, he goes more in depth about the effects of nose breat...

Shame Sucks - Ep165 from 2021-11-22T13:57:33

After all the shows we have done, Chris realized he never covered the topic Shame and how much it sucks. He has talked about how it makes you feel and how you can cope with those feelings, but n...

Is Mental Toughness a Skill you Can Learn? - Ep164 from 2021-11-06T19:53:25

We welcome back Mr. Craig Graves to the show, but this time we let him lead as he talks about Mental Toughness and what you can to do build that skill. He gives us a history lesson in why he sta...

Challenge the Assumptions We Live By - Ep163 from 2021-11-01T12:03:27

In the last show with Cortney, Chris breaks down our core beliefs and how they affect us. He first covers the assumptions we carry with us and how this is the basis for Cognitive Behavior Therap...

New Dating Patterns. Move in Together or Wait. - Ep162 from 2021-10-26T13:03:37

In this episode we look at the possibility of new dating patterns today and address the question that most couples face at some point - When do we move in together? They look at the reasons why ...

Parenting the Teenager: X-Ray Goggles - Ep161 from 2021-10-18T09:00

In this episode Chris and Cortney go from hosts to parents and talk about raising their teenagers. They work through what it means to have teenagers, how the teens think, and what they are going...

Self-Acceptance and the Demon of Self-Critique - Ep160 from 2021-10-11T09:00

In this episode Chris talks Self-Acceptance with new co-host, his editor, Cortney Donelson. He then talks about the opposite of that, self-critique. This is the demon that can lead you down a pa...

Mindfulness: Complete Immersion in being PRESENT - Ep159 from 2021-10-05T12:33:01

Kasie wraps up her time as co-host by talking to Chris about the importance of being mindful and fully immersing yourself in the present. She discusses how your early live experiences influence ...

Divorce Recovery and Relationship Endings - Ep158 from 2021-09-27T09:00

Kasie continues to provide her great insight in helping building resiliency when dealing with one thing that most people have gone through and that is when a relationship ends. For a lot of peop...

Toxic Positivity: Is Good Vibes Only, the best mindset for every situation? - Ep157 from 2021-09-20T09:00

We live your lives full of positive thoughts and lifestyles, but what if we told you that might be toxic for you and your relationships. Kasie look at the mental wellbeing of those people that t...

The Twelve Steps of Recovery for All of Us - Ep156 from 2021-09-13T09:00

In this episode Chris sits down with someone familiar with the AA 12 steps program to discuss the process and how it has helped him stay sober for the last 13 years. They talk about his life bef...

Generational Stereotypes: Are We Entitled or Enlightened? - Ep155 from 2021-09-08T12:51:25

This month Kasie steps in as host and she starts by talking about Generational Stereotypes. This means Chris gets to be on the hot seat answering the hard questions. She starts by covering what ...

What Helps to make Therapy Successful or Productive - Ep154 from 2021-08-30T09:00

In this episode Chris sits down with fellow therapist Kasie to talk about what makes therapy work. They start by talking about what you should do when considering therapy and how you should pick...

Life Adjustments: After High School during Covid - Ep153 from 2021-08-23T12:03:26

In this episode Chris welcomes his oldest son and a friend to talk about the big life adjustments that happen after they graduate from high school. They look at how those changes have affected t...

Boundaries. Is Being an “open book” or a “Private Person” Good or Bad - Ep152 from 2021-08-16T11:06:42

Would you call yourself an Open Book or a Private person? In this episode Chris looks at those two personality types to discuss what that means for you and how these ties to boundaries.  He disc...

Accepting things is part of your Emotional Growth - Ep151 from 2021-08-09T09:00

In this episode Chris talks about chapter 11 in his book, Accepting Things is Part of your Emotional Growth. One of the first thing that a person will do is Deny, Deny, Deny when something is ha...

Experiences with Homelessness in America with Anne Jurchak - Ep150 from 2021-08-02T09:00

Chris welcomes in fellow therapist Anne Jurchak to sit down and discuss her experiences helping those affected by homelessness. They breakdown some of the common misconceptions for those that ar...

How do dramatic Life events affects us: Acute Stress Disorder - Ep149 from 2021-07-26T12:26:27

Have you ever had a traumatic experience and for the following 30 days you struggle with affects from it? If so, then you have acute stress disorder. Chris will call t...

Do you Speak up? Moral Courage... Revisited - Ep148 from 2021-07-19T11:39:16

In this Episode Chris revisits the topic of Moral Courage with co-host Matthew Hanks.
Would they take action if they were in a situation that could cause harm for themselves or someone clo...

Is Empty Nesting Really an Empty House - Ep147 from 2021-07-12T11:58:51

In this episode Chris welcomes our new co-host Matthew Hanks to discuss Empty Nesting. They go through what it means to have an empty nest.  Address the concern that as kids get bigger, their pr...

