The Great Digital Detox: From Distraction to Higher Purpose.
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Do you ever feel drained and constantly distracted by your digital devices? In a world of notifications, social media, and endless emails, it's easy to lose focus on what matters most—your relationships, your peace, and your personal purpose. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Brian Bovee, a seasoned tech expert and professor at California Baptist University, to explore how the "attention economy" is designed to hijack our focus. Brian shares his personal journey from a distracted life to a deeply purposeful one, guided by his book, The Focused Faith. He provides powerful, intentional...
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From conflict to connection: why couples therapy matters
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Are conflicts and growing emotional distance leaving you feeling exhausted and disconnected from your partner? Many couples find themselves in a cycle of frustration, where misunderstandings and unresolved arguments create a gap that feels impossible to close. You might be wondering if it's possible to restore the connection you once cherished. In this episode, we talk with Arkadiy Volkov, a registered psychotherapist and founder of Feel Your Way Therapy. Arkadiy, who specializes in couples therapy, shares his unique insights on how to move "From Conflict to Connection."Drawing on his...
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Navigating life’s storms with art therapy
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My new episode features Adriana Marchione, a celebrated movement-based expressive arts therapist and educator. The discussion is for anyone grappling with deep feelings of sadness, despair, or grief, whether due to personal loss, health issues, or general life struggles. We will challenge the common reactions of sinking into depression or numbing pain with substances, suggesting a zero-cost alternative: nature and art therapy. Adriana shares her powerful personal story of overcoming addiction and the profound grief of losing both her husband and father. She explains how she used...
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Unraveling dyslexia
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Unraveling dyslexia Have you ever felt a persistent sense of being out of sync, easily distracted, or struggled with organization and planning, even if your career seemed to flourish? In this insightful second part of our conversation, we delve into Jonathan Kemp's remarkable journey through undiagnosed dyslexia. Every person experiences dyslexia in a different way and it’s important to recognize that each person will find a different way of dealing with it. As for Jonathan, despite a distinguished career spanning law enforcement, entrepreneurship, and academia, he battled a persistent sense...
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AI: Tool or Temptation? A spiritual view
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In the evolving debate about Artificial Intelligence, where do you stand: are you a "doomer" or a "bloomer"? Is AI merely a tool, or something more akin to an intelligence that subtly shifts our perception of ourselves? This episode unpacks the profound implications of our growing reliance on AI chatbots. Our guest, Abdu Murray—an attorney, psychologist, author, and minister—sheds crucial light on the escalating dangers of AI, particularly for young minds. He reveals how AI, designed to please, often confirms biases without challenge, even to the point of encouraging self-harm or,...
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Finding peace of mind - despite depression, dyslexia and bipolar
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In this episode, we delve into a profound and often unseen battle with our guest, Jonathan Kemp. Despite being born into a world of privilege, Jonathan's early life was shaped by an inner struggle he couldn't name, leading him to believe he was never quite good enough. ‘Work harder!’- He was told. But it wasn’t that easy! Join us as he shares his journey of living with undiagnosed bipolar disorder, depression, and dyslexia, and how these invisible challenges impacted his life and career. This conversation offers a gentle yet powerful exploration of resilience,...
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Beat OCD with radical bravery
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OCD can ruin your life if you start living in avoidance and if you believe that all your catastrophic thoughts are the truth. Guilt, shame, embarrassment follow as OCD takes a grip of every aspect of your life and you limit your action in fear of feeling terrible. It seems to be impossible to get out of this powerful grip, but there’s more than one way through the darkness of OCD, and it starts with a single step. Join us as we explore the principles of Radical Bravery with insights from Renee Zukin's journey, learning how to take action and live your best life, even with OCD. ...
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AI & Your Health: The Future of Personalized Medical Care
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Are you tired of the endless frustrations of navigating our complex medical system? Has your condition become chronic because you are unsure on how to navigate it and your doctor has only limited time for consultations? Do you feel like your doctors are overworked, and personalized care is a distant dream? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this episode is for you. We are diving deep into a revolutionary approach to healthcare that promises to make medical care more wholesome, personalized, and truly focused on you. Join me and health tech expert Shaji Nair, as we discover how...
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Shape your AI future
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Are we on the brink of an AI revolution that could reshape our lives in unimaginable ways? Are we worrying about losing our jobs and ways of going things as usual? This is a very real concern that can affect our emotional well being. This week, we sit down with Kristof Horompoly, Head of AI Risk Management at ValidMind and former Head of Responsible AI for JP Morgan Chase, to tackle the biggest questions surrounding artificial intelligence. Kristof, with his deep expertise in the field, helps us navigate the promises and perils of AI. We explore a profound paradox: what if AI could unlock new...
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AI Mastery for the Seasoned Mind.
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Are you a seasoned human aged 60 plus and and feeling a bit overwhelmed by the rapid pace of new technology, especially AI? Perhaps you've even watched videos suggesting that Artificial Intelligence might soon wipe away humanity, leaving you with a sense that this is the end. Rest assured, those anxieties are common, and this episode is designed to help you navigate them. We'll dive into your biggest concerns, from worries about losing control and the sheer complexity of new tech, to very real fears about losing privacy and the increasing risks of security threats like deepfakes. I am...
info_outlineOCD can ruin your life if you start living in avoidance and if you believe that all your catastrophic thoughts are the truth. Guilt, shame, embarrassment follow as OCD takes a grip of every aspect of your life and you limit your action in fear of feeling terrible.
It seems to be impossible to get out of this powerful grip, but there’s more than one way through the darkness of OCD, and it starts with a single step. Join us as we explore the principles of Radical Bravery with insights from Renee Zukin's journey, learning how to take action and live your best life, even with OCD.
Renee’ suffered from OCD for decades and is now able to do many things that were previously restricted by her fears. This tender interview shows us that beating OCD is about choosing courage over fear, recognizing your power to change, and finding hope in unexpected places.
The final message from Renee’ is that you don't have to wait to feel good to start living. We'll show you how to become conscious of your thoughts, feelings, and actions to create the life you deserve. Hope is real, and it begins with you.
Topics Covered: OCD management, anxiety solutions, radical bravery, behavioral activation, overcoming fear, mental health hope, CBT, exposure therapy
Questions? Find Renee Zuni here: www.everydayimbrave.com
Buy her book! www.reneezukin.com
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Clarification: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by a cycle of unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions). People with OCD perform compulsions in an attempt to reduce the distress caused by their obsessions, though this often provides only temporary relief and can reinforce the cycle. It's more than just being neat or particular; it significantly impacts daily life.
For OCD and anxiety, we mentioned behavioral activation, which helps by intentionally increasing engagement in activities that bring pleasure or a sense of accomplishment, even when feeling anxious or compelled to avoid. This counters avoidance behaviors, redirects focus away from obsessive thoughts or worries, and allows individuals to gradually confront feared situations, ultimately reinforcing healthier patterns and breaking the cycle of anxiety and compulsive rituals.