Is Reality an Illusion? - Professor Donald Hoffman, PhD The Weekend University 2026-09-24 | Is Reality an Illusion? - Professor Donald Hoffman, PhD
Iain McGilchrist, Bernardo Kastrup: Consciousness, God, Truth, & The Purpose of Life The Weekend University 2025-01-30 | In this interview, I’m joined by two leading thinkers who are helping to reshape our understanding of consciousness, the nature of reality, and the pursuit of meaning in life: Dr Iain McGilchrist and Dr Bernardo Kastrup. Iain is a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, author, and philosopher perhaps most well known for his Hemispheric Hypothesis and his books: The Master and his Emissary and The Matter with Things. Bernardo is an author, scientist, philosopher, and the Director of the Essentia Foundation. He holds two PhDs - one in philosophy and the other in engineering. His work has been leading the modern renaissance of metaphysical idealism, the notion that reality is essentially mental. In this conversation, we explore: — Their views on what consciousness is, the common ground in their thinking, and the differences— The extent to Iain and Bernardo believe we live in a purposeful and intelligent universe, and their perspectives on the question of God— Why they both consider truth to be the most important thing in life— Where they see human life fitting into the larger whole and what case can be made that each of our individual subjective experiences do matter. I hope you get as much from this fascinating discussion as I did from recording it. You can learn more about Iain’s work at channelmcgilchrist.com, and Bernardo’s at https://www.bernardokastrup.com.--Dr Iain McGilchrist is a Psychiatrist and Writer, who lives on the Isle of Skye, off the coast of North West Scotland. He is committed to the idea that the mind and brain can be understood only by seeing them in the broadest possible context, that of the whole of our physical and spiritual existence, and of the wider human culture in which they arise – the culture which helps to mould, and in turn is moulded by, our minds and brains. He was formerly a Consultant Psychiatrist of the Bethlem Royal and Maudsley NHS Trust in London, where he was Clinical Director of their southern sector Acute Mental Health Services.Dr McGilchrist has published original research and contributed chapters to books on a wide range of subjects, as well as original articles in papers and journals, including the British Journal of Psychiatry, American Journal of Psychiatry, The Wall Street Journal, The Sunday Telegraph and The Sunday Times. He has taken part in many radio and TV programmes, documentaries, and numerous podcasts, and interviews on YouTube, among them dialogues with Jordan Peterson, David Fuller of Rebel Wisdom, and philosopher Tim Freke. His books include Against Criticism, The Master and his Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World, The Divided Brain and the Search for Meaning, and Ways of Attending. He published his latest book: The Matter With Things, a book of epistemology and metaphysics. You can keep up to date with his work at https://channelmcgilchrist.com.Bernardo Kastrup is the executive director of Essentia Foundation. His work has been leading the modern renaissance of metaphysical idealism, the notion that reality is essentially mental. He has a Ph.D. in philosophy (ontology, philosophy of mind) and another Ph.D. in computer engineering (reconfigurable computing, artificial intelligence). As a scientist, Bernardo has worked for the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) and the Philips Research Laboratories (where the ‘Casimir Effect’ of Quantum Field Theory was discovered). Formulated in detail in many academic papers and books, his ideas have been featured on Scientific American, the Institute of Art and Ideas, the Blog of the American Philosophical Association and Big Think, among others. Bernardo’s most recent book is Science Ideated: The fall of matter and the contours of the next mainstream scientific worldview. For more information, freely downloadable papers, videos, etc., please visit https://www.bernardokastrup.com.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:57 - Consciousness07:25 - Analytical Idealism14:48 - Consciousness, Perception, and Truth49:25 - God, Consciousness, and the Cosmos01:14:15 - The Meaning and Purpose of Life from Two Perspectives01:23:30 - Iain and Bernardo’s Resources---Interview Links:— Dr McGilchirst's website - channelmcgilchrist.com— Dr Kastrup's website - bernardokastrup.com
Consciousness & Nonduality: Saying Yes to Life - Francis Lucille The Weekend University 2025-01-23 | This week, we welcome Francis Lucille to the show, a renowned teacher of the nondual understanding, who has dedicated his life to helping individuals uncover the ultimate truth of consciousness and reality. Drawing from decades of exploration and teaching, Francis shares insights on some of the following topics: — The ultimate purpose of human life— Why happiness is our natural state— How psychological suffering stems from a belief in separation— Why saying “yes” to life aligns us with consciousness.And more.You can learn more about Francis’s work and teachings at https://francislucille.com.---Francis Lucille is a spiritual teacher in the tradition of Advaita Vedanta. A longtime friend and disciple of Jean Klein whom he met in 1975, he was a friend of Robert Linssen, Wolter Keers, Yvan Amar, William Samuel and Robert Adams. He was also influenced by J. Krishnamurti, Krishna Menon and Wei Wu Wei, whom he knew personally. Many contemporary Advaita teachers have attended his teaching events.Francis transmits the ancient teaching of nonduality, the common ground of Advaita Vedanta, Ch’an Buddhism, Zen, Taoism and Sufism. Francis’ teachings are not “Neo-Advaitic” but traditional, which means that the experience of our true nature has been transmitted from generation to generation by a lineage of sages.They reflect those of his guru: appreciation for humor, art, music, and poetry, intellectual rigor with a “personal” twist due to his training in Mathematics and Physics, and emphasis on the body and its feelings.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:50 - The Ultimate Purpose of Life04:11 - Happiness13:44 - The Illusion of Separation21:16 - Embracing Negative Emotions28:22 - Consciousness Says Yes to Everything33:03 - Consciousness46:09 - Thoughts as Cosmic Events49:24 - The Nature of Consciousness55:19 - Living as If It Matters58:52 - Francis' Resources---Interview Link:— Francis Lucille’s website - francislucille.com