A Healthy Family Environment in Parenting with Nicole Berschback - Ep146 from 2021-07-05T12:55:26

In this episode, Chris starts a 2-part podcast series on a healthy family environment with Unbeatable Mind coach Nicole Berschback. They talk about the Love and Logic parenting ideology and move...

Are you Stuck... How to get out of Avoidance - Ep145 from 2021-06-28T11:28:44

In this episode the guys talk about one of the reasons why you might be stuck and that is avoidance. They start by breaking down what avoidance is. They look at why it can take hold on you. Then...

Dating in a Social Media Environment - Ep144 from 2021-06-21T11:19:39

In this episode Chris relies on co-host Adam to get more insight on what it is like using dating apps. They start the conversation by bringing up the fact that Chris’s parents met because of a n...

How to Cope with Aging Parents - Ep143 from 2021-06-14T09:00

In this episode, the guys continue the conversation about the different stages of parenting by talking about how to cope with aging parents. This stage in life is a major transition for both the...

Maintain Yourself While Parenting: The Lost Decade - Ep142 from 2021-06-07T09:00

In this episode, Chris sits down with new co-host Adam to go back and talk about the Lost Decade, the ten-year window parents go through when their kids are aged 4 to 14 years old. They talk abo...

How Hormones might affect Mental Health - Ep141 from 2021-06-02T12:16:24

In this episode, we welcome back fellow therapist Kasie Morgan to discuss the effects hormones might be having on your mental health.  They start by covering what hormones are and that there are...

Why is Change so Hard - Ep140 from 2021-05-24T12:56:07

The guys sit down to look at that old adage “The Only Constant is Change”. They talk about the reasons people struggle as they go through changes. They look at the idea that change can be good f...

Recovering from the Cult Mentality with Mrs. La Vonne Earl - Ep139 from 2021-05-17T10:15:43

After talking about what is it like to be a part of a cult, the guys welcome back La Vonne Earl to discuss the next steps that must be taken to help people that have experienced religious trauma...

Why is Borderline Personality Disorder So Misunderstood - Ep138 from 2021-05-10T11:15:01

In this episode the guys discuss the stigma around Borderline Personality Disorder and why it is so misunderstood. They talk about what it is like when you have it, and how it is similar to anot...

The Police Officer Experience and Changes with Mr. Chris Lowrance - Ep137 from 2021-05-05T09:00

The guys finish their conversation with retired police officer Mr. Chris Lowrance by talking about what needs to happen going forward. Mr. Lowrance talks about some of the changes needed in the ...

The Police Officer Experience and Improvements with Mr. Chris Lowrance - Ep136 from 2021-05-04T12:41:42

The guys continue talking to Mr. Chris Lowrance about ways that law enforcement can make improvements to their people and to the communities they serve. They wrap up the last suggestions to help...

The Police Officer Experience and Coping with Mr. Chris Lowrance - Ep135 from 2021-05-03T12:37:22

The guys start off this week discussing coping and how to handle the transition after being on the police force with Mr. Chris Lowrance. They start by talking about what an officer can do to cop...

The Police officer Experience and Support with Mr. Chris Lowrance - Ep134 from 2021-04-28T09:00

The guys now talk about life after retirement with Mr. Chris Lowrance. After almost 30 years on the force, he sees what the time on the force did to him and others he worked with. Because of tha...

The Police officer Experience and Trauma with Mr. Chris Lowrance - Ep133 from 2021-04-27T12:13:42

The guys continue their conversation with Mr. Chris Lowrance by talking about what it was like as a police officer and the trauma they go through. Mr. Lowrance opens up about situations that aff...

The Police officer Experience with Mr. Chris Lowrance - Ep132 from 2021-04-26T12:35:56

The guys sit down with recently retired police officer Chris Lowrance. They talk about who Mr. Lowrance is, what got him into Law Enforcement, and what it was like working as a police officer. T...

ADD: Daily behavior... When you are an Adult - Ep131 from 2021-04-21T09:00

The guys wrap up the week talking about the Daily Behavior of Adults with ADD. When an Adult has ADD, the world will view them differently then when they were children. They look at what persona...

ADD: Daily behavior... When you are a Kid - Ep130 from 2021-04-20T09:00

The guys continue talking about the Daily Behavior of someone with ADD. This episode they focus on what that looks like when a kid has it. They go over what behaviors can be expected. What could...

ADD: Daily behavior... Is this you possibly - Ep129 from 2021-04-19T09:00

This week the guys go back to the subject of Attention Deficit Disorder or ADD and how it plays a part in a person’s daily behavior. They talk about the different types of ADD, how it affects pe...

