Matthias J Barker Podcast

By Matthias Barker

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What's Matthias J Barker Podcast about?

A podcast on moving towards what's meaningful despite hardship.

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Matthias J Barker Podcast episodes:

10.31.2022
Q&A - when you’re tired of holding onto hope
This is a snippet from my Q&A; with Dr. Frank Anderson for our workshop Healing Trauma. For more information, visit my website. This interview is brought to you by my friends over at Drink LMNT! I love this product as...
10.25.2022
Why Do I Get Panic Attacks?! | Conversation with Steve Hayes
In this latest episode, I'm joined once again by the incredible Dr. Steve Hayes to talk all about panic disorder. If you aren't familiar with Dr. Hayes, he is the co-founder of the ACT Therapy model, also known as Acceptance and...
09.20.2022
the healing power of literature and poetry
This week I'm joined by my co-author of On Grief. The poet William Bortz and I talk about:The difficulty of putting difficult life experiences into words and the healing power of poetry to help us reflect on what's most important...
08.09.2022
inner conflict and taking sides
In this episode, I am joined by one of my mentors, Jim McNeish. This is a much more personal conversation, as it much more closely resembles one of our mentorship sessions. We talk about my experience with quickly gaining a...
07.05.2022
inner-child work
This week I'm joined by the incredible Dr. Leah Katz! We unpacked a lot in this episode: the concept of connecting with your "inner child", what it means to "re-parent yourself", Trauma healing from the perspective of Carl Jung, IFS,...
06.21.2022
how trauma therapy can pull couples apart
It's not unusual for trauma therapy to disrupt some of our patterns and habits, within ourselves, and within our homes and partnerships. In this episode, I talk about what this can look like, and what we can we do to...
05.23.2022
how to find a good therapist
Free Webinar Next Week!!! https://matthiasjbarker.com/pages/recovering-confidence?utm_source=linktree Things to look for when looking for a therapist and things you can do before booking an intake session to increase the probability that therapy will be helpful and fruitful. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
05.11.2022
is online counseling worse?
a conversation with Dr. Hillary McBride, author of The Wisdom of Your Body, about the effects and lasting impacts of online counseling, including how this affects the relationships between therapist and client, and the impact of video conferencing in modern...
04.26.2022
masculinity
A podcast comparing and contrasting three philosophies of how to “be a man” and how those philosophies conceptualize masculinity and gender. Get an ad-free podcast feed here: https://www.patreon.com/matthiasjbarker Citations: De Beauvoir, S. (2010). The second sex. Knopf. The section on the...
04.12.2022
AMA - happiness, LD relationships, nagging
Secure Spot For April 18th Live Webinar with Matthias J Barker! https://matthiasjbarker.com/pages/understanding-emotions? A podcast discussing various ways of measuring and conceptualizing happiness, the data on long-term relationships and dynamics to keep in mind, and what exactly "nagging is" and how to...
03.29.2022
getting through grief
A conversation with Dr. Julie Smith on Grief and exploring the paradox of needing time to rejuvenate, rest, and distract yourself from the pain, while also needing to open yourself up to feeling the emotions of grief and loss. Dr....
03.01.2022
convincing someone to change
A conversation with Motivational Interviewing expert, Casey Jackson, on the process of change and how to come alongside people we love in their process. Casey has worked in Behavioral health for over 30 years and is a member of the...
03.01.2022
life update - March 2022
Welcome to SEASON 2 of the Matthias J Barker Podcast! I have exciting announcements! We found out the gender of our second child, we're moving to the southern United States, and I'm excited to share my plans for season 2...
12.21.2021
brain health, alzheimer's and nutrition - Interview with Dr. Daniel Amen
A conversation on the importance of eating well to not just have a healthier brain but have a better life. Pre-order Dr. Amen's new book "You, Happier" releasing March 1st, 2022. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
11.23.2021
marital conflict
A discussion on what makes conflict terrible and how to make it better. This content is a summary of the Gottman’s “four horsemen” research that can be found in their book: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A...
11.09.2021
becoming a psychotherapist
Thoughts on entering a career in psychology and making online psychological content. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
10.26.2021
if you're struggling with porn
Thoughts on entering a career in psychology and making online psychological content. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
10.12.2021
motivation and trauma
Trauma Workshop: https://matthiasjbarker.com/pages/trauma-workshop ACE Quiz: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-s... Statistical data: Chapman, D. P., Dube, S. R., & Anda, R. F. (2007). Adverse childhood events as risk factors for negative mental health outcomes. Psychiatric Annals, 37(5), 359–364. The discussion on the findings...
09.28.2021
falling back in love
The path to building emotional warmth and intimacy with the person you love. *Theory of bids derived from the Gottman Method. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
09.23.2021
empathy, sociopaths, and teenagers - Interview with Dr. Frank Anderson
A conversation with Dr. Anderson about IFS, the role of empathy in connection and its applications in our lives. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
09.15.2021
gratefulness
A mindfulness exercise on gratefulness and centering in on your values in the midst of hardship. Song by Cathartic Fall, find him on Spotify! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
07.20.2021
forgiving your parents
A conversation on what parenting is and how to move towards forgiveness. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
07.13.2021
psychology of fame
Why we call celebrities “stars” and complications in pursuing fame. Inspired by Carl Jung and Jordan Peterson’s lectures. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
07.06.2021
why get married?
A case for marriage and it’s advantages over long term dating. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
06.29.2021
childhood trauma
A reflection on false solutions and real healing from childhood trauma. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
06.22.2021
self-criticism
The interplay of shame and self-criticism and how to find freedom. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
06.15.2021
life update
Its been a while! Here's what I've been up to Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
04.28.2021
solving arguments
a method for solving deep core arguments Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
03.30.2021
irritation is a teacher
A breakdown of the kinds of personalities that irritate us the most and how to respond. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
03.24.2021
making friends as an adult
Making meaningful connections and developing new relationships into lasting long-term friendships. Intro song: Tides by Surname Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
03.16.2021
healing & embodiment
A discussion with Dr. Hillary McBride on the function of mental health practitioners, healing from trauma, and eating disorders. Look for her new book "The Wisdom of Your Body" in October 2021! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
03.08.2021
empathy is prejudiced
How relying solely on empathy can lead to great harm. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
03.01.2021
faith & sexual orientation - Interview with Ben Barker
A conversation with my younger brother ben about his experience growing up gay in a christian culture. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
03.01.2021
(reflection) faith & sexual orientation - Interview with Ben Barker
Reflecting with my younger brother Ben on what it was like posting his coming-out story and having it public for the world to see. Both his emotional journey and the stories he heard from people. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
02.22.2021
contentment & being open to change - Interview with Dr. Matthieu Villatte
A discussion on the seeming paradox between being in the present moment, making goals for the future, holding contentment, and being open to change. Dr. Villatte is an expert in Relational Frame Theory and is an author for the book:...
02.15.2021
bipolar, mindfulness, and christian prayer - Interview with John Mark Comer
An interview with John Mark Comer where we discuss the differences between christian prayer and modern mindfulness, identity formation and my personal history with bipolar II. Get John Mark's Book: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: https://www.amazon.com/Ruthless-Elimination-of-Hurry-audiobook/dp/B07ZL2MRDS/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3MUED31QRSTTB&dchild;=1&keywords;=ruthless+elimination+of+hurry+book&qid;=1613158052&sprefix;=ruthless+el%2Caps%2C269&sr;=8-2 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
02.10.2021
avoidance & goals
Why avoidance can turn on you and why to face things head on. Reflections from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Jordan Peterson Lectures. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
02.01.2021
what to do if you're suffering - interview with Dr. Steve Hayes
A conversation on Dr. Hayes' work in creating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and the psychological processes that are involved in thinking about and acting in moments of pain. Check out his book "A Liberated Mind": https://www.amazon.com/Liberated-Mind-Pivot-Toward-Matters/dp/073521400X/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid;=1612038395&sr;=8-1 ...
01.26.2021
boundaries
A discussion on honesty, refusing to manipulate others and the boundaries that promote this. Many of the ideas were inspired by the work of Cloud and Townsend in their book: Boundaries (2017). Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
01.13.2021
meaning & satisfaction
The 3 psychological categories needed to experience fulfillment. Category 1 and 3 are heavily influenced by Matthieu Villette’s 2016 book, Mastering the Clinical Conversation and the work of Victor Frankl on meaning. Category 2 is influenced by @Jordan.b.Peterson’s lectures. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
01.06.2021
motivation & childhood dreams
The connection between childhood wounds, dreams and our motivation. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
12.29.2020
relationship myths
Busting two myths this week when it comes to romance and relationships. Talking about the science of infatuation! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
12.23.2020
should I quit my job?
Dynamics to consider as you reflect on your career during quarantine. Original video was recorded April 2020. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
12.23.2020
the power of one idea
How one wrong idea can have an effect on your entire system of behaviors. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