René Girard, Mimetic Theory, & Making the Process the Reward - Johnathan Bi The Weekend University 2025-01-16 | Johnathan Bi introduces the key insights of René Girard’s Mimetic Theory and its surprising practical applications. Expect to learn: — How understanding the hidden forces behind our desires can help us break free from societal pressures, improve our decision-making, and create a life we truly love. — The scapegoat mechanism and how this kept peace in ancient societies for thousands of years until the advent of Christianity— The difference between physical desires and metaphysical desires, as well as the importance of doing things for their own sake. And more. You can learn more about Johnathan’s work at https://www.johnathanbi.com.---Jonathan Bi is an entrepreneur working on a startup in FinTech and a philosopher focusing on Buddhist philosophy, Continental philosophy, and specifically the work of Rene Girard. Among his many projects he and David Perell have created a seven session video course on the ideas of Rene Girard. Originally from China, Jonathan also grew up in Canada, and studied computer science at Columbia.You can learn more about Johnathan’s work at https://www.johnathanbi.com.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:33 - Understanding Mimetic Theory03:15 - Desire and Psychology07:11 - Suffering and Philosophy12:07 - Zuckerberg Complex18:32 - Physical vs. Metaphysical Desire23:46 - Christianity's Role in Desire29:02 - Impact of the Scapegoat Mechanism36:12 - Cancel Culture Analysis40:55 - Practical Applications of Mimetic Theory46:22 - Navigating Mimetic Environments51:48 - Girard's Pessimistic Conclusions55:06 - Jonathan’s Resources---Interview Links:— Jonathan Bi’s website - johnathanbi.com
Dr. Martha Beck — Unlocking the Hidden Power of Your Right Hemisphere The Weekend University 2025-01-09 | This week, we welcome Dr. Martha Beck back to the show. Martha is a Harvard-trained sociologist, bestselling author, and renowned life coach known for her transformative work on living in alignment with your true self. With decades of experience blending science, spirituality, and practical tools, Martha’s insights have helped countless individuals overcome anxiety, unlock creativity, and live with greater integrity.Expect to learn:— Why the right hemisphere of your brain holds the key to creativity, connection, and meaning.— Why anxiety spirals dominate modern life—and how to break free from them.— The three fundamental questions your brain is always asking and how to answer them.— The importance of creating a “sanctuary” to restore peace and calm to your life and Martha’s tips on how best to do this.And more.You can learn more about Martha’s work and latest book: “Beyond Anxiety” at https://marthabeck.com. ---Dr. Martha Beck, PhD, is a bestselling author, coach, and speaker. She has spent a lifetime offering powerful, practical, and entertaining teachings that help people improve every aspect of their lives. Martha holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey has called her “one of the smartest women I know.” Martha’s published works include several self-help books and memoirs, including New York Times and international bestsellers Finding Your Own North Star, The Joy Diet, and Expecting Adam. She has also published over 150 magazine articles, including almost two decades of monthly columns for O, The Oprah Magazine. Martha is a passionate and engaging speaker, known for her characteristic blending of science, spirituality, and humor. As “the best-known life coach in America” (NPR, USA Today), she has spoken to audiences around the world on stage and on The Oprah Show, Good Morning America, and many other television programs.International nature-based retreats are also a big part of Martha’s work. Seminar participants travel from all over the world to attend her annual retreats in South Africa and Costa Rica. The rest of the time she lives in the Pennsylvania woods with her family and other assorted creatures. Her passions include nature, pajamas, and YouTube videos of unlikely animal companions.Martha’s recent book, The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self, was an instant New York Times Best Seller and Oprah’s Book Club selection. Her forthcoming non-fiction book, Beyond Anxiety: Curiosity, Creativity, and Finding Your Life’s Purpose, will be out on January 7, 2025.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:40 - The Body’s Wisdom11:57 - Transforming Anxiety18:01 - The Three Key Questions28:25 - Creativity and Movement38:36 - Building Inner Peace45:57 - Purpose and Joy52:10 - Happiness Beyond Achievement57:29 - Dr Beck’s Resources---Interview Link:— Dr Martha Beck’s website - marthabeck.com
Can existential philosophy improve your life? — Dr Natalie Fraser The Weekend University 2025-01-05 | In this interview, I’m joined by Dr Natalie Fraser. Natalie is a counselling psychologist and the Founder of the Global Existential Summit, who has recently completed her doctorate in Existential Psychotherapy. In this conversation, we explore: — How engaging with philosophy can improve your quality of life— The importance of going beyond mainstream existential philosophers like Sartre and Heidegger, and taking a wider view— Why philosophy, and particularly existential philosophy, should come with a warning label— Natalie’s HEALINGS acronym for reducing suffering.And more. You can learn more about Natalie’s work and get your free ticket for the Existential Summit by going to: https://existentialsummit.com. ---Dr Natalie Fraser is a Counselling Psychologist and writer specialising in trauma and sexual violence. She is committed to decolonizing the landscape of global existential philosophies, and founded Existential Offering and The Global Existential Summits.You can learn more about her work at existentialofferings.com and drnataliefraser.com---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:35 - Living Philosophically08:30 - Existential Psychotherapy15:58 - Philosophers and Their Shadows25:58 - Navigating Values and Existential Thought34:56 - Religion, Science, and Philosophy39:13 - Existence and Essence50:27 - Dr Fraser’s Resources---Interview Links:— Dr Fraser's website - drnataliefraser.com
Psychology of Groups: How Archetypes & Hidden Forces Shape Behaviour — Brant Elwood & Aodhán Moran The Weekend University 2025-01-02 | In this episode, I'm joined by Aodhán Moran and Brant Evans. Aodhán and Brant are experts in group relations, exploring the hidden dynamics that shape how groups function and how individuals relate within them. Their work combines psychology, mythology, and practical insights to reveal the deeper forces at play in teams, families, and communities. From Jungian archetypes to the scapegoat mechanism, their approach helps people better understand and navigate the complexities of group behaviour.Here’s what we explore in this discussion:— What group relations are and why they’re essential to understand.— How group dynamics often reflect myths and archetypes— The scapegoat mechanism, how to avoid being scapegoated, and what to do if you find yourself in this unfortunate position. — Why strong emotional reactions often reveal hidden projections.And more.You can get a copy of their book by going to bit.ly/GHG-2025.