Although summer is long gone, the Holiday season for travel and vacation is just around the corner. Throughout the years, my family and I have been on a number of vacations where we’ve made memories and still talk about our experiences, today. Whether it’s the mountains in Tennessee, a cabana in Negril, Jamaica, the busy streets of New York City, or the magnificent Grand Canyon. Whether you’re traveling to a far-off destination, or just taking a few days off at home, vacationing can be one of the most restorative things you do for your mind and body. But the real key is approaching it mindfully — before, during, and after your time away.

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Violence has a way of shaking us to the core. In recent weeks, two tragedies have gripped our nation. But here’s the question: How should we respond? Not just politically, not just socially—but spiritually. Today, we’re going to step back from the headlines and ask: What does the Bible say when a nation is rocked by violence? We’ll explore five timeless truths from scripture—truths about the value of life, the call to justice, the danger of hatred, the responsibility of leadership, and the hope of peace through Christ.

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References

Economic Times. (2025, August 29). Charlotte train stabbing ends Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska’s pursuit of the American dream. The Economic Times. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/charlotte-train-stabbing-ends-ukrainian-refugee-iryna-zarutskas-pursuit-of-the-american-dream/articleshow/123838303.cms

PBS NewsHour. (2025, September 11). How recent political violence in the U.S. fits into a long, dark history. PBS. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/how-recent-political-violence-in-the-u-s-fits-into-a-long-dark-history

Associated Press. (2025, September 12). A timeline of Charlie Kirk’s assassination and the arrest of a suspect. WRAL. https://www.wral.com/story/a-timeline-of-charlie-kirks-assassination-and-the-arrest-of-a-suspect/22156728/ WRAL.com

Reuters. (2025, September 11). Investigators in Charlie Kirk killing find weapon, release images of person of interest. Reuters. https://www.reuters.com/world/us/investigators-charlie-kirk-killing-find-weapon-release-images-person-interest-2025-09-11/ Reuters

Fox News. (2025, September 10-11). Charlie Kirk shot dead in Utah: Timeline of assassination. Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/us/charlie-kirk-assassination-timeline-utah-campus-shooting-details-attack-manhunt-suspect Fox News

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In this episode, I’ll be applying diagnostic criteria to two fictional characters: Sherlock Holmes (played by various actors) and Charlie (from the film, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, played by Logan Lerman). As I journey through these characters' stories, you may see some related themes in your own life. At first, the episode will be a little…technical (with loads of medical jargon). But, stick with me. You might learn something about yourself. And, it may surprise you to learn about my view of diagnostic criteria…

SPOILER ALERT for anyone who has not seen these characters portrayed in media (as I will be discussing specific moments). Also, my utilization of these films and characters is not an endorsement of their content nor their themes.  

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References

American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). 

Chbosky, S. (Director). (2012). The Perks of Being a Wallflower [Film]. Summit Entertainment; Lionsgate Films

Hautzinger, D. (2017). Sherlock season 4 recap: The final problem. WWTW PBS: Playlist Recaps. https://interactive.wttw.com/playlist/2017/01/16/sherlock-recap-end 

Konnikova, M. (2012). Stop calling sherlock a sociopath! Thanks, a psychologist. Criminal Element: Mysteries, Thrillers, & All Things Killer. https://www.criminalelement.com/stop-calling-sherlock-a-sociopath-psychologist-maria-konnikova/ 

Pentzold, C., Lohmeier, C., & Birkner, T. (2023). Communicative remembering: Revisiting a basic mnemonic concept. Memory, Mind & Media, 2, 1–15. https://doi.org/10.1017/mem.2023.7

Ramsland, K. (2013). A mindlike sherlock holmes. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/shadow-boxing/201301/mind-sherlock-holmes 

World Health Organization. (2024). International classification of diseases (11th revision). https://icd.who.int/browse/2024-01/mms/en#585833559 

Hyland, P., Shevlin, M., McNally, S., Murphy, J., Hansen, M., & Elklit, A. (2016). Exploring differences between the ICD-11 and DSM-5 models of PTSD: Does it matter which model is used? Journal of Anxiety Disorders, 37, 48–53. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.janxdis.2015.11.002 

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In this episode, I’ll be breaking down the “launching” life cycle stage experienced by families with children. To do this, I’ll be exploring the themes and characters portrayed in the 2004 film 13 Going On 30. McGoldrick and colleagues (2015) note that “Adolescents are more prone to take risks than adults because the hormones that signal seeking pleasure are at their height of intensity. The lag between physical, sexual, and mental development explains some of the erratic behavior and poor judgment that characterize many adolescents and that frighten adults” (p. 305).

SPOILER ALERT for anyone who has not seen this movie (as I will be discussing specific moments in the film). Also, my utilization of this film is not an endorsement of its content nor its themes.  

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References

McGoldrick, M., Carter, B.A., & Garcia-Preto, N.A. (2015). The expanded family life cycle: Individual, family and social perspectives (5th ed.). Pearson. (ISBN 9780205968060)

Imber-Black, E. (2019). Rituals in contemporary couple and family therapy. In APA handbook of contemporary family psychology: Family therapy and training, Vol. 3. (pp. 239–253). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000101-015Links to an external site.