What's Matthias J Barker Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Matthias J Barker Podcast episodes:

Q&A - when you’re tired of holding onto hope

Why Do I Get Panic Attacks?! | Conversation with Steve Hayes

the healing power of literature and poetry

inner conflict and taking sides

inner-child work

how trauma therapy can pull couples apart

how to find a good therapist

is online counseling worse?

masculinity

AMA - happiness, LD relationships, nagging

getting through grief

convincing someone to change

life update - March 2022

brain health, alzheimer's and nutrition - Interview with Dr. Daniel Amen

marital conflict

becoming a psychotherapist

if you're struggling with porn

motivation and trauma

falling back in love

empathy, sociopaths, and teenagers - Interview with Dr. Frank Anderson

gratefulness

forgiving your parents

psychology of fame

why get married?

childhood trauma

self-criticism

life update

solving arguments

irritation is a teacher

making friends as an adult

healing & embodiment

empathy is prejudiced

faith & sexual orientation - Interview with Ben Barker

(reflection) faith & sexual orientation - Interview with Ben Barker

contentment & being open to change - Interview with Dr. Matthieu Villatte

bipolar, mindfulness, and christian prayer - Interview with John Mark Comer

avoidance & goals

what to do if you're suffering - interview with Dr. Steve Hayes

boundaries

meaning & satisfaction

motivation & childhood dreams

relationship myths

should I quit my job?

the power of one idea

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