Illustrator Steve McDonald is the creator of the coloring books  Fantastic Cities and  Fantastic Structures. These books are designed particularly for adults, as an exercise in mindfulness and anxiety reduction. Complex coloring is a therapeutic tool that many therapists and individuals are using to increase relaxation and present focused thinking. They are also a fun way to engage with art, especially for those of us who don't always draw that well on our own. Plus, Steve is a fantastic and interesting person. Enjoy our discussion.  

Steve McDonald Mindful Coloring

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Dr Don St John joins the program to discuss his approach to healing from trauma and becoming a whole and healthy self. His treatment strategies include the use of Somatic Techniques to tie the mind and body together for deeper psychological healing. Follow his work at www.pathsofconnection.com --- Consider becoming part of the Broken Brain by supporting and sharing the show, gaining access to the bonus materials on our patreon: www.patreon.com/brokenbrain 

Somatic Practices for Healing with Don St John

In the 1960s, Walter J Miller travelled around the USA performing lobotomies for the media and the public, as well as training staff in psychiatric facilities. As the inventor of the Transoptical method of lobotomy, Miller unfortunately caused thousands of people to receive this dangerous, and often very damaging, procedure. This episode is the monthly dive into mental health history. These episodes are released every Thursday on The Broken Brain's Patreon feed, www.patreon.com/brokenbrain 

Thursday This-Story: Lobotomobile

You know (and love) Sharon, frequent cohost and All-Things-Marvel Correspondent for The Broken Brain. She is here today to share all about K-pop, her invovlement and interest in this movement, and how it has culturally and politically had an impact in Western culture. As a former politician herself, Sharon understands the nuances of advocacy and has seen movements has heavy influence on young people and voters.  Follow Sharon's work at www.speak-up.co Consider contributing to the Broken Brain by visiting www.dwighthurst.com/podcast to see how you can get invovled.

Cultural Impact of K-pop, with Sharon Blady

Christopher Morris is the author of the new book "We Are All Made of Scars," which tells the story of the extreme difficulties caused by living with his mother's alcohol addiction, and how this caused pain for him and for her. His story is one of vulnerability, pain, trauma, and healing.  ---- If you would like to contribute to the podcast, please share your story or questions at www.dwighthurst.com/podcast  You can also find ways to support the show and become part of the Broken Brain patron community. 

Growing Up with an Alcoholic Parent, with Christopher Morris

Ande Welling is a fantastic therapist and expert in Dance & Movement Therapy. A while back she gave this wonderful training for Mental Health clinicians, and I was lucky enough to rediscover this recording I made of her presentation.  ---------- Consider becoming part of the Podcasting action by filling out a survey, contacting directly, or supporting the show. Go to www.dwighthurst.com/podcast to learn more.

Steve McDonald Mindful Coloring

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