Contempt, a Bad Marriage Behavior: Gottman’s Four Horsemen – Ep128 from 2021-03-31T09:00

The guys wrap up the discussion about Gottman’s four horseman of bad behaviors in a marriage by covering Contempt. Usually when this horseman arrives, it is after a long time of hurt for one or ...

Defensiveness and Stonewalling, Bad Marriage Behaviors: Gottman’s Four Horsemen – Ep127 from 2021-03-30T11:25:59

The guys continue to talk about bad behaviors in marriage by going over defensiveness and stonewalling. When working on keeping a healthy relationship or trying to improve an already strained on...

Criticism, a Bad Marriage Behavior: Gottman’s Four Horsemen - Ep126 from 2021-03-29T10:39:56

After going over the Golden Circle of Marriage last week, the guys look at bad behaviors of marriage by talking about Gottman’s Four Horsemen of Marriage. This episode introduces criticism, defe...

The Golden Circle of Marriage: Receive – Ep125 from 2021-03-25T09:00

The guys close the Golden Circle of Marriage talking about Receiving. As the final piece in a good marriage relationship, receiving shows that you are accepting your partner as they express and ...

The Golden Circle of Marriage: Express and Convey – Ep124 from 2021-03-24T13:39:02

The guys continue around the Golden Circle of Marriage by discussing what it means to Express and Convey in a marriage. They go over how each person expresses themselves differently depending on...

The Golden Circle of Marriage: Acceptance – Ep123 from 2021-03-23T09:47:59

The guys open the new podcast format by discussing the Golden Circle of Marriage. The first part of the circle is acceptance of your Spouse. You would think that it would be easy to accept someo...

What can parents DO ... Actions folks - Ep122 from 2021-03-17T14:54:04

In this episode the guys recap that last two episodes about parenting and spoiled children. They provide action steps you can follow to help you with your parenting and help raise children that ...

What does it really mean to be a spoiled child - Ep121 from 2021-03-17T14:04:41

In this episode the guys sit down to discuss what a spoiled child really is. You have seen them at stores and playgrounds throwing tantrums and making a scene. Does that mean that all those kids...

Hopelessness and Helplessness in Parenting - Ep120 from 2021-02-24T10:00

In this episode the guys sit down together and talk about the hopelessness and helplessness that you might go through when parenting. Today the pressure from social media and society can cause a...

Corporate and CEO anxiety fear and doubts with Tom Dutta Part II - Ep119 from 2021-02-17T10:00

In this episode, the guys welcome back Tom Dutta, The Quiet Warrior. After a great 1st episode, Chris and Craig took up Tom’s invitation to come back on the show as he dives in further about the...

Corporate and CEO anxiety fear and doubts with Tom Dutta - Ep118 from 2021-02-10T11:48:19

In this show the guys talk CEO mental health and anxiety with Tom Dutta, CEO, business leader and #1 international best seller. He brings his expertise with mental health and relationship in cor...

All about Cults. A Dangerous Form of Religious Practices with La Vonne Earl - Ep117 from 2021-02-03T10:00

In this episode the guys invited La Vonne Earl to the show.  La Vonne is a life coach at YKI coaching who specializes in helping people with Religious trauma recovery.  She shares her experience...

Psychedelic Treatment for Mental Health with Dr. Chepke, MD, FAPA, Part II - Ep116 from 2021-01-27T10:00

In part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Craig Chepke the guys continue the discussion on Ketamine as a treatment for depression.

Dr. Chepke takes a holistic approach to mental health inclu...

Psychedelic Treatment for Mental Health with Dr. Chepke, MD, FAPA, Part I - Ep115 from 2021-01-20T10:00

In this fascinating conversation the guys talk to Dr. Craig Chepke.  Dr. Chepke takes a holistic approach to mental health including psychotherapeutic interventions, physical health and wellness...

Holistic Alternative Energy Medicine and Consciousness Coaching with Casey Stevens MS, MFT, CCHt, MCC - Ep114 from 2021-01-14T19:54:23

Continuing the theme of Hope, the guys bring in Casey Stevens to talk about healing. She is a highly trained traditional therapist that incorporates many non-traditional practices that she uses ...

2020 Hope Created, Yes it is Possible - Ep113 from 2021-01-08T12:56:45

After a rough 2020, the guys sit down to discuss 2021 with a focus on Hope. They look at what it Hope really is. How to create a sense of hopefulness. What you can do to maintain that sense of h...

It happened to me: A Close Examination of How You Can Be Deceived in Dating with Kasie Morgan - Ep112 from 2020-12-24T11:48:05

Kasie Morgan is the newest member of Chris’s practice and she sits down with the guys to discuss her experience with an abusive relationship. We talk about the cycle an abusive relationship can ...

