Dr. Sydney Spears is a professor at the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare and holds a PhD in Clinical Social Work from Smith College. As a woman of color, she tells us she has experienced layers of oppression and discrimination. Looking for a way to make sense of these experiences, and the difficult emotions she felt because of them, she became i ... Show More
Today
The Science of Conversation: How To Say What You Mean, Be Heard, and Stop People-Pleasing | Alison Wood Brooks
You talk all day. Here’s how to do it better, according to a professor from Harvard Business School. Alison Wood Brooks comes from the Harvard Business School, where she teaches a course called “TALK: How to Talk Gooder in Business and Life,” which she has now turned into a book, ... Show More
1h 19m
Yesterday
How To Meditate When You're Freaking Out | Kaira Jewel Lingo
What to do when you're in the grip of grief, anxiety, or overwhelm. Our Teacher of the Month, Kaira Jewel Lingo, has some suggestions for finding your way through. Join Dan’s online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel On Sunday, ... Show More
18m 28s
Aug 22
How To Handle Your Demons | Vinny Ferraro
We’re bringing you some of our favorite gems from the archives, as chosen by our staff. This week, we’re hearing from dharma teacher Vinny Ferraro, as chosen by our producer Eleanor Vasilli. Vinny explores the concept of “alignment” and how you can actually choose your own attitu ... Show More
19m 53s
Dec 2021
Ep. 60 – Antiracist Heart Conversations w/ Roxy Manning PhD & Sarah Peyton
Roxy Manning PhD and Sarah Peyton join Francesca for a conversation on how we can effectively respond to racism with truth, compassion, and an antiracist heart.Roxy Manning, PhD is a clinical psychologist and NVC facilitator who loves to guide groups from discord toward values-dr ... Show More
45m 32s
Feb 2023
Dr. Samantha Boardman on Turning Stress in Strength
Ryan speaks with Dr. Samantha Boardman about her book Everyday Vitality: Turning Stress into Strength, how you can improve your life by changing small daily habits, why feeling stressed is not necessarily a bad thing, how to deal with catastrophizing, and more.Samantha Boardman i ... Show More
1h 7m
Jan 2021
David A. Treleaven, "Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness: Practices for Safe and Transformative Healing" (Norton, 2018)
Mindfulness meditation has become the mental health practice du jour, and rightfully so, given all of its benefits: greater presence, clarity and calm. But for people who have endured trauma, meditation can backfire, resulting in more rather than less suffering. Why is that? And ... Show More
39m 10s
Apr 2024
Sensory Needs Quiz- Your Sensory Needs Assessment
Download the assessment here: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/pl/2148296708
Have you ever found yourself feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or simply drained by your surroundings? It's not uncommon to experience these emotions, especially in a world that's constantly buzzing ... Show More
34m 16s
Sep 2021
Ep 162. Handling work with Naomi Shragai
Join the 5 Day Anxiety Challenge at https://calmer-you.com/anxietychallengeNaomi Shragai is an executive coach, psychological business consultant and qualified psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working with organisations, executives, and teams, as well as individua ... Show More
43m 5s
Sep 2021
#77: The Science of Compassion - Shauna Shapiro, PhD
Shauna Shapiro, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and an expert in mindfulness and self-compassion. She has spent two decades studying the benefits of mindfulness and compassion. Her TEDx Talk on this topic has been viewed over 2 million times. Dr. Shapiro is a ... Show More
41m 23s