---Aodhán Moran has one foot in psychology and the other in technology. Starting his career in tech and e-commerce, Aodhán worked various roles in start-ups and scale-ups across Galway, San Francisco, and Toronto before pursuing a career in clinical psychology.Aodhán is a certified executive coach through Dr Simon Western’s Ecoleadership Institute. His practice is grounded in the analytic-network systems psychodynamic lens, which he uses to coach young entrepreneurs toward self-awareness in their work.As a student of group relations since 2019, Aodhán has attended multiple group relations- style conferences in member, trainee consultant, and staff roles, including The Tavistock Institute of Human Relations’ Leicester Conference. Aodhán draws on Carl Jung, Joseph Campbell, Jonathan Pageau, René Girard, Simon Western, and others in his explorations of individual and group dynamics.Aodhán is particularly interested in the intersection of psychology, mythology, and religion, and how these areas can inform our understanding of individual and group behaviour.Brant Elwood has a MA in Social-Organisational Psychology from Columbia University and is a therapeutic consultant. He has held leadership positions within several therapeutic treatment organizations. During the pandemic, he directed a non-profit that utilised myth and archetypal theory to conduct rites of passage work with young men in the southeast US.Brant draws from the mythopoetic lineage of Robert Bly, Robert Johnson, and others in an attempt to establish a novel style of thinking about groups in communities and organisations. He first attended a Tavistock-style group relations conference in 2015.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:59 - The Dynamics of Group Relations12:47 - Scapegoating and Archetypes in Groups27:46 - Unconscious Dynamics in Groups32:49 - Hidden Forces in Group Behavior38:36 - What Offends Us Reveals Us41:58 - Archetypes in Crisis: The Lost Wise King45:00 - Shifting Your Role in Groups54:03 - Conscious Parenting with Authority57:15 - Brant and Aodhán's Recommendations---Interview Links:— Aodhán & Brant's Book - bit.ly/GHG-2025— X: https://x.com/aodhanpmoran
Iain McGilchrist — Aligning with the Creative Impulse of the Universe The Weekend University 2024-12-26 | Dr Iain McGilchrist is a psychiatrist and writer, who is committed to the idea that the mind and brain can be understood only by seeing them in the broadest possible context. He is the author of several books, including the international bestseller: “The Master and His Emissary”, and most recently: “The Matter with Things”.In this conversation, we explore: — The limits of idealism— Why the term “unconscious” is a misnomer and why we should be referring to it as the “superconscious” instead— The extent to which it can be said that we are “co-creating” reality — Why values are not relative — and Dr McGilchrist’s thoughts on how they may be built into the structure of being itself— Iain’s response to skeptics who say life has no meaning and his view on the root causes of the major crises facing our world.And more. You can learn more about his work at channelmcgilchrist.com/. ---Dr Iain McGilchrist is a Psychiatrist and Writer, who lives on the Isle of Skye, off the coast of North West Scotland. He is committed to the idea that the mind and brain can be understood only by seeing them in the broadest possible context, that of the whole of our physical and spiritual existence, and of the wider human culture in which they arise – the culture which helps to mould, and in turn is moulded by, our minds and brains. He was formerly a Consultant Psychiatrist of the Bethlem Royal and Maudsley NHS Trust in London, where he was Clinical Director of their southern sector Acute Mental Health Services.Dr McGilchrist has published original research and contributed chapters to books on a wide range of subjects, as well as original articles in papers and journals, including the British Journal of Psychiatry, American Journal of Psychiatry, The Wall Street Journal, The Sunday Telegraph and The Sunday Times. He has taken part in many radio and TV programmes, documentaries, and numerous podcasts, and interviews on YouTube, among them dialogues with Jordan Peterson, David Fuller of Rebel Wisdom, and philosopher Tim Freke. His books include Against Criticism, The Master and his Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World, The Divided Brain and the Search for Meaning, and Ways of Attending. He published his latest book: The Matter With Things, a book of epistemology and metaphysics. You can keep up to date with his work at https://channelmcgilchrist.com.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:42 - The Nature of Consciousness07:29 - Idealism’s Role in Consciousness12:57 - Pursuing Flourishing Through Complexity22:09 - Living in Alignment with Core Values28:56 - Embracing Skepticism and Inherent Value32:31 - Root Causes of Modern Crisis42:19 - Left vs. Right Brain and Learning49:11 - Writing as a Path of Personal Discovery01:04:49 - Dr. McGilchrist’s Resources---Interview Links:— Iain McGilchrist website - channelmcgilchrist.com
Why Facing Death is the Secret to Living Fully — Jodi Wellman The Weekend University 2024-12-19 | Jodi Wellman is an executive coach, speaker, and author, with a Master’s in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. Her TEDx talk, “How Death Can Bring You Back to Life”, has garnered over 1.3 million views, and her new book, “You Only Die Once”, offers a roadmap for living without regrets.Here’s what we dive into:— The benefits of contemplating death and why doing so can inspire meaningful life changes.— Jodi’s personal practices for keeping death top of mind and how it has transformed her life.— Questions Jodi uses to help her is coaching clients find clarity and purpose.— How Nietzsche’s idea of eternal recurrence can challenge us to live in a way we’d want to repeat forever.And more.You can learn more about Jodi’s work at https://fourthousandmondays.com.---Jodi Wellman is a speaker, author, and facilitator on living lives worth living. She founded Four Thousand Mondays to help people make the most of the time they are lucky to be above ground. Jodi has a Master’s of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she is also an Assistant Instructor in the Master’s program and a facilitator in the Penn Resilience Program. She is an ICF Professional Certified Coach and a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach.Jodi’s TEDx talk is called How Death Can Bring You Back to Life; with over 1.3 million views, it is the 14th most-watched TEDx talk released in 2022, out of 15,900!Her book, "You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets" was published in May 2024 by Voracious (Little, Brown & Company) in the US and Canada, and by John Murray One in the UK.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:12 - Facing Death to Embrace Life04:37 - Living Without Regrets09:41 - Savoring Life Through Mortality27:02 - Reflections on Regrets34:45 - Nietzsche's Idea of Eternal Recurrence36:21 - Finding Purpose After Struggle39:03 - Cultural Contributions and Immortality45:39 - Would You Recommend Your Life?49:00 - Calculating Your Remaining Mondays50:06 - Navigating Life's Uncertainties52:36 - Jodi’s Resources---Interview Links:— Jodi’s website - fourthousandmondays.com