One Man’s Journey with Drug Trafficking and Addiction with Aaron Garcia - Ep111 from 2020-12-16T11:35:19

Aaron Garcia was not raised in a broken family, but a decision one night changed his life that would send him down the path of drug addiction and trafficking. Aaron talks with the guys about the...

Abandonment / Sexual Trauma and Recovery with Leslie Nafus - Ep110 from 2020-12-09T12:07:36

Leslie Nafus is a #1 Amazon International Best Selling author, professional copywriter, coach, speaker, wife, mom and lifelong entrepreneur who helps women & men become better entrepreneurs by t...

How to talk to a loved one who has been traumatized: especially sexual - Ep109 from 2020-12-03T09:32:56

If your spouse or a loved one has experienced trauma in the past how to you talk to them about it?

In this episode Chris lays out the do’s and don'ts of having these discussions.  He take...

Mental Health Treatment in the V.A. Soldiers not effectively treated. - Ep108 from 2020-11-30T13:30:36

Veteran suicide is a huge problem.  Some studies say as many as 22 vets per day are taking their own lives.

In this episode the guys talk about the issue and encourage veterans who need h...

Social Dilemma Movie Review. Social Media a Mental Health Downfall? - Ep107 from 2020-11-18T18:39:48

We've done a few shows on Social Media and Mental Health but we do something a little different here.  Chris and Craig started this show, stopped it, watched the "The Social Dilemma" on Netflix,...

When you feel the urge to take action, do so. Dwelling on things tends to create anxiety. - Ep106 from 2020-11-11T10:11:46

In this episode we talk about Chapter 19 in Chris’s upcoming book.  Chapter 19 is on Taking Action!

Taking action has tons of benefits for our mental health while not taking action or pro...

Being Single / Dating and your Mental Health with Trish Murray - Ep105 from 2020-11-04T11:10:14

Join us in welcoming Trish Murray to the show to talk about being single.  Trish has never been married and talks about her experience with being single and how it’s changed over the years.

The Election 2020 and your Mental Health - Ep104 from 2020-10-28T10:56:08

Election Anxiety! No that’s not a diagnosable condition but a lot of people are experiencing anxiety, fear, anger, and a lot of emotions because of the election.

In this episode the guys ...

Is Pornography Good or Bad for Mental Health - Ep103 from 2020-10-21T10:09:39

If you’ve listened to our show you have heard Chris talk about the dangers of sex and porn addictions.  We’ve done two shows with Joshua Shea who shared his experiences with porn and sex addicti...

Managing Expectations in Marriage - Ep102 from 2020-10-14T09:55:02

Now that we are clear on EFT (listen to the last show) we can start building on that to solidify our marriages.

In this episode we talk about Managing Expectations in Marriage.  We all ha...

The Fundamentals of Marriage Therapy, EFT,&Episode 11 Revisit and Redo - Ep101 from 2020-10-07T09:24:24

One of our most popular episodes was Episode #11 on EFT and Marriage Counseling.

In this episode the guys revisit the topic and talk about Abandonment and Engulfment, the two traits that ...

Episode #100 - Equipping the Police to Better Serve the Community from 2020-09-30T09:00

The term “Defunding the Police” has become a political hotbed in recent weeks and months.  Some say it means just that, taking money from police and reducing the force. Others say it means reall...

Episode #99 - Equipping the Police ... Defunding Reframed with Carole Shrader from 2020-09-23T09:00

The term “Defunding the Police” has become a political hotbed in recent weeks and months.  Some say it means just that, taking money from police and reducing the force. Others say it means reall...

Episode #98 - Balanced Eating, Nutrition and Mental Health with Claire Thetford, PA – S from 2020-09-16T10:10:37

In this episode we invite Clair Thetford to the show to talk about Nutrition and Mental Health.  How do the foods we eat effect our mental state?

We talk about carbs, fats, micronutrients...

Episode #97 - Burnout: Let’s Avoid This from 2020-09-09T09:00

Burnout is defined as a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.  Burnout is common especially in the trying times we are in at the present m...

Episode #96 - All About Mental Health Strategies from 2020-09-02T09:55:54

People spend hours working on their physical health.  But did you know your Mental Health can be worked just like a muscle?

In this episode the guys talk about building Mental Health usin...

Episode #95 - Marc and Cortney's Story: Forgiveness After Betrayal from 2020-08-26T09:00

The guys welcome Cortney and Marc Donelson back to the show to discuss forgiveness in marriage.

They are a happily married couple for 21 years, but Marc had an addiction that he was deali...

Episode #94 - Letting Go... of Fear and other emotional barriers, with Janice Holly Booth from 2020-08-19T09:00

Janice Holly Booth is a National Geographic author who chronicled her solo adventure travels in a book called “Only Pack What You Can Carry.”