Kimmel, M.S. (2016). The gendered family. In M.S. Kimmel (Ed.), The gendered society (pp. 151-203). Oxford. 

Sue, D.M., & Sue, D. (2015). Counseling women. In D.W. Sue & D. Sue (Eds.), Counseling the culturally diverse (pp. 725-746). WIley. 

Valiquette-Tessier, S.-C., Vandette, M.-P., & Gosselin, J. (2016). Is family structure a cue for stereotyping? A systematic review of stereotypes and parenthood. Journal of Family Studies, 22(2), 162–181.

Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000101-015Links to an exFailure ternal site.

Winick, G. (2004). Thirteen Going On Thirty. Sony Pictures Entertainment

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According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AACM) and the American College of Physicians (ACP), Chronic insomnia occurs when you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. In this episode, I discuss Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Insomnia (CBT-I) and medicines used to treat insomnia.

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References

Cooper, M., & Nelson, L.A. (2025). Better night equals better days: Strategies for effective treatment in chronic insomnia disorder. Pharmcon The Rx Consultant, 34(1).

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Children with secure attachment bonds will be able to feel protected by their parents, and they will be able to know that they can depend on them to guide them and support them in the emotional areas they require in order to develop relationships that are healthy and that of earned security.

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References

Diamond, G. S., Diamond, G. M., & Levy, S. A. (2014). Attachment-based family therapy for depressed adolescents. American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/14296-000Links to an external site.

Allen, K.R., & Henderson, A.C. (2017). Family theories: Foundations and applications. Wiley Blackwell

Anderson, F.G., Sweezy, M., Schwartz, R.C. (2017) Internal family systems skills training manual: Trauma-informed treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD and substance abuse. PESI, Inc.

Diamond, G. S., Diamond, G. M., & Levy, S. A. (2014). Attachment-based family therapy for depressed adolescents. American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/14296-000

Kanter, D., & Lehr, W. (1975). Inspire the family: Toward a theory of family process. Joseph-Bass.

Nelson, T. S. (2018). Solution-Focused Brief Therapy with Families. Taylor & Francis.

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Jael Henry, my sister-in-law and Doula! Jael grew up in South Florida and now lives in North Carolina. Jael is a graduate of North Carolina A&T (go Aggies!) with a Bachelors in Sociology and a concentration in Business Management. After giving birth to her son in 2020, Jael began passionately persuing educating herself and parents-to-be about the resources available for pregnancy and birth. Jael is a certified Doula committed to nurturing the journey of new life. With each birth, Jael brings faith, strength, and unwavering support, ensuring that your family's story begins with love and guidance.

In this episode, we discuss Jael's Doula business, Embrace Birthing, and her personal journey to motherhood.

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I interview Dr. Marina Buksov and we discuss the "second brain", gut and psychology syndrome, and bone broth (say what?!). There's also a brief interruption by a minion!!

Guest Bio: Marina Buksov is a registered Doctor of Pharmacy, Health Coach, Clinical Herbalist, and lifelong learner of the Healing Arts. She is the creator of Start Your Holistic Herbal Practice course mentoring other healthcare professionals in clinical herbal as well as business skills. She is a functional medicine pharmacist as part of PharmToTable telehealth platform. When she is not studying, Marina likes to dance, paint, and tinker with various concoctions (tea blends, meals, DIY projects). She lives with her husband, toddler and two mischievous kitties in NYC.

Contact: the [email protected]

Instagram: themindfulpharmd

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Article: Gut Health – a.k.a. Your Enteric System or Second Brain: https://www.drmarinabuksov.com/?s=second+brain

Podcast: https://www.drmarinabuksov.com/podcasts/ 

Recipes: https://www.drmarinabuksov.com/recipes/ 

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Systemic therapists are well suited to consult organizations given the structural concepts pioneered by early family therapists. Additionally, family therapists are suited for consultant work with organizations because of their interest in the welfare of the individuals and the system. This interest allows the family therapists to work toward improving the interactions between managers and employees, for example, to strengthen the system’s productivity. 

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References

• Allen, K.R., & Henderson, A.C. (2017). Family theories: Foundations and applications. Wiley Blackwell
• Kanter, D., & Lehr, W. (1975). Inspire the family: Toward a theory of family process. Joseph-Bass.
• Law Enforcement Officers Relief Fund (LEORF). (2021). Infographic: PTSD in first responders. https://leorf.org/2021/08/13/infographic-ptsd-in-first-responders/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAuou6BhDhARIsAIfgrn59IiMJYEnkEgUgR5EKVLhANTRPTmdCYxR_CEfyqgtu6OtFp_VrIeoaAlnDEALw_wcB 
• Lee, J., & Danes, S. M. (2012). Uniqueness of family therapists as family business systems consultants: A cross-disciplinary investigation. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 38(SUPPL.1), 92-104–104. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1752-0606.2012.00309.x
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). Trauma-informed care in behavioral health services: A treatment improvement protocol. http://store.samhsa.gov.
• Violanti, J. (2018). PTSD among police officers: Impact on critical decision making. Dispatch 11(5). https://cops.usdoj.gov/html/dispatch/05-2018/PTSD.html 

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References

Williams, M., & Penman, D. (2011). Mindfulness: An eight week plan for finding peace in a frantic world. Rodale.

Philippians 4:8 (Amplified)

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