James Altucher — Reinvention, Accelerated Learning, and Lessons from Making (and Losing) Millions The Weekend University 2024-12-12 | James Altucher is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, investor, stand up comedian, and podcaster who has founded over 20 companies and published more than 20 books. This was a bit of a surreal experience for me, as there are few people on the planet that have impacted my thinking and approach to business more than James. As you’ll hear in the interview, he has continuously reinvented himself throughout life and boldly thrown himself into strange and challenging situations, such as performing standup on the New York subway, attempting to buy the country Greenland, and giving away everything he owned. In this conversation, we explore: — What James learned from making millions and then losing everything — How the simple practice of writing 10 ideas everyday can change your life— Why radical vulnerability leads to freedom— Strategies for accelerating the learning process— The benefits of viewing yourself as having four “bodies” – physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual.And more. You can learn more about James’ work by going to https://jamesaltucher.com. ---James Altucher is a successful entrepreneur, angel investor, chess master and prolific writer. He has started and run more than 20 companies and is currently invested in over 30. He is the author of 18 books, including WSJ best-sellers: 'The Power of No' and 'Choose Yourself'. His latest book, "Reinvent Yourself" was #1 in the Amazon store shortly after its release. His writing has appeared in major media outlets including the Wall Street Journal, The New York Observer, Techcrunch , The Financial Times, Yahoo Finance and others. His blog, JamesAltucher.com, has attracted more than 20 million readers since its launch in 2010. He hosts a successful podcast, "The James Altucher Show" with guests of the caliber of Tony Robbins, Mark Cuban, Pieter Thiel, Arianna Huffington, Coolio, etc. His podcasts have had over 30 million downloads. Join him at jamesaltucher.com or on X @Jaltucher on Instagram @altucher.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:53 - What it Feels Like to Lose Everything10:58 - Rewiring Your Mind with Daily Creativity24:08 - Embracing Failure27:58 - How Short Stories Shaped James' Voice31:44 - Reinvention43:59 - 10,000 Experiments vs. 10,000 hours52:50 - James' "4 Bodies" Practice for Daily Flourishing56:37 - James' Resources---Interview Links:— James’ website - jamesaltucher.com— James' X - https://x.com/jaltucher— James' Instagram - instagram.com/altucher
Nondual Naturalism: A New Paradigm for Understanding Consciousness — Dr James Cooke The Weekend University 2024-12-05 | Dr James Cooke is a consciousness researcher, meditation teacher, and author of The Dawn of Mind (bit.ly/dawn-of-mind). His work blends science and spirituality to offer a fascinating perspective on reality and our place within it. We dive into nondual naturalism, the nature of consciousness, and how understanding these ideas can transform how we live. Here’s what we cover: — What nondual naturalism is and why it matters for everyday life. — The story of James’s awakening experience as a teenager and how it shaped his path. — The benefits of embracing the nondual path, how it naturally leads to feeling more at home in the world, and also why it might not be for everyone.And more. You can learn more about James’s work and access his meditation classes at innerspaceinstitute.org. His book, The Dawn of Mind, is available now.---James Cooke PhD trained as a neuroscientist after an awakening as a teenager that showed him the reality of spiritual states of consciousness. He holds three degrees from Oxford University (a PhD and Masters in Neuroscience & a BA in Experimental Psychology).He has conducted scientific research for over a decade at institutions such as Oxford University, University of California, Berkeley, University College London, Trinity College Dublin, and Riken Brain Sciences Institute in Tokyo.James is the author of The Dawn of Mind: How Matter Became Conscious and Alive (coming December 2024), which synthesizes science and spiritual insight to offer a radical solution to the Hard Problem of Consciousness.BA in Experimental Psychology, Oxford UniversityMSc in Neuroscience, Oxford UniversityPhD in Neuroscience, Oxford University---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:33 - A Story of Awakening07:28 - The Brain as a Reducing Valve11:35 - Approaches to Non-Dual Awareness14:08 - Non-Dual Naturalism20:04 - We Are the Universe's Eyes25:51 - The Void at Existence's Core36:41 - Seeing Yourself in Others44:07 - The Path to Non-Dual Naturalism49:57 - The Dawn of Mind53:04 - Dr Cooke's Resources---Interview Links:— Dr Cooke’s website - drjamescooke.com
Schema Therapy for Deep Recovery - Elizabeth Lacy, LCSW, PLLC The Weekend University 2024-11-28 | Liz Lacy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Trainer, who is widely recognised as a leading authority on applying Schema Therapy in the treatment of addiction. This conversation provides an introduction to the core ideas of this innovative approach, covering things like:— The flaws in the mainstream model of addiction treatment and why relapse rates are so high— The relationship between our core developmental needs and addictive processes— Why we should view an addiction as symptom of a deeper issue— How schema therapy can offer a highly effective treatment modality.And more. You can learn more about Liz's work and upcoming training by going to https://elizabethlacy.com.---Liz Lacy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Trainer, who is widely recognised as a leading authority on applying Schema Therapy in the treatment of addiction, aside from treating addictive disorders, she also assesses anxiety disorders, couples, and personality disorders in adults and adolescents. Emotional pain can be caused by various reasons, including recent life events, unresolved past events, and biological reasons. Liz’s assessment approach considers all possibilities to develop an effective plan for clients to achieve their life goals.She is an expert in her field and is focused on helping clients achieve their goals, and she also acknowledges that emotional pain can be caused by various reasons and takes a holistic approach to assessment and treatment.You can learn more about Liz's work and upcoming training by going to https://elizabethlacy.com.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:39 - Liz's Background13:19 - Schema Therapy in Addiction and Growth22:51 - Power of Schema Therapy in Personal Development29:17 - Modes and their Role in Treatment34:03 - Developmental Needs in Addiction47:25 - Empathic Guidance for Those in Recovery---Interview Links:— Liz Lacy’s website - elizabethlacy.com— Schema Therapy Online - schematherapyonline.com3 Books Liz Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — Chasing the Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs - Johann Hari - amzn.to/3p5b18F— In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction- Dr Gabor Maté - amzn.to/4125SLH— Schema Therapy: A Practitioner's Guide - Jeffrey E. Young et al. - amzn.to/3NytPHu
