This Way Out Podcast

I have a tendency to let the news and social media bring me down. In this blog entry, I explain what might be behind the attraction to bad news, the encounter that acted as the catalyst behind "This Way Out," and why, most times, the news is just the news.

In this episode, I attempt to provide a few tips on how to open a dialogue with someone who might be experiencing some personal difficulties. I also go into establishing foundations for future conversations along with obstacles one might face along the way.

In this episode I share how my perspective of being compassionate changed thanks to the kind actions of my wife toward someone asking for money. I talk about how sometimes, our compassion can be reserved for those we deem worth, and withheld form people we judge to be unworthy.

One obstacle to overcome when reaching out for help is the feeling of burdening another person with our problems. But, sometimes that's exactly what you need. In this episode, I encourage the use of video calls and also share an exercise that will hopefully give some ideas in positive self talk

The obligations of college have once again take priority this week, but enjoy this replay of a past episode.

I'm knee deep in finals and college papers, so we're going to have to go with a replay for today's episode. Enjoy the replay of "Opening Message" Talk to you again, soon!

Generally speaking, when we, as a people, can allow fear to govern our actions toward others; not in our group. In this episode, I issue a challenge of love and compassion in response to fear and anxiety. I also advise reducing the "circle of focus" in order to alleviate feelings of anxiety in the current climate.

The process of creating a beautiful piece of art takes time. Especially the process of sculpting glass. I relate the process of glass sculpting to the adversity and stress that we experience in our lives and explain that when we give ourselves to the process and allow it to shape us, we can be left with something we can be proud of and will stand the test of time. Image: Adobe Stock Photo Song: Summer in the Neighborhood (Bad Snacks)

Are you taking care of yourself? It's easy to put ourselves second as we make our way through this busy life. In this episode, I address some areas that could probably use some extra attention. Also, I offer tips and advice as to how you can address those areas yourself.

Music by: Black Box

Musical composer John Williams has been writing soundtracks for blockbuster movies for over 40 years. In a recent interview, he explained that without the work of an orchestra, the music he writes has no life. In this episode, I take those words and create a life metaphor, I hope some can appreciate.

Music by: John Williams (Raiders of the Lost Ark Theme)