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This podcast is the first of two episodes on the Bowen family system theory concept of differentiation of self. Part 1 looks specifically at the functioning of the emotional and intellectual systems within and between humans. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea, along with examples, what they find important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for further thinking.
Amie Post lives in Baltimore MD where she is a Marriage and Family Therapist and has a practice coaching, consulting and educating based on Bowen theory. She was recently named as the Interim CEO/President of the Center for Family Systems Theory of Western New York, and previously was the Executive Director at the Family Crisis Center of Baltimore County. She began studying Bowen theory in 2001 and is a member of the board of directors and on the faculty of the Bowen Center in Washington DC.
Resources:
Dr. Murray Bowen, Family Therapy in Clinical Practice
Bowen theory coaches in Canada: here
Bowen theory coaches around the world: here
Kathleen Smith, Everything Isn’t Terrible:
Kathleen Smith, True To You:
TIME STAMPS:
Pitch - 2:00
Examples - 10:15
Usefulness - 21:00
Takeaway - 29:40
#bowenfamilysystemstheory #bowentheory #murraybowen #relationship #family
#differentiation #differentiationofself #self #thoughts #feelings #emotions
Living Systems Counselling and Training provides educational material for those interested in learning more about Bowen family systems theory: here
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information about Bowen family systems theory and is not considered the practice of counselling or therapy. The information presented are the views of the people who say them. Any information used from this podcast is used at your own risk.
This podcast is the first of two episodes on the Bowen family system theory concept of differentiation of self. Part 1 looks specifically at the functioning of the emotional and intellectual systems within and between humans. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea, along with examples, what they find important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for further thinking.
Amie Post lives in Baltimore MD where she is a Marriage and Family Therapist and has a practice coaching, consulting and educating based on Bowen theory. She was recently named as the Interim CEO/President of the Center for Family Systems Theory of Western New York, and previously was the Executive Director at the Family Crisis Center of Baltimore County. She began studying Bowen theory in 2001 and is a member of the board of directors and on the faculty of the Bowen Center in Washington DC.
Resources:
Dr. Murray Bowen, Family Therapy in Clinical Practice
Bowen theory coaches in Canada: here
Bowen theory coaches around the world: here
Kathleen Smith, Everything Isn’t Terrible:
Kathleen Smith, True To You:
TIME STAMPS:
Pitch - 2:00
Examples - 10:15
Usefulness - 21:00
Takeaway - 29:40
#bowenfamilysystemstheory #bowentheory #murraybowen #relationship #family
#differentiation #differentiationofself #self #thoughts #feelings #emotions
Living Systems Counselling and Training provides educational material for those interested in learning more about Bowen family systems theory: here
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information about Bowen family systems theory and is not considered the practice of counselling or therapy. The information presented are the views of the people who say them. Any information used from this podcast is used at your own risk.
This podcast episode discusses the family diagram which looks at the family across generations highlighting dates, facts, events, and the relationship patterns of Bowen family systems theory. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea, along with examples, what they find important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for further thinking.
Avrum Nadigel has been a marriage and family therapist for 25 years, and has completed postgraduate training in Bowen family systems theory. He is the author of three books, “Learning to Commit, “It Takes More than Love: A workbook for singles and couples” cowritten Dr. Aliza Israel, and “Where Would you Like to Start: A Master Therapist on Beginning Psychotherapy with families” cowritten with the late Dr. David Freeman. Avrum has
co-produced two podcasts: “Pop Parenting” and “The Love Examined Playlist” podcasts.
Resources:
Avrum Nadigel’s website and book links: https://www.nadigel.com
Jack Butler, Ed., The Origins of Family Psychotherapy
Dr. Michael Kerr, Family Evaluation
Victoria Harrison, The Family Diagram and Family Research book
Timeline App:
Patrick Stinson Family Diagram App:
Living Systems Family of Origin workshop
TIME STAMPS:
Pitch - 2:15
Examples - 11:45
Usefulness - 19:30
Takeaway - 30:10
#bowenfamilysystemstheory #bowentheory #murraybowen #relationship
#family #familydiagram #genogram #familytree #familyhistory
Living Systems Counselling and Training provides educational material for those interested in learning more about Bowen family systems theory:
https://livingsystems.ca/
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information about Bowen family systems theory and is not considered the practice of counselling or therapy. The information presented are the views of the people who say them. Any information used from this podcast is used at your own risk.
This podcast episode looks at the over and under-functioning relationship pattern in Bowen family systems theory. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea, along with examples, what they find important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for
further thinking.
Avrum Nadigel has been a marriage and family therapist for 25 years, and has completed postgraduate training in Bowen family systems theory. He is the author of three books, “Learning to Commit, “It Takes More than Love: A workbook for singles and couples” cowritten Dr. Aliza Israel, and “Where Would you Like to Start: A Master Therapist on Beginning Psychotherapy with families” cowritten with the late Dr. David Freeman. Avrum has
co-produced two podcasts: “Pop Parenting” and “The Love Examined Playlist” podcasts.