In this episode she joins the guys and shares...

Episode #93 - Racism in a Mental Health Context with Scotty Reid Part 2 from 2020-08-12T12:52:45

The guys continue onto part 2 talking to Scotty Reid about Racism and look for answers to stop it. 

 After discussing some current events in our town with a Confederate Soldier monument a...

Episode #92 - Racism in a Mental Health Context with Scotty Reid Part 1 from 2020-08-04T23:59:52

The guys are back after a little break and they invite Scotty Reid to the show to talk about Racism. 

There are some things going on in the local community that relate directly to the rac...

Episode #91 - Live at a Protest, Covid Summary, and Introduction of Neil from 2020-06-23T01:22:50

We have a new teammate at Through a Therapist’s Eyes and in this show we introduce him. Neil will be more of a behind the scenes guy to help us increase our reach. Look for some changes coming t...

Episode #90 - The National Corona Virus Senior Long Term Care Plight with Mr.Richard Danford from 2020-06-10T09:00

48% of COVID-19 deaths were in nursing homes. A nursing home in Washington was hit very early in the US. Bodies of the dead were found in a nursing home. You may have heard bits and pieces of ne...

Episode #89 - Epidemic related issues with Inpatient Care with Mrs. Mandy Baker, BRC Recovery from 2020-06-03T09:00

COVID-19 has created a situation where we need to social distance. But how do you social distance and protect patients in Inpatient Recovery Facilities?

In this episode we talk to M...

Episode #88 - Kids, Sports, and the Coronavirus from 2020-05-28T01:48:46

The Coronavirus lockdown has created many challenges in our lives and especially in the lives of our kids.

Chris shares his thoughts on the impact it's having on our children, their socia...

Episode #87 - Marriage and Quarantine with Marc and Courtney Donelson from 2020-05-21T17:34:19

In this episode we welcome Marc and Courtney Donelson.

Marc and Courtney have been married for 21 years, have two children, and they are marriage mentors through The Basic Idea Ministry b...

Episode #86 - Working From Home and Mental Health from 2020-05-13T09:00

A lot of people are working from home due to the Coronavirus lockdown. In a recent survey 35% of respondents reported that working from home has had a negative impact on their mental health.

Episode #85 - Pornography and the Coronavirus with Joshua Shea from 2020-05-06T12:00

Joshua Shea becomes our first repeat guest.

Joshua was on earlier to talk about pornography and sex addiction, and he joins us this time to talk about pornography and the coronavirus.

Episode #84 - Private Investigations and Mental Health with Thomas Martin from 2020-05-04T17:33:59

In this episode the guys continue the conversation with Thomas Martin. Tom has been a Private Investigator since the early 80's when he retired from federal law enforcement.

We talk with ...

Episode #83 - Sex Trafficking with Thomas Martin from 2020-04-22T18:17:28

Thomas G. Martin represented the US DOJ in 50 foreign countries and the USA. After retiring he founded Martin Investigative Services and now employs 22 former federal agents.

In this epis...

Episode #82 - Mass Media and Mental Health with Roger Sarrow from 2020-04-14T20:25:24

In this episode we sit down with Roger Sarrow to talk about mass media. Roger spent a long career in various forms of media at various levels.

We talk with Roger about deregulation, news ...

Episode #81 - Domestic Violence and Discrimination with Estelle California from 2020-04-03T15:18:28

In this episode we talk with singer, songwriter Estelle California.

She was a victim Domestic Violence and Discrimination while in France: born and raised… has dealt with the effects of b...

Episode #80 - A Mother and her Son and Addiction with Lynda Hacker from 2020-03-26T01:09:43

In our 80th episode Chris talks with mother and author of "Weight of a Feather - A Mother’s Journey Through the Opiate Addiction Crisis" Lynda Hacker.

Tune into to see a mother, son, and ...

Episode #79 - Coronavirus and Mental Health from 2020-03-19T18:50:18

In this episode the guys talk about how the Coronavirus Pandemic is affecting mental health and how to ease your concerns.

Tune in to see Coronavirus Through a Therapist's Eyes!

Episode #78 - Chris' Personal Story: The Business of Dying from 2020-03-05T01:43:30

This episode is a personal story from Chris. His sister unexpectedly passed away last week. In this episode we bring on a special guest who shares his own experiences with death.

Episode #77 - What is a Nervous Breakdown from 2020-02-29T01:21:51

Have you ever heard of someone having a "Nervous Breakdown"? Do you know what a "Nervous Breakdown" is? Is it a real mental health condition?

In this episode the guys talk about and defin...

