Appreciating the Introvert
When you’re at a party, you may notice how people are always drawn to the extroverts. But what about the introverts? We talk to experts about the qualities that make more introverted people great, too.
Domestic Violence: How It Happens and How to Stop It (2018)
Domestic abuse is something many women and men will experience in their lives. We talk to two psychologists familiar with the subject about what victims can do to remove themselves from the abuse and how being a witness to or a victim of abuse affects the intimate relationship, children, and the family dynamic.
The Value of Grit (2018)
We talk to an expert about grit, the intangible "thing" that encompasses someone's passion and perseverance, and how it encourages a person to pursue their goals.
Processing Unimaginable Grief (2018)
Grief is apart of the human experience, but that doesn’t make it any easier. Author Tom Malmquist talks about how we processed his grief through writing, and the hope he finds in raising his daughter.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: A Debilitating and Misunderstood Malady
David Adam, a reporter and author who has lived with OCD for almost 20 years, explains his disorder and clear up some common misconceptions about the debilitating disorder.
Stutters, Stammers, and Vocal Blunders (2017)
If you’ve had to speak in public, you know the nerves that come with public speaking. We explore where vocal blunders come from and what they might mean.
Culture Crash: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and John Green’s “Turtles All The Way Down”
John Green's latest book, Turtles All The Way Down chronicles the life of a teen with OCD. The book offers a great story and pulls back the curtain on a misunderstood mental disorder.
Narcissism: The manipulative, selfish disorder
We talk about narcissism and tips for people who feel they’re drowning in the orbit of a true narcissist.
The Pursuit of Happiness (2017)
Two experts talk about how to overcome fears, withstand constant change, and feel more happiness in our everyday lives.
The “Voices in Our Heads” (2017)
We dive into the science behind self-talk and how the voices in our head can be used in a productive manner to help us accomplish our goals.
Finding Happiness
We explore the science behind happiness, how our brain achieves the elusive emotion, and how it all depends on who you are and where you are.
Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking (2017)
Our guests discuss the fear of public speaking and offer advice on how to create, prepare for and deliver a speech with confidence.
Potter Therapy: How the Harry Potter series is being used to help treat PTSD and depression (2017)
Elements of the Harry Potter series such as dementors and patronuses can be viewed symbolically as representative of the struggle of good versus evil. Many readers connect emotionally to Harry’s loss, struggle, and battle to fight his own demons. Clinical therapist Dr. Janina Scarlet builds on this connection by using superheroes, witches and wizards to help …
Domestic Violence: How It Happens and How We Can Try to Stop It (2017)
Two psychologists familiar discuss what victims can do to remove themselves from the abuse and how being a witness to or a victim of abuse affects the the family dynamic.
Beating a Mental Health Crisis: One couple’s journey through the psych ward
One morning without warning, Giulia Lukach experienced a psychotic break. We talk to her husband Mark about the couple's journey.
Culture Crash: Logic’s 1-800-273-8255
Rapper Logic’s song “1-800-273-8255” is a mental health anthem, designed to help suicidal listeners realize the value of their lives.
Life in the Shadow of the Columbine High School Shooting (2017)
Sue Klebold talks about her story and the mental health messages she wants every American to know.
Dealing With Holiday Stress
Two stress specialists provide tips and tricks to help you calm down a bit during this hectic time of year and also prevent undue stress at other times.
Using the “Voices in Your Head” (2016)
Experts tell us the “voices in your head” can be used to talk to, and about, yourself in a healthy, productive way.
Emotional Agility
Developing “emotional agility” to deal with the thoughts, emotions and the stories we have in our lives.
Servitude and Salvation for Intellectually-Challenged Men (2016)
New York Times reporter Dan Barry discusses his latest book about a tragic situation in 1974 where mentally challenged men were pressed into servitude.
Financial Anxiety: What it is and how to alleviate it
A new survey shows that many Americans are suffering from “financial anxiety” and it’s affecting their health and happiness.
Grit: The passion and perseverance to succeed (2016)
We discuss how grit, passion, hope and perseverance all play into the ability for some individuals to keep on course and accomplish great things.
Public Speaking: It doesn’t have to be a scary, anxious situation (2016)
Speaking in public can be a very anxiety-producing experience, but why? And how can we remove some of that anxiety and do a better job in front of an audience? Our guests discuss the fear of public speaking and offer advice on how to create, prepare for and deliver a speech with confidence.