Psychedelics: The Future of Addiction Treatment? - Dr Matthew Johnson The Weekend University 2024-11-21 | Dr Matthew Johnson is Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Johns Hopkins, and one of the world’s most published scientists on the human effects of psychedelics.His research focuses on the behavioural economics of drug use, addiction, and risk behaviour.In this conversation, we explore:— The underlying mechanisms which may help to explain why psychedelics are effective in treating a wide range of mental health problems— What happens in the brain during a psychedelic experience — The potential risks and who should avoid psychedelic medicines— Dr Johnson’s advice for mental health professionals considering integrating psychedelic treatments in their practice.And more.You can follow Matt on X @Drug_Researcher.---Dr. Matthew W. Johnson, is a distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Johns Hopkins University. He is internationally renowned for his prolific research on the human effects of psychedelics and his groundbreaking work in the behavioural economics of drug use, addiction, and risk behaviour. In 2008, Dr. Johnson published psychedelic safety guidelines, contributing to the resurgence of psychedelic research. He led groundbreaking studies on the psychedelic treatment of tobacco addiction and cancer distress, as well as investigating psilocybin for opioid dependence and PTSD. Dr. Johnson’s research extends beyond psychedelics, with influential studies on various psychoactive substances. As President of the International Society for Research on Psychedelics and a respected NIH-funded Principal Investigator, he continues to be a leading figure in the field. Learn more at clinicalconnection.hopkinsmedicine.org/participant/matthew-johnson-phd.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:27 - Introduction to Psychedelics04:09 - Psychedelics and Addiction Therapy09:13 - Psychological Aspects of Psychedelic Healing18:11 - Addressing the Dark Side of Psychedelics34:08 - Screening in Psychedelic Mental Health39:37 - Navigating Altered Brain Communication45:56 - Psychedelics and Brain Restoration in Addiction49:30 - Mystical Experiences and Recovery56:50 - Psychedelic Therapist Training01:01:41 - Commonality and Paradigm Shifts---3 Books Dr Johnson Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — The Meaning of Addiction: An Unconventional View - Stanton Peele - amzn.to/3Q6GPF6— Psychedelic Drugs Reconsidered - Lester Grinspoon and James B. Bakalar - amzn.to/3PLEwFX— Acid Dreams: The Complete Social History of LSD: The CIA, the Sixties, and Beyond - Martin A. Lee and Bruce Shlain - amzn.to/48O4FfZ
Michael Easter - Tools for Thriving in an Age of Indulgence The Weekend University 2024-11-14 | Michael Easter is a New York Times bestselling author, journalist, and professor at the University of Nevada. His books, The Comfort Crisis and Scarcity Brain, explore how embracing discomfort and understanding our evolutionary roots can help us lead healthier, more fulfilled lives. Michael’s ideas have been adopted by top-tier universities, Fortune 500 companies, professional sports teams, and elite military units.In this conversation, we explore: -- Why, despite life getting easier, people are feeling less happy.-- The concept of "problem creep" and how it affects our well-being.-- Key practices he's integrated from his research, like rucking, stillness, and exploration that can lead to an improved quality of life.-- The psychological reasons we struggle with moderation and how the scarcity loop affects our behavior.-- The optimal time we should be spending in nature on a weekly, monthly, and yearly basis.And more.You can learn more about Michael’s work at https://eastermichael.com.---Michael Easter is a leading voice on how humans can integrate modern science and evolutionary wisdom for improved health, meaning, and performance in life and at work. He travels the globe to embed himself with brilliant thinkers and people living at the extremes. He then shares his findings and experiences with people around the world in his books and podcast and TV appearances.He is the author of The Comfort Crisis, a bestseller. The Comfort Crisis been translated into 10 different languages and adopted by Major League Baseball teams, top-ranked NCAA D1 football programs, top-tier universities and law programs, major corporations, and tier-one military units.His work shows that science has many answers. But it also proves that many aspects of the human experience and living well cannot be measured. To that end, his work combines the statistical and mystical. It melds topics ranging from medicine and anthropology to theology and philosophy, along with case studies of everyday people doing extraordinary things.He believes that new discoveries and a deeper understanding don’t happen from behind a screen. To that end, Michael’s investigations have taken him to meet with monks in ancient monasteries in Bhutan, lost tribes in the jungles of Bolivia, US Special Forces soldiers in undisclosed locations, gene scientists in Iceland, drug kingpins in Iraq, CEOs in Fortune-500 boardrooms, and elsewhere.Michael’s work and ideas have appeared in over 60 countries. They’ve been endorsed by directors of the CIA and Navy SEALs, gold medal-winning Olympians, leading physicians, Pulitzer Prize-winning authors, Buddhist and environmental leaders, and more. His writing has appeared in Men’s Health, where he’s a Contributing Editor, and Outside, Men’s Journal, Cosmopolitan, Vice, Esquire, Scientific American, and Women’s Health. He’s also talked about his work and ideas on the world’s largest, most influential podcasts, like The Joe Rogan Experience, Art of Manliness, Impact Theory, NPR, EconTalk, and more.He’s spoken to or consulted for various top-tier universities, medical schools, Fortune-500 companies, government agencies, and some of the country’s largest nonprofits.When he’s not on the ground reporting, Michael is a professor in the journalism department at UNLV. He co-founded and co-directs the Public Communications Institute, a think tank at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV).He lives in Las Vegas on the edge of the desert with his wife and their two dogs, Stockton and Conway.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:07 - Nature and Finding Contentment10:08 - Scarcity and Self-Control15:00 - Addiction and Behavioral Traps26:27 - Impact of Processed Foods32:25 - Arctic Insights on Effort39:34 - Embracing Silence and Exploration44:26 - Michael’s Resources---Interview Link:— Michael’s website - eastermichael.com
