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Blindsight episodes

January 17, 2025 Listener Q&A: Breaking Isolation & Finding Balance
In this engaging Q&A episode, co-hosts Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price answer listener-submitted questions on two impactful topics: overcoming social isolation and finding the balance between independence and asking for help. With practical advice and insightful anecdotes, the hosts explore strategies to connect with others and build meaningful relationships. They also discuss reframing the concept of independence as interdependence and the importance of embracing vulnerability.

The episode closes with a sneak peek into the next series on the 12-step program, including its history, misconceptions, and relevance for personal growth and recovery.
Contact Information:
Phone: (720) 712-8856
Email: [email protected]
Chapter Markers:
00:00: Introduction and episode overview
02:28: Question 1: Overcoming social isolation
07:10: Strategies for breaking out of isolation
16:48: Question 2: Asking for help while maintaining independence
23:48: Shifting from independence to interdependence
28:28: The importance of teaching versus doing
37:00: Closing thoughts and a preview of the 12-step series
31 min
January 10, 2025 Trauma and Healing with Raquel Perez
In this episode of Blindsight, co-hosts Jonathan Price and Bill Lundgren are joined by Raquel Perez, a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma, couples, and sex therapy. The conversation explores the complexities of trauma, its pervasive impact on mental health, and the importance of creating safe spaces for healing. Raquel emphasizes the interconnectedness of trauma with various aspects of life, including relationships and intimacy. Together, the hosts and guest discuss the significance of safety, readiness, and curiosity as key components in the healing journey. The episode concludes with practical advice for listeners on addressing trauma in their own lives.
Chapter Markers:
00:00: Introduction and holiday reflections
02:23: Welcoming Raquel Perez and her professional background
04:43: Exploring the medical model and trauma-informed therapy
09:22: The role of trauma in mental health diagnoses
14:03: Challenges of relinquishing familiar trauma
19:36: Identifying trauma through intuition and body awareness
24:08: Addressing trauma in relationships and therapy sessions
30:28: Importance of non-verbal communication in therapy
32:54: Closing thoughts: Safety, readiness, and curiosity
Contact Information:
Guest Contact:
Website: Intima Couples and Sex Therapy
Social Media: @Raquel.Intima on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Podcast Contact:
Phone: (720) 712-8856
Email: [email protected]
36 min
January 10, 2025 Trauma and Healing with Raquel Perez
In this episode of Blindsight, co-hosts Jonathan Price and Bill Lundgren are joined by Raquel Perez, a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma, couples, and sex therapy. The conversation explores the complexities of trauma, its pervasive impact on mental health, and the importance of creating safe spaces for healing. Raquel emphasizes the interconnectedness of trauma with various aspects of life, including relationships and intimacy. Together, the hosts and guest discuss the significance of safety, readiness, and curiosity as key components in the healing journey. The episode concludes with practical advice for listeners on addressing trauma in their own lives.
Chapter Markers:
00:00: Introduction and holiday reflections
02:23: Welcoming Raquel Perez and her professional background
04:43: Exploring the medical model and trauma-informed therapy
09:22: The role of trauma in mental health diagnoses
14:03: Challenges of relinquishing familiar trauma
19:36: Identifying trauma through intuition and body awareness
24:08: Addressing trauma in relationships and therapy sessions
30:28: Importance of non-verbal communication in therapy
32:54: Closing thoughts: Safety, readiness, and curiosity
Contact Information:
Guest Contact:
Website: Intima Couples and Sex Therapy
Social Media: @Raquel.Intima on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Podcast Contact:
Phone: (720) 712-8856
Email: [email protected]
36 min
January 10, 2025 Trauma and Healing with Raquel Perez
In this episode of Blindsight, co-hosts Jonathan Price and Bill Lundgren are joined by Raquel Perez, a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma, couples, and sex therapy. The conversation explores the complexities of trauma, its pervasive impact on mental health, and the importance of creating safe spaces for healing. Raquel emphasizes the interconnectedness of trauma with various aspects of life, including relationships and intimacy. Together, the hosts and guest discuss the significance of safety, readiness, and curiosity as key components in the healing journey. The episode concludes with practical advice for listeners on addressing trauma in their own lives.
Chapter Markers:
00:00: Introduction and holiday reflections
02:23: Welcoming Raquel Perez and her professional background
04:43: Exploring the medical model and trauma-informed therapy
09:22: The role of trauma in mental health diagnoses
14:03: Challenges of relinquishing familiar trauma
19:36: Identifying trauma through intuition and body awareness
24:08: Addressing trauma in relationships and therapy sessions
30:28: Importance of non-verbal communication in therapy
32:54: Closing thoughts: Safety, readiness, and curiosity
Contact Information:
Guest Contact:
Website: Intima Couples and Sex Therapy
Social Media: @Raquel.Intima on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Podcast Contact:
Phone: (720) 712-8856
Email: [email protected]
36 min
January 03, 2025 New Year, New Challenges: Resistance vs. Challenge
New Year, New Challenges: Resistance vs. Challenge
