The tone of this episode of Being Well is a bit different. For context, we recorded it four days after the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
It feels like we've had more than our fair share of difficult times over the last few years. Like many people, we wish there were more we could do to support those suffering around the world. Today Dr. Rick and Forrest focu ... Show More
Sep 21
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: What the Critics Get Right (and Wrong) w/ Dr. Ellen Hendriksen
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the world's most researched, recommended, and criticized form of therapy. Clinical psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen joins Forrest to talk about what CBT is, its history, its strengths and weaknesses, and why it's gotten such a bad rap. They ... Show More
1h 33m
Sep 14
The New Science of Pain: It's Not Just Physical with Dr. Rachel Zoffness
Pain psychologist Dr. Rachel Zoffness joins Forrest and Dr. Rick to explore what pain is, why it can persist long after an injury has healed, and what actually helps. Rachel explains why the brain, rather than the body part that hurts, is what constructs pain, the difference betw ... Show More
1h 48m
Sep 11
People Pleasing vs. Fawning: Why We Do It and How to Change
Dr. Rick and Forrest talk about what separates people-pleasing from the fawn response, and why those differences affect what actually helps. They trace the surprising history behind both ideas, explain each’s relationship with trauma, and answer common questions along the way. Th ... Show More
1h 12m
Oct 2020
Special Episode: Resilience During Challenging Times
Due to the ongoing global pandemic, devastating natural disasters, contentious elections, and instances of heartbreaking violence and injustice, challenging times continue. To help you strengthen your resilience, we’re releasing this special episode which features all-new intervi ... Show More
1h 5m
Dec 2019
Guided Meditation - Anxiety, Depression, Worrying, Overthinking, Stress
New episodes only here - https://www.patreon.com/bestclassicalmusicPlease, read this.Hello. If the podcast was helpful for you, I ask you to give some money to a charity. I truly believe we can make a better world with less cynicism and egoism. You can handle several days without ... Show More
17m 30s
Mar 2022
42. After Dark Part 2 with Jackie and Katherine
Welcome back to the Part 2 of our After Dark conversation. Friends, stay strong, stay healthy. While the invasion of Ukraine continues, keep the prayers going and look after each other. I am grateful that you could join us today as a bit. of relief from the global tension. We get ... Show More
35m 37s
Dec 2022
How to Get Through Hard Times
We all want to feel good, but how do we handle the times that are tough? In this episode, prepare for moving through challenging times by utilizing powerful perspective and strategies. “The secret to coping and enduring and building a great life is learning to understand, be awar ... Show More
59m 20s
Jul 2025
How To Support A Loved One
How do you support loved ones during challenging times, such as mental health struggles, medical issues, grief, or addiction? Listen as our hosts explore recognizing signs of struggle, managing emotional reactions like fear or frustration, and offering effective support by combin ... Show More
48m 11s
<p>When we’re going through difficult times, how do we access the strength we need to continue?</p>
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