#recovery #addiction #healing #psychology
⚠Addiction is no joke, but humor and authentic discussion can lessen its potent sting.
▶Dr. Robb Kelly is no stranger to therapeutic humor. A recovery coach and the founder and CEO of the Robb Kelly Recovery Group, Dr. K has a PhD in Behavioral Science from Oxford University, but don't allow his serious education to make you think discussion with the doctor is dull.
✅With work attire consisting of designer sneakers, bright shirts, and scrubs, plus a rapid fire sense of humor, counseling with Dr. K is anything BUT business as usual. You can witness his passion for healing addiction across many different television platforms, including Dr. Phil, The Doctors, Oprah, and more. The Doctor is an experienced speaker, and currently cohosts the Breaking Through Addiction podcast.
🔥Join Dr Kelly and I as we discuss:
His personal story of success as a professional, struggle with addiction, and subsequent sustained recovery
The importance of somatic (physical) reprocessing and healing to mental health
The root causes of addiction and paths to recovery
The cost of "isolating in public" and deprivation of human contact, in a digital world
How to "Get out of the box" of social conformity
PLUS,
Email Dr. Kelly for a free copy of his book, "Daddy, Daddy, Please Stop Drinking," dedicated to Robb's daughter. The book contains implementable tips and strategies for addiction recovery:
[email protected]
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▶Find Dr. Robb Kelly on:
✅His website: https://robbkelly.com/services
✅Twitter: https://twitter.com/robbkellygroup?lang=en
✅His Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-through-addiction/id1527640123

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Default Friend is a blogger and Twitter personality who decided to make friendship her mission.  
After moving to the San Francisco Bay Area, DF made a vow to be available and willing to attend events with others, serving as an impromptu "plus one."   
Her quest also resulted in an advice column (still continuing) called "Default Wisdom."   
Hear us discuss the following:  
✅the reason for her advice column and focus on friendship 
✅why people hate therapy and discussing mental health 
✅the factors leading DF to implement stronger boundaries (online and off) 

 Find Default Friend:  
🔥on Twitter: https://twitter.com/default_friend?lang=en
🔥on Substack (newsletter): https://defaultfriend.substack.com/

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Joey Doughty, formerly known to Twitter as "Improvement Geek," is rebranding as "Psypreneur."  In this interview, Joey and I engage in a lightning-fast discussion about the psychology of productivity, and how to unlock your mental potential.   If you want to learn how to train your brain toward success, you won't want to miss this interview.
If you want to learn how to train your brain toward success, you won't want to miss this interview.
We cover:
🔥Psypreneur's favorite book recommendations
🔥Toxic elements to avoid in self-help culture
🔥Tips from the psychology of motivation that actually WORK

Find Joey on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/Psypreneur

Find Joey on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/user/Josahty

One of his Favorite Books:
https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Classics-Second-important-personality/dp/1857886747

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In this installment of the show,  we're joined by Dr. Karol Darsa, author of "The Trauma Map: Five Steps to Reconnect with Yourself." 
Dr. Karol Darsa is founder and director of Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center, and draws from her extensive training and experience in telling us what heals mental wounds, versus the factors that make psychological pain more unbearable. 
If you want to better understand WHAT constitutes trauma and what you can do to develop greater resilience, this is the podcast episode for you. 
Dr. Darsa provides us with an overview of her book, which is carefully crafted to dispel myths surrounding trauma, and provides practical techniques for overcoming intrusive memories and the pervasive fear that follow traumatic events. Dr. Darsa shares relevant and memorable stories from both her life and clinical practice, in order to clarify the neuroscience of trauma, and the neurological interventions which offer healing. 
Find Dr. Darsa through her▶
Book ✅ https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003
Practice ✅https://www.reconnectcenter.com/
Psychology Today Listing ✅https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center-pacific-palisades-ca/205915

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Dr. Catherine Jackson, known to fans as "Dr. J," is an accomplished neurotherapist and licensed psychologist who has provided interviews to outlets such as the Washington Post, CNN, the Huffington Post, and many more.
She joins us today in order to provide an expert explanation of neurotherapy, or in other words: how to rewire a brain.
She goes on to discuss the efficacy of brain training, neuroplasticity, myths of brain science, and the ways in which the mental health establishment can better outreach the African American community.
Don't miss this episode; you might just change your mind.

Find her on
Her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-holistic-way-with-dr-j/id1462238556
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCCJackson
Her nonprofit foundation website: https://drccj.com/
Her favorite interview: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2019/07/19/is-teen-sexting-cause-concern-or-no-big-deal-how-help-kids-stay-safe-online/

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The veteran, mental health advocate, and exercise aficionado Gym Class Hero joins the Fox Den for this candid conversation regarding trauma as an epidemic to service men and women. Listen in as we discuss: 
Effective approaches to healing trauma 
Exercise as therapeutic 
Dissociation as a principle component as PTSD. 
The importance of revealing  past trauma to intake clinicians and therapists, for appropriate  diagnosis.
PTSD as being "frozen in time" (25 mins into podcast)
Stigmas  surrounding mental health and trauma
▶Find her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crushing_Goals