A Neuroscience-Based Approach to Manifestation — Dr. Sabina Brennan, PhD The Weekend University 2024-11-07 | Dr. Sabina Brennan is a neuroscientist, chartered health psychologist, and bestselling author. Known for her ability to translate complex neuroscience into practical advice, Sabina empowers people to take control of their brain health and manifest their goals more effectively. Her latest book, *The Neuroscience of Manifesting*, offers a scientific framework for understanding manifestation and its real-world applications, grounded in cutting-edge brain research.Expect to learn:— What manifestation really is and the myths that need debunking.— How neuroscience can explain the power of manifestation.— The psychological processes and brain areas involved in effective manifesting.— Why self-compassion is such a vital component of the process.And more.You can learn more about Sabina’s work at https://superbrain.ie.---Sabina Brennan is currently an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the ADAPT Centre in Trinity College Dublin where she is a principal investigator in E-Health. Prior to this she was a research assistant professor at the School of Psychology and a principal investigator at the Institute of Neuroscience. She was co-director of the NEIL Research Programme and director of the NEIL Memory Research Unit which profiles cognitive function in a cohort of ~1000 Irish adults aged 50 and over. Understanding differential decline in cognitive ageing and dementia, cognitive reserve, brain health, modifiable risk and protective factors and the development of interventions to prevent or delay the onset of decline,She was a member of the applicant team that secured the biggest philanthropic grant (138 million) in Irish history She coordinated ASAPS, an FP7 Project under the 2012-HEALTH-2012 which promoted brain health and brain research outputs of this project include a website (www.hellobrain.eu) a series of films and a brain health app She is principal Investigator on a US funded 2-year project aimed at assessing the Impact of relationship-based mealtime intervention on quality of life, cognitive function, social connection, mood, BMI, and walking speed. She is also a principle investigator on a 3-year cohort study, DeStress looking at Cognitive function, caregiver stress and cortisol: Mechanisms and implications for prevention of adverse health consequences in spouse dementia caregivers. funded by the Medical Research Charities Group and the Health Research Board. She is Principle Investigator on a project that developed a series of 10 films (www.freedliving.com) aimed at addressing fears about memory loss and dementia. She has co-supervisor PhD students investigating Protective Effect of Cognitive Reserve against Cognitive Impairment (IRCHSS), a second PhD, looking at the relationship between caregiver stress and frailty and indices of cognitive decline, (IRC Enterprise Partnership scheme and third investigating the relationship between age-related hearing loss and cognitive decline.Her own PhD thesis entitled 'Neurocognitive and Electrophysiological Indices of Cognitive Performance in Ageing' explored individual differences in cognitive performance in healthy elderly and aimed to identify neurocognitive and electrophysiological markers that index cognitive decline. As part of the TCIN-GSK Neurodegeneration Programme she was responsible for a research project aimed at identifying novel cognitive, electrophysiological and behavioural endpoints in human participants that offer greater sensitivity to age-induced cognitive changes than previous endpoints.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:48 - Dr. Brennan's Journey09:02 - Neuroscience of Goals and Manifestation27:25 - Why Memory is Like a Living "Wikipedia"41:44 - Leveraging Positivity for Change51:17 - Science-Based Manifestation Techniques01:00:25 - Dr. Brennan’s Resources---Interview Links:— Sabina’s website - https://superbrain.ie.
Using History to Reimagine Our Collective Future — Roman Krznaric The Weekend University 2024-10-31 | Roman Krznaric is a social philosopher and bestselling author whose books have been published in more than 25 languages. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at Oxford University’s Centre for Eudaimonia and Human Flourishing and the founder of the world’s first Empathy Museum. His latest book, History for Tomorrow, explores how we can use historical lessons to confront today’s biggest challenges.Expect to learn:— The concept of "history from below" and why moving away from the “great men” narrative matters.— How 17th and 18th-century coffee houses offer a model for taming social media’s negative effects.— Insights into temporal intelligence and why long-term thinking is vital for our future.— The hidden history of the “radical flank” and how this has helped to create large scale societal breakthroughs. And more.You can learn more about Roman’s work at https://www.romankrznaric.com.---Roman Krznaric is a social philosopher who writes about the power of ideas to create change. His internationally bestselling books including The Good Ancestor, Empathy, The Wonderbox and Carpe Diem Regained, have been published in more than 25 languages. He is Senior Research Fellow at Oxford University’s Centre for Eudaimonia and Human Flourishing and founder of the world’s first Empathy Museum. His latest book, published in July 2024, is History for Tomorrow: Inspiration from the Past for the Future of Humanity.After growing up in Sydney and Hong Kong, Roman studied at the universities of Oxford, London and Essex, where he gained his PhD in political science. Particularly known for his work on empathy and long-term thinking, his writings have been widely influential amongst political and ecological campaigners, education reformers, social entrepreneurs and designers. An acclaimed public speaker, his talks and workshops have taken him from a London prison to the TED global stage.Roman is a member of the Club of Rome and a Research Fellow of the Long Now Foundation. He previously worked as an academic, a gardener, a conversation activist and on human rights issues in Guatemala – the subject of his book What the Rich Don’t Tell the Poor. He is also a fanatical player of the medieval sport of real tennis, whose history he explores in The First Beautiful Game.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro 03:43 - Using History for a Sustainable Future 08:48 - How History Helped JFK Prevent Nuclear Catastrophe 12:57 - History from Below: Collective Empowerment 20:26 - Understanding Temporal Intelligence 34:34 - Roman's Writing Process39:50 - The Radical Flank48:28 - 17th Century Coffeehouses & Social Media 55:24 - Radical Hope 58:31 - Roman's Resources---Interview Link:— Roman’s website - romankrznaric.com
