A Fine Time for Healing

Depression, a disabling illness that threatens to become the major cause of disability worldwide by the year 2020, is surprisingly common, affecting over 15 million individuals in the United States alone. But the statistics regarding recovery are dismal. Standard treatment for depression successfully eliminates symptoms in only 33% of patients, and in roughly 70% of those with depression, it recurs.

In his book, The Breakthrough Depression Solution, today''s special guest Dr. James Greenblatt offers a new approach to this devastating and debilitating illness grounded in personalized medicine. This approach focuses on medicine tailored to each individual. Just as personality and appearance is unique, so are the factors that contribute to depression. Focusing on personalized medicine, Dr. Greenblatt concentrates on nutrition, genetics, stress, and when needed, technology to ensure that medications and treatment are targeted towards individual biochemistry. By identifying and addressing all the factors that contribute, depression can be successfully treated!

James M. Greenblatt, MD, is a dually certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist specializing in treating patients with mood disorders and complex eating disorders since 1990. He is a respected expert in integrative medicine and has traveled through the United States and abroad lecturing to physicians on the scientific basis for the integrative medicine of depression and eating disorders. He currently serves as the chief medical officer and vice president of medical services at Walden Behavioral Care in Waltham, Massachusetts. Dr. Greenblatt is also an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston as well as Dartmouth College in New Hampshire.

To learn more about Dr. Greenblatt please visit http://www.jamesgreenblattmd.com

Are you an adult suffering the emotional impact of childhood abandonment? Does the fear that someone will leave you trigger these old  feelings? Is fear of abandonment negatively impacting your life and all your relationships?

Special guest Amy Braido, host of the podcast Raising the Bar is with us today to candidly share the childhood abandonment issues that she has carried over into her adult life.

Most would describe Amy as an energetic burst of fury, humor, servant leader, and empathetic caregiver.  She's known to put full effort and focused attention into any goal she sets. Yet, she didn't always live this way. Born to young parents, she was primarily raised by a single parent, spent time in foster care, and has felt the affects of being abandoned by her father. She moved often throughout her childhood. Realizing at an early age that adventure and experience comes with their own issues,  Amy demonstrates resiliency more often than not. Hear how her life experience, choices and lessons, have shaped her character and how she is able to transfer negativity into positive opportunities for herself and others.

Amy is a budding motivational speaker, mentor for leadership development, wellness coach, figure competitor, and hosts the radio show, "Raising the Bar", on the Voiceamerica network.  Amy is also co-founder and President of The Echo Foundation, Inc., a 501c3 non profit organization for adoption and orphan care projects in the U.S. and abroad. Echo is currently serving with a partner organization in Ethiopia as well. You can contact her at [email protected] or message her through amybraido.com.

Honored guest, Laura Lee, popular professional and "radio-medium" is back on the show by popular demand. She will be taking your calls and giving free readings. Please call 424-220-1801 to speak live  with Laura.

Laura Lee has the incredible gift of being able to access the link between the physical and spiritual worlds. She can see, feel, hear, and know what the other side needs to communicate with the living.

Laura Lee, popular, loved and enjoyed by many listeners every time she comes on the show, has partnered with Randi Fine, the host of A Fine Time For Healing, to be a monthly guest.

Save the date and call in early for a chance to speak to Laura.

For more information about Laura Lee, please visit her website http://www.MediumLauraLee.com

When I first met Dr. Dennis Spoonhour, Chiropractor, I had been suffering from debilitating pain in my lumbar spine, due to multiple problems, that no one could relieve. I had been to all kinds of pain management doctors and had even had an epidural injection, still I was in pain. Dr. Spoonhour promised me he would get me out of pain and keep me out of pain. After a few chiropractic treatments I was pain free and still am.

Most people have a misconception of what chiropractic treatment involves. The stereotype of cracking necks and backs sounds brutal, but chiropractic is so much more. the profession has evolved into a gentle, holistic approach that everyone can greatly benefit from--especially when under the care of a dedicated, knowledgeable practitioner such as Dr. Spoonhour. 

He is with us today to dispel the myths of chiropractic, explain why it changes lives, and share why he specifically chose this profession. If you are suffering from pain you will definitely want to hear what Dr. Spoonhour has to say.

Dr. Dennis Spoonhour, Chiropractor and founder of Weston Medical Health Center in Florida has been dedicated to helping patients live pain free and active lives since 2003. His goal is to help the body heal itself without surgery or medication using various treatments and modalities. To learn more about Dr. Dennis Spoonhour, please visit http://www.westonmedicalhealth.com

In her book, The Empowered Whistleblower: A Practical and Spiritual Path to Personal Power, today's special guest Dawn Westmoreland shares her story of dealing with two years of horrific bullying for being a Veteran Affairs whistle-blower from 2012 to 2014. Dawn resolved the matter with the VA and began her journey to enable others who deal with workplace bullying, through speaking, coaching, HR consulting, writing and workshops. Today, she advises clients and legal staff on EEOC cases and workplace bullying,

The traumas we face in our lives can disempower us or we can overcome them and thrive. Dawn shares her raw and transparent story of going through childhood sexual molestation, bullying, an alcoholic long-term relationship, and landing in the Veterans Affairs Mental Health ward after two years of being the target of extreme bullying in the Veteran Affairs. In life, even negative experiences can be a gift in ugly wrapping paper if you can find the lesson or growth in each opportunity. Dawn blows the whistle on disempowerment and teaches others how to break their own chains.

