In today’s episode, John gets a real live “astrotherapy” session with psychotherapist and astrologer, Christina Fitch. They talk about how the stars reveal things about us, and help us in life and relationships. 
You can find Christina on Instagram @the.atypical.therapist and on her website: Christinamfitch@gmail.com. Christina is also offering a 50% off discount of one of her sessions to anyone who listens to this podcast episode! 
This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/angry and start building a better relationship with yourself.
Roughly ten minutes of self help in a shot glass. If you're looking for a wine glass, you've come to the wrong place. Marriage family therapist and best-selling author, John Kim, shares his life and love revelations as well as insights from his sessions. He pulls the curtain back and documents his journey as a therapist but more importantly, as a human being.   
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Astrotherapy with Christina Fitch

John Kim is The Angry Therapist, delivering self-help and therapy in a shot glass - street level 3 x week roughly ten minutes an episode. With one longer interview or conversation on Mondays.

Health & Fitness

Mental Health

In this episode, John brings on Dr. MC McDonald to discuss the concept of awe and the science behind joy. They explore the importance of finding joy in small moments, activating the hope circuit in the brain, and also debunk some misconceptions about what brings joy, such as affirmations. They emphasize that joy is not a silly or frivolous emotion, but a hardcore and gritty force. The conversation also touches on topics like trauma, imagination, flow states, the power of finding beauty in contrast, and accepting people for who they are. 

You can buy MC's book, Unbroken, HERE
Follow MC on Instagram HERE  or TikTok HERE

The Science Behind Joy and Why It Needs To Be a Daily Practice

In this episode, John answers a listener's question after they've emailed him for advice about their current relationship. He dives into avoidant attachment styles, and gives advice on how to know if you're attachment style is to blame for feeling "suffocated" in the relationship, or if you're only feeling this way because deep down you know that your partner isn't right for you.

Ask Angry: Am I Avoidant, or Just Not Really Into Them?

In this episode, John Kim and Luci Lampe discuss the concept of conscious self-pleasure and its impact on personal growth and relationships. They explore how shame and societal conditioning can hinder sexual expression and the importance of approaching self-pleasure with presence and mindfulness. They also touch on the differences between male and female sexual energy and the potential for sexual practices to expand into other areas of life. 

Luci Lampe is a mom of 4, trauma-informed sex & relationship coach, award-winning singer and songwriter, commercial actress & print model, and 3X author. Her writing has been featured on the Huffington Post, Forbes, Entrepreneur.com, CBS, and Fox. 
After overcoming an autoimmune disorder and embarking on a deep healing journey and spiritual awakening during her former husband’s 2-year disability and depression, Luci’s work shifted deeper into the realms of erotic liberation and spiritual reclamation. Now, after her journey of conscious uncoupling after a 17-year marriage, she  brings a new depth to the message of open-Hearted living + relating for couples, women, and men.
You can find out more about Luci HERE or follow her on Instagram HERE

Divorce For Women in Their 40's, Conscious Uncoupling, and Self Pleasure as a Way to Expand with Luci Lampe

In this episode, John explores the importance of redefining our definitions of love as we grow and change. He shares his old definition of love from his twenties and contrasts it with his current definition. He also highlights how our definitions of love are always changing, the challenges and beauty of love, and the importance of aligning definitions with our partners.

How Tracing Old Love Definitions Destroys Our Relationships

In this episode, John talks about how to express your needs, and show up in your relationship when you're fighting. He discusses the importance of knowing what is healthy vs unhealthy ways of showing up during conflict, and gives examples of what each looks like.

Astrotherapy with Christina Fitch

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