EMDR, Attachment & Addiction: A Revolutionary Approach — Dr Laurel Parnell The Weekend University 2024-10-24 | Dr. Parnell is a leading expert on the therapeutic tool, eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing which is more widely known as EMDR. She has trained thousands of clinicians nationally and internationally, and is the author of several bestselling books, including: “Attachment Focused EMDR”, “Tapping In”, and “Rewiring the Addicted Brain with EMDR-Based Treatment”, which this interview focuses on. In a wide-ranging conversation, we explore: — The neural mechanisms and the connection between the left and right hemispheres which may help to explain why EMDR works — The “Connecting to Consequences” Protocol, and how it can be leveraged to let go of unwanted behaviours and long standing addictions— Dr Parnell’s groundbreaking Attachment-Focused EMDR approach and its role in addiction treatment— The incredible power of “Resource Tapping” and how it can be a catalyst for fostering internal secure attachment. And more. You can learn about Dr Parnell’s work and forthcoming trainings by visiting: https://drlaurelparnell.com.---Dr. Parnell is a leading expert on the therapeutic tool, eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing which is more widely known as EMDR. While Dr. Parnell has trained thousands of clinicians in EMDR both nationally and internationally, Dr. Parnell has also taught transpersonal psychology at California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco and was core faculty at John F. Kennedy University in the Graduate School for the Study of Human Consciousness. Currently, Dr. Parnell teaches EMDR through Alliant International University, Omega Institute, Esalen Institute, ID Institut in Kassel Germany, and the The New York Open Center. You can learn about Dr Parnell’s work and forthcoming trainings by visiting: www.drlaurelparnell.com.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:36 - Trauma and Addiction Recovery with EMDR08:45 - Neuroscience of EMDR's Transformative Approach16:31 - Addiction Recovery with EMDR21:53 - EMDR and the Healing Intelligence Within30:18 - Rewiring Attachment in EMDR Therapy35:58 - Resource Tapping in EMDR41:24 - EMDR's Bridging Technique45:41 - Approach to Substance Dependency55:22 - Strategies for Overcoming Addiction---3 Books Dr Parnell Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — Attachment-Focused EMDR: Healing Relational Trauma - Laurel Parnell - amzn.to/44bM7ni— Tapping In: A Step-by-Step Guide to Activating Your Healing Resources Through Bilateral Stimulation - Laurel Parnell - amzn.to/439Cbcz—A Therapist's Guide to EMDR: Tools and Techniques for Successful Treatment - Laurel Parnell - amzn.to/4408zjb
Using Negative Experiences to Expand Consciousness — Geoff Thompson The Weekend University 2024-10-17 | Geoff Thompson is an BAFTA award-winning writer, screenwriter, and martial artist, who has authored more than forty books. Once a bouncer in Coventry, Geoff turned his life around by making a hierarchy of ”fears“ and directly confronting them, one by one. In this conversation, we explore:— Geoff’s life-changing encounter with his former abuser in a Coventry Cafe— Geoff’s thoughts on finding your true self and becoming unified as a person.— How limiting beliefs shape our lives and what it takes to overcome them.— The role of truth in Geoff’s journey and how it informs his writing.And more.You can keep up to date with Geoff's work on Instagram at: geoff_thompson_official.---Geoff Thompson is 63 years old. He lives in Stratford Upon Avon. He has published close to fifty books. Some of his work in the self-help genre has been translated into dozens of languages including Russian, Chinese, Japanese, German, and Spanish.His first book, Watch My Back, detailing his experiences working as a nightclub bouncer in Coventry, hit the Sunday Times bestsellers list, was made into a stage play, adapted into to a BAFTA nominated short film starring Ray Winstone, and a BIFA nominated motion picture for cinema. He has also written articles for national magazines and broadsheets, including The Times, Men’s Fitness (former columnist), GQ and FHM. Geoff’s work as a playwright started when he was invited to join The Royal Court Young Writers Group in London. He has gone onto write many successful plays that have toured nationally and internationally. His stage musical We’ll Live and Die in These Towns was produced and performed to great acclaim at the Belgrade Theatre, Coventry, in 2018, and is in the process of being adapted to film. He is also a BAFTA winning screenwriter, penning multi-award-winning films for luminaries such as Ray Winstone, Paddy Considine, Orlando Bloom, Maxine Peake, Anne Reid, Alison Steadman, Christopher Eccleston and James Cosmo. His most recent feature film, Retaliation starring Orlando Bloom, received great acclaim in the US: it is a muscular biopic about the metaphysical power of forgiveness. Geoff Thompson is one of the world’s highest ranking (8thdan) martial arts teachers. The prestigious Black Belt Magazine USA polled him as the number 1 self-defense author in the world. Geoff’s new book 99 Reasons to Forgive And Revenge Ain’t One is published with O Books. You can keep up to date with Geoff's work on Instagram at: geoff_thompson_official.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:13 - Lessons from Adversity33:06 - Perception & Redemption51:03 - Living a Meaningful Life01:08:44 - Geoff’s Top Resources---Interview Links:— Geoff’s Instagram - instagram.com/geoff_thompson_official
Consciousness Beyond Death, Living Fearlessly, and Thriving as an Empath - Anita Moorjani The Weekend University 2024-10-10 | Anita is a New York Times bestselling author and an internationally renowned speaker, whose book "Dying to be Me" has sold over a million copies worldwide and received praise from the likes of Dr. Wayne Dyer and Dr. Gabor Maté.After being diagnosed with terminal cancer and falling into a coma, Anita experienced a profound near-death journey that transformed her perspective on life, health, and purpose.Since, Anita has used her insights from this experience to inspire millions around the world. Expect to learn:— What Anita experienced during her near-death experience and what it taught her about life.— Her views on consciousness, synchronicity, and the mind as a "bridge" between the physical and non-physical.— Insights into how fear and emotional stress may contribute to illness.— Why sensitive is the new strong and what it means to truly thrive as an empath. And more.You can learn more about Anita’s work at https://www.anitamoorjani.com.---Anita Moorjani is a New York Times Best-Selling Author, international speaker, and cancer survivor whose profound near-death experience (NDE) has inspired millions worldwide. Diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2002, she battled cancer for four years before falling into a coma and experiencing an NDE filled with unconditional love and wisdom. When she awoke, her cancer had miraculously disappeared. Her story is captured in her acclaimed book Dying to Be Me, which has sold over a million copies in 40+ languages. Moorjani frequently speaks at global events, sharing insights on self-help, spirituality, and healing.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:12 - A Near-Death Experience10:25 - Love, Consciousness, and Purpose22:57 - How Connection Transforms Understanding31:21 - Finding Meaning in Everyday Choices37:30 - How to Thrive Beyond Financial Gains44:52 - How to Channel Your Inner Mystic50:44 - Embracing Empathy in a Ruthless World57:15 - Building a Fearless Life: Start with Self-Love59:04 - Anita’s Resources---Interview Links:— Anita’s website - anitamoorjani.com
Are Attachment Wounds the Root of all Evil? - Irene Lyon The Weekend University 2024-10-09 | Get FREE access to the full session (and 33 others like it): bit.ly/twu-has
The Link Between Co-Regulation (in Early Life) and Your Ability to Self Regulate - Thomas Hübl, PhD The Weekend University 2024-10-07 | Get FREE access to the full session (and 33 others like it): bit.ly/twu-has
