For today's episode, I appear as a guest on Charles Duhigg's podcast How To! featuring myself and Andy Puddicombe, founder of Headspace and an expert on techniques for how to fall (and remain) asleep.

My contact info: 

[email protected]

benjaminrussack.com

415.497.1908

Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

Today we talk to Ryan Saldivar, Massage Therapist, Yoga Instructor, musician, and soon to be Doctor of Chiropractic. Ryan is a joint and spine rehabilitation specialist who has helped over 5,000 people with back pain since recovering from his own injuries as recounted in the current episode. 

Ryan Saldivar can be reached at: 

 [email protected]

I can be reached at:

[email protected]

benjaminrussack.com

tel: 415.497.1908

Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

Today we examine the physical and mental health benefits of Brazilian Jujitsu and  martial arts at large. We will also discuss some of the dramatic ups and downs experienced by those who walk the path of the martial artist as well as some of the shadowy aspects of dojo culture. 

The star of today's show is Mike Murrell, a Jiu-Jitsu Instructor at Ralph Gracie San Francisco and the Owner of his own Jiu-Jitsu school, The Cave Academy, in Pacifica, California. He holds a Blackbelt in both Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and has been teaching for nearly 15 years. Outside of the Martial Arts, Mike is a bit of a Psychology and Philosophy Nerd with unique experiences which dovetail beautifully  to this week's topic. He will bravely discuss his family history of depression and other mental health conditions, as well as his own struggles with anxiety induced panic attacks. He will also describe the role he plays for his students in relation to bullying, building confidence, dealing with nervousness in competition, and healing from histories of trauma through the practice and community of Jiu-Jitsu.

You can reach him on instagram (@cavemikebjj) or check out his Academy at: www.thecaveacademy.org.

Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

My Contact Info: [email protected]; benjaminrussack.com, 415.497.1908

Today we present a third interview with Nick Turner, dating coach, who breaks down, in incredible detail, the first fifteen minutes of a conversation between yourself and a person you just met.  

My Contact Info: [email protected]; benjaminrussack.com, 415.497.1908

Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

Today we present a second interview with Nick Turner, dating coach, who discusses the importance of Mindset and the Five Pillars of dating. 

My Contact Info: [email protected]; benjaminrussack.com, 415.497.1908

Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

Today we interview Brad Smallwood LMFT, who discusses his experience working with teens with emphasis on comnunicating with and listening to your teen. 

My Contact Info: [email protected]; benjaminrussack.com, 415.497.1908

Brad Smallwood, LMFT: [email protected]; bradfordsmallwood.com; 415.343.5254

Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

My Contact Information: 

[email protected]; 415. 497.1908l benjaminrussack.com

Joe Reagan's Contact Information: [email protected]

Also, for more information on recovery resources, please refer to the program notes from my addiction and recovery episode featuring Alec. 

Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

My Contact Information: 

[email protected]; 415. 497.1908l benjaminrussack.com

Stephanie Hanger LMFT can be reached at:

[email protected]; 415.813.2973; www.stephaniehanger.com

As always, please feel to call or email with any questions or concerns!

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Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

My Contact information: [email protected]; 415.497.1908; benjaminrussack.com

TJ Woodward: [email protected]; www.tjwoodward.com ; www.ConsciousRecovery.com

ABOUT TJ WOODWARD

TJ Woodward  is a revolutionary addiction recovery specialist, bestselling author, inspirational speaker, and treatment consultant who has helped countless people through his simple, yet powerful teachings.

He is the author of the books Conscious Being: Awakening to your True Nature and Conscious Recovery: A Fresh Perspective on Addiction. TJ is also the creator of The Conscious Recovery Method, which is a ground breaking and effective approach to viewing and treating addiction.

He was given the honor of being ordained as an Agape minister by Dr. Michael Beckwith and is also the founding minister of Agape Bay Area in Oakland, which was the first satellite community of The Agape International Spiritual Center in LA. 

Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

Today we interview Brad Smallwood LMFT, who discusses his experience and adventures from working within the Bay Area's frenetically paced tech world. 

My Contact Info: [email protected]; benjaminrussack.com, 415.497.1908

Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism: 

Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

Brad Smallwood, LMFT: [email protected]; bradfordsmallwood.com; 415.343.5254