Understanding the Human Condition

In this insightful episode, Dr. James Flowers and co-host Robin French sit down with David Walsh, a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in addiction treatment. As the founder of Dripping Springs Healthcare and COO of CARMAhealth, David brings his extensive experience in treating substance use disorders to the discussion. The episode dives into the personal nature of recovery, the understanding that relapse is not failure, and how addiction is a disease. David emphasizes that while there's no single "right" way to stay in recovery, the only essential rule is not using. This candid conversation sheds light on the complexities of addiction and how compassionate addiction treatment can transform lives.

Connect with David Walsh: LinkedIn | CARMA Health

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Our VIP guest Sydney Holland who is the Co-Owner of “The Urban and The Mystic”, Founder of the “Sydney D. Holland Foundation”, & Celebrity House Flipper, Sits with Dr. Flowers and Robin as they discuss Sydney’s passion for philanthropy, her Entrepreneurial spirit, her success as a Celebrity House Flipper but it’s worth mentioning that her greatest joy is derived from being a Mother to three children under the age of 7.

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This panel of professionals discuss how the recent ruling by Texas State Board of Social Workers impacts them both personally and professionally. On October 12, 2020, the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners and the Behavioral Health Executive Council voted unanimously to change a section of the Code of Conduct that establishes when a social worker may refuse to serve someone. The code no longer prohibits social workers from turning away clients based on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. Gov. Abbott’s office proposed this change last minute just three days before the Board’s vote and on the eve of an important election.

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Celebrity Restaurateur Johnny has a heartfelt, candid discussion with Dr. Flowers and Robin regarding his life journey, his love for food and family, the trials and tribulations of success, his beautiful (and well written) new cookbook entitled With Gratitude and how passionate he feels about his employees. Johnny’s wit, humor, and charm are a definite “like, comment, and share” for this week’s episode of “Understanding the Human Condition.”

Key Takeaways:

• 04:08 – Why Johnny thinks everyone should work in the restaurant business
• 08:19 – Johnny shares his experience at Sam Houston
• 10:31 – Why the best teachers are the ones who don’t preach but set an example
• 13:51 – Johnny talks about the influence of his grandparents
• 17:05 – Johnny shares the secret sauce for keeping staff
• 22:49 – How Johnny managed to keep his business afloat during COVID
• 26:43 – Johnny’s charity work
• 31:02 – Advice to listeners facing personal challenges

Resources Mentioned:

• JFlowers Health Institute – https://jflowershealth.com
• JFlowers Health Institute Contact – (713) 715-1618)
• Subscribe on your favorite player: https://understanding-the-human-condition.captivate.fm/listen
• Johnny’s Website: https://carrabbafamily.com
• Johnny’s Book: With Gratitude, Johnny Carrabba Celebrating 30 Years of Recipes, Stories and Family
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Robbin Mooney and Angela Carrillo discuss how they create space for new ideas in helping clients and families with their healthcare needs. Exploring the idea that there is a place for all approaches, Robbin and Angela share details on why they do what they do for living and how they ensure open-minded and transparent communication through their own personal and professional growth work.

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Dr. James Flowers, PhD Founder, J. Flowers Health Institute

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Special Guest Candy Finnigan is a Nationally recognized Professional Interventionist, Certified Master Addiction Counselor III and featured interventionist on A&E’s groundbreaking reality series, Intervention. Candy is a nationally recognized author, “When Enough is Enough: A Comprehensive Guide to Successful Intervention”, which is a guide used by so many to conduct successful family interventions.

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Host Dr. Flowers, Co-host Robin French and VIP Guest Heather Hayes discuss addiction as being the biggest terrorist we face. Listen as they discuss how as a nation we are at a crisis state and if not addressed we could potentially lose an entire generation to addiction

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Dr. Flowers, Dr. Fortes (Board Certified Physician from the Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery), and Robin discuss plastic surgery, qualifying as a good candidate for plastic surgery, plastic surgery in the transgender community, and the benefits of therapy before and after surgery. They also discuss body dysmorphic disorder, how to approach the subject of body dysmorphia with a loved one, and what effective treatment looks like.

To learn more about J. Flowers Health Institute, please visit https://jflowershealth.com/.

To learn more about Dr. Fortes and plastic surgery, please visit https://fortesmd.com/.

Dr. James Flowers, PhD, LPC-S, Founder, J. Flowers Health Institute and Robin French, VP of Concierge Relations, J. Flowers Health Institute talk with Dr. Louise Stanger, LCSW, CSAT-1, CDWF, CIP Dr. Flowers and Dr. Stanger discuss her upcoming book and her passion for helping families cope with addiction.

Learn more about Dr. Louise Stanger at http://louisestanger.me/.

Learn more about J. Flowers Health Institute at jflowershealth.com/.