Dawn has been featured on over 50 radio interviews and was sent to educate Senators on the need to protect conscientious "whistleblowers like herself by the Concerned Veterans for America.

To learn more about Dawn Westmoreland, please visit http://www.theempoweredwhistleblower.com

I received many questions for Free Advice Friday, May 13th that I did not have time to address during that show. Your questions are very important to me so I added today's show to the lineup to give you the answers you were hoping to hear on the 13th.

The topics I'll be addressing today are:

The subtle forms of abuse narcissists use against their victimsHow siblings can unite against their abuserDetermining whether or not you have NPD tendenciesHow to find the right counselor to help you work through your abuse issues

The next Free Advice Friday will be June 10th at 11 am ET The link to that show is http://www.blogtalkradio.com/randi-fine/2016/06/10/randi-fine-answers-your-questions-about-narcissistic-personality-disorder-abuse

For counseling information please visit http://www.randigfine.com/finelifeissuescounseling

As a survivor of Narcissistic abuse myself I know how frustrating, helpless, and confusing this disorder can be to deal with. As an experienced counselor I know that issues dealing with this problem are always arising. I am fully aware that many of you cannot afford the out of pocket expense of paying for counseling, but do have important questions you would like answered. I can and want to help all of you work through these sensitive issues.

The second Friday of every month my internet radio show, A Fine Time for Healing, will be entirely devoted to taking to your calls and answering your questions about NPD. The advice is FREE!

The show airs at 11 a.m. EST and runs for 30 minutes. The number you will call to connect with the show and speak to me is 424-220-1801.

This time will not be a convenient one for everyone so there is another way for you to get your questions answered. Just email me ahead of time and I will read your questions on air and answer them. I assure you that your identity will be kept anonymous.

All shows will be recorded and archived after broadcasting. They can be listened to at your convenience by clicking on the link I will provide you when you email me. Please send your emails to [email protected] with “Radio Show Question” in the subject heading.

Ask any random group of people what they’d like to change in their life and chances are you will hear a great list of worthy goals: Find a new job, better relationships, make more money, stop smoking, lose weight, build confidence, de-clutter my life, etc. Chances are just as likely that these same people will provide a million reasons as to why they haven’t started doing anything about it yet.   Ask why and you will very likely hear something like, “Oh, yeah, I plan to get to it— tomorrow... next week… sometime, but...”  Famous last words.

Most all of us at some time experience the pain of procrastinating— and it is painful because procrastinating  prevents us from doing or becoming better; from living a richer, fuller life; from attaining goals we know would make us happier and more fulfilled. Why do we do this to ourselves? Most often it's due to a fear of failure or a fear of success--or both! This cycle of chronic procrastination can lead to a spiraling crash of self esteem and a feeling of being unworthy; an abject failure. Thankfully, it is also a cycle that can be broken.

Today's special guest, Dr. John McGrail is more than a clinical hypnotherapist.  He is an established self-improvement expert and a sought after spiritual teacher who has become one of our country’s leading media experts and public speakers relating to personal growth and successful life transformation. His company, A Better You, Inc., serves a world-wide clientele Services range from individual sessions, to motivational presentations, training seminars, and workshops.

This is Dr. McGrail's fourth guest appearance on A Fine Time for Healing

To learn more about Dr. McGrail, please visit drjohnmcgrail.com

Imagine a work environment where you are literally in "eat or be killed" mode, and something as important as your paycheck is involved. This doesn't lend itself to a team spirit environment.

Today's guest, Kristin Sunanata Walker, CEO of Everything EHR says: "What I see in organizations where leadership has created a toxic work environment is the prevalence of health issues from mental decline, eating disorders, anxiety, PTSD, etc."

 "Like the toxic village elder that wants no children to go to school lest they become smarter than he or she, narcissistic leaders keep their staff in an ever rotating position of ambiguity, gaslighting, love bombing, and paranoia.  If anyone other than the leader shines too brightly this results in massive narcissistic injury. A beheading is commonplace and the longer the staff continue on in this environment the harder it will be for them to leave.  They do take on the traits of their leader and live in a sheltered yet grandiose bubble of superiority on a ship of fools."

Today Kristin will discuss, among other things, what she refers to as the characters in the Narcissistic Leaders game: The cheerleader, the star, and the doldrums.

Kristin Sunanta Walker is the host of Mental Health News Radio and Mental Health After Dark. Her company everything EHR is dedicated to working within the Behavioral Health technology space helping vendors and mental health organizations create and utilize incredible tools for excellent patient care.  Her book Emotional Impotence will be released in early 2017.

To learn more about Kristin Sunantra Walker please visit www.mentalhealthnewsradio.com,  www.everythingehr.com

Honored guest, Laura Lee, popular professional and "radio-medium" is back on the show by popular demand. She will be taking your calls and giving free readings. Please call 424-220-1801 to speak live  with Laura.

Today's topic is "April Showers." Sometimes a good cry is all we need to grow. Laura Lee shares tips for purging pent up feelings, in a healthy manner for your soul, and how this process can bring about new beginnings just in time for spring. 

Laura Lee has the incredible gift of being able to access the link between the physical and spiritual worlds. She can see, feel, hear, and know what the other side needs to communicate with the living.

Laura Lee, popular, loved and enjoyed by many listeners every time she comes on the show, has partnered with Randi Fine, the host of A Fine Time For Healing, to be a monthly guest.

Save the date and call in early for a chance to speak to Laura.

For more information about Laura Lee, please visit her website http://www.MediumLauraLee.com