Resources:
Avrum Nadigel’s website and book links: https://www.nadigel.com
Kathleen Smith’s books:
Everything Isn’t Terrible
True To You:
Dr. Murray Bowen, Family Therapy in Clinical Practice
TIME STAMPS:
Pitch - 3:00
Examples - 8:30
Usefulness - 19:20
Takeaway - 26:20
#bowenfamilysystemstheory #bowentheory
#murraybowen #relationship #family #triangles
Living Systems Counselling and Training provides educational material for those interested in learning more about Bowen family systems theory:
https://livingsystems.ca/
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information about Bowen family systems theory and is not considered the practice of counselling or therapy. The information presented are the views of the people who say them. Any information used from this podcast is used at your own risk.
This podcast episode looks at the concept of triangles, a relationship pattern in Bowen family systems theory that describes the interaction of more than two people in relationship. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea, along with examples, what they find important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for further thinking.
Dr. Jenny Brown has worked in child and family mental health and family therapy since the 1980s as a trainer, supervisor, author and researcher. She is the Emeritus Executive Director of the Family Systems Institute Sydney and currently directs the Family Systems Practice and
the Parent Hope Project. Jenny has published widely, including the best-selling book “Growing Yourself Up”, and the newly published “Facilitating Parent Agency in Child andAdolescent Mental Health – from Helplessness to Hope.”
Resources:
Jenny Brown, Growing Yourself Up
Parent Hope Project: here
Harriet Lerner, The Dance of Anger
Roberta Gilbert, The Eight Concepts of Bowen Theory
Peter Titleman, Triangles
Bowen Center, The Basics Series
Bowen training networks across the globe:
https://www.thebowencenter.org/network-programs
Dr. Murray Bowen, Family Therapy in Clinical Practice
TIME STAMPS:
Pitch - 2:15
Examples - 7:15
Usefulness - 19:30
Takeaway - 27:35
#bowenfamilysystemstheory #bowentheory
#murraybowen #relationship #family #triangles
Living Systems Counselling and Training provides educational material for those interested in learning more about Bowen family systems theory:
https://livingsystems.ca/
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information about Bowen family systems theory and is not considered the practice of counselling or therapy. The information presented are the views of the people who say them. Any information used from this podcast is used at your own risk.
This podcast episode looks at the relationship pattern of distance in Bowen family systems theory from avoiding eye contact to cutting people out of one’s life. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea, along with examples, what they find important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for further thinking.
Dr. Jenny Brown has worked in child and family mental health and family therapy since the 1980s as a trainer, supervisor, author and researcher. She is the Emeritus Executive Director of the Family Systems Institute Sydney and currently directs the Family Systems Practice and the Parent Hope Project. Jenny has published widely, including the best-selling book “Growing Yourself Up”, and the newly published “Facilitating Parent Agency in Child and Adolescent Mental Health – from Helplessness to Hope.”
Resources:
Jenny Brown, Growing Yourself Up
Parent Hope Project: here
Harriet Lerner, The Dance of Intimacy
Harriet Lerner, The Dance of Connection
Robert Creech, Family Systems and Congregational Life
Notes of a Biology Watcher: here
Dr. Murray Bowen, Family Therapy in Clinical Practice
TIME STAMPS:
Pitch - 2:30
Examples - 8:30
Usefulness - 17:45
Takeaway - 30:00
#bowenfamilysystemstheory #bowentheory
#murraybowen #relationship #family
#distance #closeness #cutoff #discomfort
Living Systems Counselling and Training provides educational material for those interested in learning more about Bowen family systems theory:
https://livingsystems.ca/
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information about Bowen family systems theory and is not considered the practice of counselling or therapy. The information presented are the views of the people who say them. Any information from this podcast is used at your own risk.
This podcast episode examines the four relationship patterns described in Bowen family systems theory,
focusing especially on the pattern of conflict. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea,
along with examples, what they find important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for
further thinking.
Dr. Kathleen Smith is a licensed therapist and writer who lives in Washington, DC. Her books include
Everything Isn't Terrible and True to You: A Therapist's Guide to Stop Pleasing Others and Start Being
Yourself. She is an associate faculty member at the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family and
author of the popular newsletter, The Anxious Overachiever.
Resources:
Resources:
Kathleen Smith newsletter, “Let’s Play Family Anxiety Bingo”
https://theanxiousoverachiever.substa...