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Donald Robertson is a prolific author and psychotherapist, whose extensive historical study of Stoicism informs his books and practice. Join us as he dispels myths regarding Stoic philosophy, and demonstrates how this school of thought may be used as psychotherapy. This interview focuses upon conceptualizing Stoicism as a practical counseling approach, and explores:
-Why a large readership rapidly adopted Stoic thought and books in recent years, while the psychotherapy landscape has remained largely unchanged
-Why certain elements of stoic thought and analysis have defied easy adoption into counseling practice, and how this can be changed by clinicians
-How Stoicism and philosophical inquiry were explicitly intended and used as therapy models, in antiquity
-How Stoicism was discovered, forgotten, and rediscovered by the fields of psychology and psychotherapy
-Specific Stoic interventions which lend themselves easily to therapy and improvement of mental health
-Why COVID-19 is not too large a challenge for Stoic philosophy, and how to address ongoing stresses with the wisdom of the ancients.

⚠Find Donald on:
▶his website- https://donaldrobertson.name/
▶Twitter- https://twitter.com/DonJRobertson
▶Modern Stoicism- https://modernstoicism.com/
▶Academic article which proposes the clinical usage of Stoicism ("Stoic Philosophy as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy")-
https://medium.com/stoicism-philosophy-as-a-way-of-life/stoic-philosophy-as-a-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-597fbeba786a
▶Stoicism and Resilience in the Time of Pandemic- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qt5KDLxBvhw&feature=youtu.be

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On this special "quaran-cast," my friend and fellow mental health enthusiast Praetorian Swift debriefs us on essential tactical awareness and safety skills, for our perilous present times. He even provides details on what to include in a "bug out bag" or "make it home safely bag," depending on your circumstances. You'll want to hear his recommendations for mandatory provisions, as well as which multi-tool has proven most resilient, in his experience. 
It's difficult to overstate Swift's credentials, as he has served as: 

ranch hand
lifeguard
paramedic
medic
law enforcement officer
chaplain
arms trainer

Explore the psychology of first responders and military with Swift and me, following our discussion of situational awareness imperatives. 
Learn about the spirituality which has empowered my guest in his singular journey, and that continues to inspire him. This takes us on a rousing conversation of CS Lewis, which includes lesser known works by the author. 
CS Lewis Doodles channel:
https://www.youtube.com/user/CSLewisDoodle
Find Mr. Praetorian Swift: 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PraetorianSwift
Mailing List: https://www.praetorianswift.com/

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Joselyn Hughes is an accomplished comedian and author whose work ranges from stand-up to writing for tv shows. Her book "DIY Damnit" is a testament to her love of crafting AND humor. Joselyn is also an advocate for mental health and wellness practices, particularly breathwork and somatic approaches.
Join us as we discuss: 
-her favorite comedians and bands
-what inspired her start in the comedy world
-self care in the time of COVID-19
-overcoming trauma through sound therapeutic wisdom and humor
-therapy techniques and exercises for the throes of anxiety
-the psychoanalysis of hecklers
-why we should have all bought bidets 
🔥Find Joselyn: 
✅Twitter: https://twitter.com/joselynhughes
✅Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/joselynhughes
✅DIY Damnit: https://www.amazon.com/DIY-Dammit-Practical-Curse-Free-Crafting-ebook/dp/B00TE94UVS/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=diy+damn+it+book&qid=1585591657&sr=8-3

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Jason Snyder, PhD is an adjunct professor at Appalachian State University (ASU), serving in the Department of Sustainable Development.
He is a man for all seasons, just as comfortable discussing mindfulness, self-inquiry, and the finer points of eastern philosophy as he is addressing "fractal localism" and "permaculture." This is who you want in a "Walking Dead" Scenario, in which sustainable agriculture AND philosophy are both required.
Jason's expertise at proposing and fashioning sustainable agricultural ecosystems (with a view toward economic sustainability) serves as a welcome and timely topic, in the latter portion of this interview.
The first hour of this podcast contrasts Jason's psychological and philosophical background with my own, with a deep yet conversational dive into applied philosophy and psychology. I speak with Jason regarding the "both/and" stance of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as this relates to his own personal journey as a "cartographer of ideas," who practices curious listening toward dissonant ideas. "Both/AND" is even the name of a podcast which he hosts with Jared Janes.
Special attention is dedicated to the overlap between psychology (especially Robert Keegan's Theory of Adult Development) and spiritual experiences, with relevance to daily functioning. Our dialogue regarding the interactive relationship between neurobiology (limbic system, frontal lobe, etc.) and personality growth/pathlogy is especially notable.
Jason's fondness for 
🔥psychological development theory, 
🔥metamodernity
🔥and curiosity regarding the predisposition for human beings to compartmentalize themselves into "memetic tribes"
All form a bridge between the "Both/AND" podcast and the Fox Den.
You'll also want to hear our conversation regarding Jason's article, Decentralizing Cognition: Integrating Mindfulness and Self-Inquiry.
Our interview concludes with a focus upon Jason's passion for combining economic and environmental sustainability.
▶Find Jason via
✅Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/both-and/id1451020286
✅Twitter: https://twitter.com/cognazor
✅Article on The Side View: https://thesideview.co/articles/decentralizing-cognition/

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