In this New Year kickoff episode of Blindsight, Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price explore the themes of resistance and challenges as they pertain to personal growth and change. Bill shares his perspective on facing life-altering events, such as being diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), and how these experiences can serve as catalysts for transformation. Jonathan reflects on his own challenges, including the hurdles of 2024 and his outlook for 2025, anchored by his chosen words for the year: growth, connection, and courage. Together, they emphasize the importance of breaking resistance into manageable pieces, approaching challenges with curiosity, and embracing a tenacious mindset.
Through stories, analogies, and practical advice, the hosts inspire listeners to confront resistance and turn it into opportunities for growth. They also tease an upcoming series on 12-step programs, hinting at a year filled with impactful discussions.
Chapter Markers:
00:22: Welcome and New Year reflections
01:28: Revisiting goals and exploring resistance
03:54: Lessons from Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan
07:57: Challenges of New Year resolutions
12:38: Overcoming resistance with curiosity
14:38: Jonathan’s reflections on 2024 and goals for 2025
16:39: Addressing resistance in life changes and RP diagnosis
19:26: Bill’s story: Turning diagnosis into a new career
25:09: Resistance vs. challenge and the role of curiosity
27:58: The importance of pivoting and embracing failure
31:14: Optimism, tenacity, and finding hope
34:27: Creative ways to stay motivated and inspired
35:39: Listener feedback and contact information
36:15: Closing remarks and next week’s teaser
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (720) 712-8856
37 min
January 03, 2025 New Year, New Challenges: Resistance vs. Challenge
New Year, New Challenges: Resistance vs. Challenge
In this New Year kickoff episode of Blindsight, Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price explore the themes of resistance and challenges as they pertain to personal growth and change. Bill shares his perspective on facing life-altering events, such as being diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), and how these experiences can serve as catalysts for transformation. Jonathan reflects on his own challenges, including the hurdles of 2024 and his outlook for 2025, anchored by his chosen words for the year: growth, connection, and courage. Together, they emphasize the importance of breaking resistance into manageable pieces, approaching challenges with curiosity, and embracing a tenacious mindset.
Through stories, analogies, and practical advice, the hosts inspire listeners to confront resistance and turn it into opportunities for growth. They also tease an upcoming series on 12-step programs, hinting at a year filled with impactful discussions.
Chapter Markers:
00:22: Welcome and New Year reflections
01:28: Revisiting goals and exploring resistance
03:54: Lessons from Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan
07:57: Challenges of New Year resolutions
12:38: Overcoming resistance with curiosity
14:38: Jonathan’s reflections on 2024 and goals for 2025
16:39: Addressing resistance in life changes and RP diagnosis
19:26: Bill’s story: Turning diagnosis into a new career
25:09: Resistance vs. challenge and the role of curiosity
27:58: The importance of pivoting and embracing failure
31:14: Optimism, tenacity, and finding hope
34:27: Creative ways to stay motivated and inspired
35:39: Listener feedback and contact information
36:15: Closing remarks and next week’s teaser
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (720) 712-8856
37 min
January 03, 2025 New Year, New Challenges: Resistance vs. Challenge
New Year, New Challenges: Resistance vs. Challenge
In this New Year kickoff episode of Blindsight, Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price explore the themes of resistance and challenges as they pertain to personal growth and change. Bill shares his perspective on facing life-altering events, such as being diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), and how these experiences can serve as catalysts for transformation. Jonathan reflects on his own challenges, including the hurdles of 2024 and his outlook for 2025, anchored by his chosen words for the year: growth, connection, and courage. Together, they emphasize the importance of breaking resistance into manageable pieces, approaching challenges with curiosity, and embracing a tenacious mindset.
Through stories, analogies, and practical advice, the hosts inspire listeners to confront resistance and turn it into opportunities for growth. They also tease an upcoming series on 12-step programs, hinting at a year filled with impactful discussions.
Chapter Markers:
00:22: Welcome and New Year reflections
01:28: Revisiting goals and exploring resistance
03:54: Lessons from Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan
07:57: Challenges of New Year resolutions
12:38: Overcoming resistance with curiosity
14:38: Jonathan’s reflections on 2024 and goals for 2025
16:39: Addressing resistance in life changes and RP diagnosis
19:26: Bill’s story: Turning diagnosis into a new career
25:09: Resistance vs. challenge and the role of curiosity
27:58: The importance of pivoting and embracing failure
31:14: Optimism, tenacity, and finding hope
34:27: Creative ways to stay motivated and inspired
35:39: Listener feedback and contact information
36:15: Closing remarks and next week’s teaser
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (720) 712-8856
37 min
December 27, 2024 Growing into 2025
In this reflective and forward-looking episode, Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price discuss New Year's resolutions and how to create meaningful, lasting change. They share personal insights on navigating transitions, overcoming challenges, and focusing on character development rather than just task lists. Jonathan reveals his three guiding words for 2025—Courage, Connection, and Growth—and discusses how they will shape his mission for the year. Bill offers practical advice on setting achievable goals and structuring new habits. The hosts also provide a sneak peek into the podcast's upcoming focus on the 12-step program and emphasize the importance of safe, intentional choices as the new year begins.

Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Introduction and reflections on 2024
01:45 - The importance of transitions and resolutions
05:00 - Why New Year's resolutions often fail
10:00 - Building sustainable habits and routines
15:00 - Jonathan’s mission statement and focus words for 2025
20:45 - The value of intentionality in life transitions
23:00 - Introduction to the 12-step program series for 2025
29:00 - Closing thoughts: Safety, sobriety, and gratitude
Contact Information:
Phone: (720) 712-8856
Email: [email protected]
32 min
December 27, 2024 Growing into 2025
In this reflective and forward-looking episode, Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price discuss New Year's resolutions and how to create meaningful, lasting change. They share personal insights on navigating transitions, overcoming challenges, and focusing on character development rather than just task lists. Jonathan reveals his three guiding words for 2025—Courage, Connection, and Growth—and discusses how they will shape his mission for the year. Bill offers practical advice on setting achievable goals and structuring new habits. The hosts also provide a sneak peek into the podcast's upcoming focus on the 12-step program and emphasize the importance of safe, intentional choices as the new year begins.

Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Introduction and reflections on 2024
01:45 - The importance of transitions and resolutions
05:00 - Why New Year's resolutions often fail
10:00 - Building sustainable habits and routines
15:00 - Jonathan’s mission statement and focus words for 2025
20:45 - The value of intentionality in life transitions
23:00 - Introduction to the 12-step program series for 2025
29:00 - Closing thoughts: Safety, sobriety, and gratitude
Contact Information:
Phone: (720) 712-8856
Email: [email protected]
32 min
December 27, 2024 Growing into 2025
In this reflective and forward-looking episode, Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price discuss New Year's resolutions and how to create meaningful, lasting change. They share personal insights on navigating transitions, overcoming challenges, and focusing on character development rather than just task lists. Jonathan reveals his three guiding words for 2025—Courage, Connection, and Growth—and discusses how they will shape his mission for the year. Bill offers practical advice on setting achievable goals and structuring new habits. The hosts also provide a sneak peek into the podcast's upcoming focus on the 12-step program and emphasize the importance of safe, intentional choices as the new year begins.

Chapter Markers:
00:00 - Introduction and reflections on 2024
01:45 - The importance of transitions and resolutions
05:00 - Why New Year's resolutions often fail
10:00 - Building sustainable habits and routines
15:00 - Jonathan’s mission statement and focus words for 2025
20:45 - The value of intentionality in life transitions
23:00 - Introduction to the 12-step program series for 2025
29:00 - Closing thoughts: Safety, sobriety, and gratitude
Contact Information:
Phone: (720) 712-8856
Email: [email protected]
32 min

About Blindsight

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Blindsight explores life through a different lens—sharing real conversations at the intersection of blindness, mental health, relationships, and personal growth. Hosted by Bill Lundgren, each episode spotlights lived experience, hard-won resilience, and the moments people don’t always know how to talk about out loud. From navigating family dynamics and identity to battling anxiety, depression, or addiction—and finding traction again—Blindsight makes space for honesty, hope, and practical perspective. With compelling guests and real-life stories, it’s a podcast for anyone who wants to understand more deeply, feel less alone, and keep moving forward—one brave conversation at a time.