Uniformed Consent

DeMonta’s finally gotten the vaccine. However, recent news that Johnson & Johnson is suspending vaccination due to reports of blood clots, has him questioning his decision. Are his fears justified? Tune in and find out.

As Eric and DeMonta consider their futures in the mental health field, they mull over the question that all therapists ask at one point or another. Can I do this for the rest of my life or should I prepare an exit strategy? Find out what they decide.

The Covid-19 vaccine has finally been made available and all is right in the world. As healthcare workers, DeMonta and Eric are both eligible for the vaccine. Eric has received treatment, but DeMonta is hesitant. Find out why.

Many therapists believe that a connection exists between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. But what about a connection between our thoughts, feelings, and functioning? Are our minds capable of fighting off physical ailments, including terminal illness and even death? Who knows?! These guys do (we think)!

Studies have shown that a link exists between creativity and mental illness, with higher incidences reported among those who are artistically gifted. In this episode, Eric and DeMonta ask the question, “Does creativity and mental illness go hand in hand, and if so, is mental health treatment actually detrimental to creativity?”

No one likes to be misunderstood. Utilizing a podcast platform to share personal views opens up podcasters to being misread and misinterpreted by their listeners. In this episode, Eric and DeMonta discuss reactions to their recent episode, What is Self-Esteem, Anyway? They share their views on managing misunderstandings and differences of opinions they encounter with their listeners while using healthy communication skills to manage their own. 

In this episode, Eric and DeMonta talk about the feasibility of letting go of the past. Is it possible? Can we overcome childhood trauma and start life anew, or will the past continue to affect us throughout our lives? Who knows?! These guys do. That's who.