Episode #76 - All about Managed Care Insurance Companies from 2020-02-21T19:56

In this episode the guys welcome DW from Metrolina Psychotherapy Associates to talk about Managed Care and Insurance.

I know that sounds like a dull topic but DW has forgotten more about ...

Episode #75 - Not so “Functional Alcoholic” from 2020-02-12T18:54

In our first listener request for a specific show we talk about 'Functional Alcoholism'.

Some people seem to be just fine even though they abuse alcohol. Experts call these people 'functi...

Episode #74 - Why Do We Need Close Friendships? from 2020-01-29T22:44:03

In this episode Chris and Craig go deeper on friendship types (acquaintances, fun friends, good friends, and best friend and intimate relationships) and why we need each of them.

Why do w...

Episode #73 - The Bombardment of Bad Messages from the World from 2020-01-27T02:02:39

Is it true that people feel bad? Chris believes generally as a part of the human condition, which insecurity reins, people get into themselves and do generally feel bad. There is a long list of ...

Episode #72 - Fear, Our Friend or Foe? from 2020-01-15T13:00

Fear is a feeling induced by perceived danger or threat that occurs in certain types of organisms, which causes a change in metabolic and organ functions and ultimately a change in behavior, suc...

Episode #71 - Parent Guilt: An Epidemic from 2020-01-08T20:13:18

An epidemic is defined as a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time. Chris believes that parent guilty is at epidemic proportions and sees it a lot in his...

Episode #70 - Asperger's Syndrome vs Autism Spectrum from 2020-01-01T13:00

Asperger's Disorder is no longer a diagnosable condition. It's now categorized as being on the Autism Spectrum.

But is Asperger's a form of Autism?

In this episode Chris talks ab...

Episode #69 - How to Create Hopefulness from 2019-12-26T22:00:17

Hopefulness!! What is it? Why do we need it? Why is it important? What happens to our mental health when we don't have it? And most importantly, if we don't have it how do we get or create it?...

Episode #68 - Four Common Characteristics of Mass Shooters from 2019-12-18T13:00

In this episode Chris and Craig review an article that found four common characteristics among all Mass Shooters since 1966. The article is based on the largest study ever funded by the US Governme...

Episode #67 - Physical Exercise and Mental Health with Dr. Denny Morrison from 2019-12-11T13:00

Dr. Dennis Morrison is a private consultant and Chief Clinical Advisor for Netsmart Technologies. He holds two Masters degrees in Psychology and Exercise Physiology from Ball State University. His ...

Episode #66 - Porn and Sex Addictions with Joshua Shea Part 2 from 2019-12-04T13:00

Joshua Shea is a recovering porn addict and the author of "The Addiction Nobody Will Talk About: How I Let My Pornography Addiction Hurt People and Destroy Relationships". His next book, "He’s a Po...

Episode #65 - Porn and Sex Addictions with Joshua Shea Part 1 from 2019-11-27T13:00

Joshua Shea is a recovering porn addict and the author of "The Addiction Nobody Will Talk About: How I Let My Pornography Addiction Hurt People and Destroy Relationships". His next book, "He’s a Po...

Episode #64 - Addiction and Family Dynamics from 2019-11-21T19:39:57

In this episode we talk about how addiction affects family dynamics. What do you do if someone you love or one of your children have addiction issues?

Tune in to see Addiction and Family ...

Episode #63 - Stuck Spots: What are they and how to get out! from 2019-11-15T00:18:55

Many of Chris's clients say they are stuck! But what does it mean to be stuck?

Chris defines "stuck spots" as, “a horrible emotional place where emotions just sit inside of us, like the m...

Episode #62 - Martial Arts, Sports Psychology, and Police Training with Shawn McGinnis Part 2 from 2019-10-30T22:34:39

In this episode the guys continue the conversation with Craig's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor talking Martial Arts, Sports Psychology, Police Training, and how it all relates to Mental Health.
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Episode #61 - Martial Arts, Sports Psychology, and Police Training with Shawn McGinnis Part 1 from 2019-10-17T21:08:41

In this episode the guys sit down with Craig's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor to talk Martial Arts, Sports Psychology, Police Training, and how it all relates to Mental Health.

Shawn McGin...

Episode #60 - Problem Solving Skills: Applying Tacit Knowledge from 2019-10-09T20:00:43

In our last two episodes we learned about Tacit Knowledge and in this episode we are going to talk about applying it in problem solving situations.

We cover what problems are; when you app...

Are We Born Addicts? from 2019-10-07T20:00:56

In this outtake from Episode #8 we talk about the Minnesota Model of Addiction which basically states that some people are born addicts.

Craig and Chris talked about this concept on severa...