Honeybee Democracy: https://tinyurl.com/2s4t8ks5
Dr. Murray Bowen, Family Therapy in Clinical Practice: https://tinyurl.com/5yhxmna9
Dr. Michael Kerr, Family Evaluation: https://shorturl.at/QBpEu
Dr. Michael Kerr, Bowen Theory Secrets: https://shorturl.at/a0Y9k
Kathleen Smith, Everything Isn’t Terrible: https://shorturl.at/uxl9l
Kathleen Smith, True To You: https://shorturl.at/5qyUT
TIME STAMPS:
Pitch - 3:05
Examples - 9:00
Usefulness - 22:30
Takeaway - 25:30
#bowenfamilysystemstheory #bowentheory
#murraybowen #relationship #family #patterns #conflict
S1Ep3 Anxiety with Dave Galloway
This podcast episode looks at the topic of anxiety and the difference Bowen family systems theory sees
between acute anxiety and chronic anxiety. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea, along
with examples, what they find important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for further
thinking.
Dave Galloway has been studying Bowen Theory for over 20 years. He has spoken at conferences, is
an instructor, and writes on systems thinking. He is certified as Family Enterprise Advisor and Clear
Leadership trainer. Having worked in the software industry for decades in leadership roles he has seen
the impact of emotional functioning in work systems. Dave lives in Vancouver, BC and is on the faculty
of Living Systems.
Resources:
Dr. Murray Bowen, Family Therapy in Clinical Practice: https://tinyurl.com/5yhxmna9
Dr. Michael Kerr, Family Evaluation: https://shorturl.at/QBpEu
Dr. Michael Kerr, Bowen Theory Secrets: https://shorturl.at/a0Y9k
Kathleen Smith, Everything Isn’t Terrible: https://shorturl.at/uxl9l
Bowen-Kerr Interview #4: https://www.thebowencenter.org/bowen-theory-vids#bowen-kerr-interview-
series
TIME STAMPS:
Pitch - 1:50
Examples - 15:00
Usefulness - 20:50
Takeaway - 29:15
#bowenfamilysystemstheory #bowentheory
#murraybowen #relationship #family #anxiety
Living Systems Counselling and Training provides educational material for those interested in learning
more about Bowen family systems theory:
https://livingsystems.ca/
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information about Bowen family systems theory and is not
considered the practice of counselling or therapy. The information presented are the views of the people
who say them. Any information used from this podcast is used at your own risk.
This podcast episode looks at the idea of togetherness, a way Bowen family systems theory describes how people operate in relation to the group. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea, along with examples, what they find important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for further thinking.
Dr. Kathleen Smith is a licensed therapist and writer who lives in Washington, DC. Her books include Everything Isn’t Terrible and True to You: A Therapist’s Guide to Stop Pleasing Others and Start Being Yourself. She is an associate faculty member at the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family and author of the popular newsletter, The Anxious Overachiever.
Resources:
Ashley Ward, The Social Life of Animals: https://tinyurl.com/y75n3vnz
Cacioppo & Patrick – Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection.
Podcast – How Family Dynamics Play Out At Work: Morra Aarons-Mele. The Anxious Achiever. Nov 8, 2021.
Kathleen Smith’s newsletter: https://theanxiousoverachiever.substack.com/
Kathleen Smith, Everything Isn’t Terrible: https://shorturl.at/uxl9l
Kathleen Smith, True To You: https://shorturl.at/5qyUT
Dr. Murray Bowen, Family Therapy in Clinical Practice: https://tinyurl.com/5yhxmna9
Elevator Systems S1Ep1 Systems Thinking with Dave Galloway
This podcast episode looks at the idea of systems thinking, a central topic of Bowen family systems
theory. Each guest will give a brief elevator pitch of this idea, along with examples, what they find
important about the idea, and takeaway resources and ideas for further thinking.
Dave Galloway has been studying Bowen Theory for over 20 years. He has spoken at conferences, is
an instructor, and writes on systems thinking. He is certified as Family Enterprise Advisor and Clear
Leadership trainer. Having worked in the software industry for decades in leadership roles he has seen
the impact of emotional functioning in work systems. Dave lives in Vancouver, BC and is on the faculty
of Living Systems.
Resources:
Kathleen Smith newsletter, “When You’re Too Close to the Problem:
https://theanxiousoverachiever.substack.com/p/when-youre-too-close-to-the-problem
Questions for continued thinking:
What are 5 or 10 other explanations you could make up for what’s happening here?
If your parent/partner/kid were in the room, what would they have to say about this?
Dr. Murray Bowen, Family Therapy in Clinical Practice: https://tinyurl.com/5yhxmna9
TIME STAMPS:
Pitch - 2:00
Examples - 6:55
Usefulness - 15:35
Takeaway - 28:05
#bowenfamilysystemstheory #bowentheory #systems
#murraybowen #relationship #family #systemsthinking
Living Systems Counselling and Training provides educational material for those interested in learning
more about Bowen family systems theory:
https://livingsystems.ca/
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information about Bowen family systems theory and is not
considered the practice of counselling or therapy. The information presented are the views of the people
who say them. Any information used from this podcast is used at your own risk.
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