More and more we are seeing young people struggling with mental health and maintaining good balance in their work, school and social lives. Join us as we talk to Madisen Busenbark MS. AMFT, a professional in the field of young adult mental health and connections about the ongoing needs for self care and relationships as ways to deal with and preserve mental health. 

Check out the resources below for more information:

The DBT Deck for Clients and Therapists: 101 Mindful Practices to Manage Distress, Regulate Emotions & Build Better Relationships

https://www.amazon.com/DBT-Deck-Clients-Therapists-Relationships/dp/1683731441/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa_nodl?crid=3QCSVZQIXF8KX&keywords=DBT+deck+of+cards&qid=1643172295&sprefix=dbt+deck+of+cards%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyOTlOOENSM0syRzJCJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDI0NjgxWVBPNFE1TUVMTk1PJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA5NjU5NjkzOVVNMlc4OU1DN0lRJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=# 

Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World

https://www.amazon.com/Together-Connection-Performance-Greater-Happiness/dp/0062913298/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?crid=30SSBCLRH363H&keywords=together&qid=1643173327&sprefix=together%2Caps%2C213&sr=8-8

Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging

https://www.amazon.com/Tribe-Homecoming-Belonging-Sebastian-Junger/dp/1455566381/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=3KJ9HJ0BMX26N&keywords=tribe&qid=1643173353&sprefix=tribe%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-1#

Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain

https://www.amazon.com/Brainstorm-Power-Purpose-Teenage-Brain/dp/0399168834/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=2DRQW74IBSLJB&keywords=brainstorm&qid=1643173383&sprefix=brainstorm%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-3#

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The discourse of society has seen some ups and downs throughout the history of America and the one thing that has always been there to counter intolerance and ignorance is education. Tocqueville identified the intellectual diversity and involved citizenry as the reason that America was able to thrive in the fields of education from its inception and it is this diversity and engagement which allows the Great Conversation to continue in a world of cell phones and social media. Join us as our hosts talk with local Mayor Dawn Ramsey about education, discourse and the Great Conversation. 

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Ever wonder what would happen if you wanted to trade apples for firewood? Well this is the episode for you! Join us as we delve into the writings of political philosopher John Locke, writer of the First and Second Treatise on Government and inspiration to the founding fathers in their quest to find/create a true Republic that addressed the concerns of Natural Law and the Divine Right to Rule practiced by the British. In this episode we discuss natural law and the need that arises for a government system along with specifically how the founding fathers were influenced by a 70 year old text calling out the monarchy!

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In a world of instant gratification and market economies, there is nothing more important than remembering to give back when we can. We are strong believers in servant leadership and using the skills/education you have acquired to help give back to your community and be a changemaker. Our guests on this episode do just that with their organization, Audio House making music and equipment accessible to those who have something within to share with the world. This Giving Tuesday we would like to encourage you to reach out to your community and give back in any way you can. #givingtuesday

The hero's road is rarely one of peace and ease, rife with struggle, conflict, and difficulty the hero rises up and overcomes their obstacles growing in the process until finally their destiny is fulfilled. Remind you of anything? The hero's journey is very similar to that of the scholar. The scholar overcomes trials and adversity to grow and develop. Their final battle? Contributing to the Great Conversation of Ideas. Join us as we speak with former Paradigm mentor and current novelist Douglas Speck aka Nicholas Petrarch about the Hero and his journey in writing. 

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Have you ever wondered about your wonderings? Thought about your thinking? Stopped to ask yourself why you think the way you do? That is a mental model and it is the topic of today's Great Conversation. Join us as we learn about mental models and take a deep dive into the brain of one of our hosts Kelln Pratt. It is one of our most interesting and applicable episodes yet!

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The lenses through which we view the world around us clearly adjust and influence what it is we see and how it is interpreted. Photography then is a way for us to share our lenses with others to try to create a common dialogue. Today’s guest Connor Loyd is a professional photographer and his unique perspective definitely affected how we see the great conversation. Join us as we try and figure out what lens to use as we go on discussing the great ideas!

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Paradigm prides itself on its dedication to the pursuit of learning and the art of the scholar. As such the mentors (new and old) here at Paradigm are scholars in their own right. Join us today as we get to know our most recent lineup of new mentors and what makes them tick. 

Introducing:

Mr. Dalton

Ms. Gibbons

Mr. Gann

Mrs. Colton

Mr. Burt

Mr. Carlson