Episode #59 - Tacit Knowledge with Dr. Ted Spickler Part 2 from 2019-10-03T11:35:08

In part 2 we continue the conversation with Dr. Spickler about Tacit Knowledge and different styles of learning.

Dr. Ted Spickler wrote a book on the subject, Gaining Insight Through Tacit...

Is Craig Calmer? from 2019-10-01T02:49:57

This short of the podcast is a little different.  This one is a conversation Chris and Craig had during a sound check that turned into a relevant conversation.

Chris made an observation th...

Episode #58 - Tacit Knowledge with Dr. Ted Spickler from 2019-09-25T18:50:15

In this episode, we explore Tacit Knowledge and different styles of learning.

Dr. Ted Spickler wrote a book on the subject, Gaining Insight Through Tacit Knowledge, and on the show he sha...

How to Manage a Panic Attack from 2019-09-24T16:48:02

In this short from Episode #5 on Mindfulness Chris shares a process to use Mindfulness to help if you are having a panic attack.

Episode #57 - The Nuthouse: Breaking Down Inpatient Stay Stereotypes from 2019-09-18T12:00

As we quickly learned while recording this show there can be some very negative stereotypes concerning inpatient hospital stays for mental health issues.

In this episode Chris breaks down ...

Episode #56 - Sports Gaming and Addiction Issues from 2019-09-12T17:22:24

In this episode we go back to the subject of Addiction and talk Gaming!

Many factors can contribute to a gambling addiction, including desperation for money, the desire to experience thril...

Mindfulness and the Concept of Time from 2019-09-09T20:11:10

In this short we go way back to Episode #5 on Mindfulness. Chris talks about the concepts of time and talks about where our focus should be!

Tune in to learn more about Mindfulness and the...

Episode #55 - The Keto Diet and Depression with Dana Fatic from 2019-09-04T12:00

Dana Fatic has struggled with Depression since she was 14 years old. After after having a baby at 44 she decided to try a low carb diet to lose the baby weight and much to her surprise she noticed ...

Simple and Complex Trauma and PTSD from 2019-09-02T19:22:06

This short comes from Episode #4 on Compound Trauma.  It's a great overview of Simple and Complex Trauma and Chris talks about PTSD and who may suffer from it.

When we think about PTSD, we...

Episode #54 - Your Emotions Are Lying To You; Or Are They? from 2019-08-28T17:39:51

In this episode Chris and Craig talk about emotions. Emotions are something we all obviously have and emotions can adversely effect the decisions we make and the thing we tell ourselves about ourse...

How to Redirect Negative Emotions from 2019-08-27T00:51:18

We've talked about the book "Unbeatable Mind" and we've shared Commander Divine's process to change negative thinking to positive thinking but we haven't talked about changing negative emotions. Listen

Episode #53 - Current Events In Our World and on Our Show! from 2019-08-21T21:31:07

The other day Chris sat down to read the local newspaper and story after story related to mental health issues, many of which we've talked about on our show:

- Service Dogs
- Sexual ...

How Can I Be Happy and Content? from 2019-08-19T19:30:48

In this outtake from Episode #2 - The Elusive Mental Health Goal of Contentment Chris talks about where we find Happiness and Contentment and how to be more Happy and Content!

Episode #52 - A Beautiful Mind: Schizophrenia Review from 2019-08-14T21:46:12

People with Schizophrenia have symptoms such as: delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, they can be grossly disorganized or catatonic, and they can be numb or sort of expressionless.
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Stop A Bully/Conflict Resolution from 2019-08-12T22:29:53

In this short Chris outlines three steps to Stop A Bully.  This process can also be used to stop arguments and deescalate any situations including family, business, friendships, etc.

Episode #51 - Imposter Syndrome: Does It Really Exist? from 2019-08-07T20:47:29

Have you ever felt like an imposter?

Imposter is a psychological term referring to a pattern of behavior where people doubt their accomplishments and have a persistent, often internalized ...

What To Do If You Think Someone Is a Mass Shooter from 2019-08-05T22:54:41

In this outtake from Episode #6 the guys discuss what to do if you think someone may be planning a mass shooting or an act of violence? It might seem pretty straight forward but not so fast!

Episode #50 - Service Dogs with John and Joy Pope from 2019-07-31T12:00

In this episode the guys have a fascinating conversation with John and Joy Pope, and Bob! Bob is Joy's service dog and we actually got to see Bob in action during show.

The Pope's tell us...

How to make Friends from 2019-07-29T16:16:55

This short episode is a segment from Episode #21 on Friendship. Chris's quote from Episode #21 is "Friendship is the Antidote to Loneliness" and this segment specifically talks about how to make ne...

Episode #49 - Loneliness Has Become an Epidemic from 2019-07-24T12:00

Loneliness has become an Epidemic and in this episode Chris dives into the subject!

- What is Loneliness?
- Does Social Media help or make us more lonely?
- Is it as deadly as smok...

Mass Shootings! Are Violent Video Games the Cause? from 2019-07-22T14:00

In Episode #43 we talked to Dr. Paul Weigle about screen time and video game addiction in children.

Dr. Weigle is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and Associate Medical Director at Natc...

Episode #48 - Marriage and the Primitive Brain from 2019-07-17T14:00

In this outtake from Episode #11 Chris summarizes Abandonment and Engulfment and how it's influenced by our Primitive Brain.

We've done complete shows on Abandonment and Engulfment but thi...

Negative Thinking and Redirecting Thought Patterns from 2019-07-15T14:00

In this short outtake from Episode #36 on the book "Unbeatable Mind" Craig and Chris talk about why most people default to negative thought patterns and they discuss a process to redirect negative ...

Episode #47 - Attention Deficit Disorder; Do We All Have It? from 2019-07-10T14:00

In followup to our last two shows with Gwen Wild we do a deeper dive into Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD).

What is ADD? Does everyone have it?
Is it only a childhood disorder?
D...

Episode #46 - Neurology of the Brain and Effects in our life with Gwen Wild, MOT, OTR/L Part 2 from 2019-07-03T18:26:32

Gwen Wild is an experienced Occupational Therapist specializing in the treatment of children and adolescents diagnosed with autism and sensory processing disorders. She is the owner of Sensational ...

Episode #45 - Neurology of the Brain and Effects in our life with Gwen Wild, MOT, OTR/L from 2019-06-26T14:00

Gwen Wild is an experienced Occupational Therapist specializing in the treatment of children and adolescents diagnosed with autism and sensory processing disorders. She is the owner of Sensational ...

Should I Be Worried About Retirement? from 2019-06-20T19:49:17

In this outtake from our episode on "Finances and Mental Health" Craig shares his thoughts on Retirement. Should you be worried about Retirement? Is retirement a must?

As it turns out Ret...

Episode #44 - Finances and Mental Health from 2019-06-19T14:00

To say that Finances can be stressful is an understatement!

People with debt are three times more likely to have a mental health issue like anxiety or depression; financial problems are th...

Episode #43 - Screen Time for Kids and Gaming Addiction with Dr. Paul Weigle from 2019-06-12T14:00

Dr. Paul Weigle is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and Associate Medical Director at Natchaug Hospital of Hartford Healthcare in Connecticut where he serves as Medical Staff President.

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Episode #42 - Engulfment Insecurity Fear - How we attach and act in relationships from 2019-06-05T14:00

In Episode 11 on marriage Chris introduced the concepts of Abandonment and Engulfment.

He believes that understanding these concepts is key to success in any relationship; marriage, dating...

Episode #41 - Abandonment Insecurity Fear - How we attach and act in relationships from 2019-05-29T15:48:39

Want better relationships?

In Episode 11 on marriage Chris introduced the concepts of Abandonment and Engulfment.

He believes that understanding these concepts is key to success i...

Episode #40 - Conflict Resolution and Mental Health from 2019-05-22T19:48:39

Conflict! We experience it in all of our relationships; marriage, dating, parenting, business, friends. You may think that it's best to avoid conflict but is that true?

In this episode the...

Episode #39 - Parenting and Social Media from 2019-05-16T15:43:23

We've done shows on parenting and we've done shows on social media but in this show we talk about the affects of social media on parenting. Parenting is hard enough but adding the complexities of s...

Episode #38 - Fraud, Scams, and Mental Health from 2019-05-09T15:30:30

In this weeks show we talk about how fraud and scams can affect your mental health from a real world example. The example comes from none other than our beloved host.  

Chris was recently ...

Episode #37 - Stephanie Fast; An Amazing Story of Survival and Recovery from 2019-05-01T14:00

Stephanie Fast was born in South Korea. When she was four years old her mother abandoned her in a train station. She survived on the streets for many years before she was eventually adopted by miss...

Episode #36 - Forging Mental Toughness; Unbeatable Mind Book Review from 2019-04-24T14:00

Some of us spend hours in the gym working on our strengthening our bodies. But what if we told you the mind is like a muscle can be strengthened with practice and 'exercise'?

In this epido...

Episode #35 - Does Social Media and Cell Phones affect Mental Health? from 2019-04-17T23:09:39

On this show we talk about how social media and cell phones affect mental health.

Can social media be an addiction? What are the affects on anxiety, depression, loneliness, and 'the fear o...

Episode #34 - Parenting Relationships with David Shaw from 2019-04-10T20:23:26

David Shaw has a unique view of parenting. He's been married three times and has had children in each relationship.

His first daughter was adopted and out of David's life for sixteen years...