Healing Trauma with Imagination, Creativity, & Theatre — Dr. Bessel van der Kolk The Weekend University 2024-10-05 | Get FREE access to the full session (and 33 others like it): bit.ly/twu-has
Is Humanity an Intelligent Superorganism? - Byron Reese The Weekend University 2024-10-03 | In this episode, I'm joined by Byron Reese. Byron is a futurist, and technologist, who is most well known for exploring big questions about humanity’s place in the universe and our collective future. In his thought-provoking new book “We Are Agora”, he outlines a scientific hypothesis for viewing humanity as a conscious superorganism, raising fascinating questions about what this means for how we live and work together.Expect to learn:— The practical implications of seeing ourselves as part of a larger whole.— How the internet might function as humanity’s “nervous system”.— Why Byron sees cities, not countries, as the primary units of human evolution.— How a shift in perspective could help to shape our future as a species.And more.You can learn more about Byron's work at https://byronreese.com.---With over 25 years as a successful tech entrepreneur, Byron Reese is uniquely suited to speak on the transformative effect of technology on the workplace and society at large.Byron delights audiences worldwide and has been invited to share his reasoned optimism and vivid and energetic presentations on the future with audiences on every continent, including Antarctica.Known as the “Future of” guy, Byron has spoken on the future of AI, the future of work, the future of banking, the future of education, the future of the planet, the future of agriculture, the future of finance, and the list goes on. When not speaking, he writes books that explore the intersection of technology and humanity and covers topics such as robotics, consciousness, progress, natural resources, and superorganisms.Bloomberg Businessweek credits Byron with having “quietly pioneered a new breed of media company.” The Financial Times of London reported that he “is typical of the new wave of internet entrepreneurs out to turn the economics of the media industry on its head.” Byron and his work have been featured in hundreds of news outlets, including The New York Times, Washington Post, Entrepreneur Magazine, USA Today, Reader’s Digest, NPR, and the LA Times Magazine. Byron holds numerous patents and has started and sold multiple companies, including two NASDAQ IPOs.As a lifelong entrepreneur with multiple IPOs and successful exits, Byron frequently speaks to business audiences on how to excel in the world of tomorrow and how to deploy technology successfully.He states: “Technology multiplies human ability. That’s its trick. It magnifies us. We can move more bricks with a forklift than we can on our backs. Technological advancement is not to be feared; rather, it should be welcomed, for by enhancing human ability, we enhance our productivity and, therefore, our standard of living. This is why we live so much more lavish and prosperous lives than our great-grandparents. An hour of our time is vastly more productive than was an hour of theirs.”With a gift for storytelling, Byron captivates audiences worldwide with the message that technology is empowering us to build a better world, and he invites his listeners to imagine this better world and build it.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:20 - We Are Agora: Insights into Collective Existence06:52 - How Humanity Functions as a Superorganism16:56 - The City as Superorganism25:30 - The Strength of Togetherness32:12 - The Anatomy of Agora38:52 - Finding Purpose in the Agora43:04 - The Superorganism’s Blueprint54:39 - Together We Thrive56:25 - Byron’s Resources---Interview Links:— Byron’s website - byronreese.com
The Limits of Self Regulation — Dr Stan Tatkin The Weekend University 2024-09-28 | Get FREE access to the full session (and 33 others like it): bit.ly/twu-has
Method Writing, Flexible Thinking, & Building Your Creativity Muscle - AJ Jacobs The Weekend University 2024-09-26 | In this episode, I'm joined by A.J. Jacobs — a New York Times bestselling author, journalist, and “human guinea pig” known for his immersive experiments and unique approach to nonfiction writing. His books include: “The Year of Living Biblically”, “Drop Dead Healthy”, “It’s All Relative”, and “The Year of Living Constitutionally”, which this conversation focuses on. Expect to learn:— The concept of creativity as a muscle and how A.J. applies it daily.— How method writing became his career and what advice he has for aspiring authors.— How to discern which ideas to pursue and which to set aside.— The art of taking social risks, like carrying a musket in New York City.— How writing with a quill has improved AJ’s thinking as well as his productivity and creativity. And more. You can learn more about A.J’s work at ajjacobs.com and follow him on substack at: https://experimentalliving.substack.com. ---A.J. Jacobs, acclaimed author, journalist, and lecturer, known for his humorous yet insightful writing style, has penned four New York Times bestsellers melding memoir, science, and self-help. He serves as editor at large at Esquire, a commentator on NPR, and a columnist for Mental Floss. Jacobs is renowned for his unique experiments, from reading the Encyclopedia Britannica to living by the Bible's rules, chronicled in his bestselling books. His latest work explores the global family tree's impact on society. A sought-after speaker, Jacobs has appeared on major media outlets and delivered TED talks. He resides in New York City with his family.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:07 - Idea Generation and the Writing Process10:42 - Method Writing and Personal Exploration17:55 - AJ Jacobs' Approach to Marketing and Creativity19:40 - Method Writing and Public Perception27:04 - Writing, Focus, and Creativity31:23 - The Power of Epistemic Humility in Dialogue36:45 - Rights and Responsibilities39:12 - Reflections on Writing, Creativity, and Humility53:21 - The Practices that Inspire Action01:00:11 - Personal Constitutions: Defining Family Values and Responsibilities01:01:53 - AJ Jacobs’ Resources---Interview Links:— AJ’s Substack - experimentalliving.substack.com— AJ's website - ajjacobs.com
How to Befriend Your Ego - Dr Richard Schwartz The Weekend University 2024-09-24 | Get FREE access to the full session (and 33 others like it): bit.ly/twu-has
Nonduality: Sport as Spiritual Practice - Simon Mundie The Weekend University 2024-09-19 | In this interview, I’m joined by Simon Mundie. Simon is an author, BBC Sports Reporter, and host of “A New Way of Being” Podcast. After spending many years covering elite level sports and getting to know many of the world’s leading athletes personally, Simon began to see parallels between what he was witnessing on the sporting field and what he was learning about from the ancient nondual wisdom tradition.He’s recently published a book exploring this connection, which this interview focuses on. Expect to learn: — Why success isn’t always synonymous with happiness and what we would be wiser to aim for instead. — The key spiritual insights that can be gained from studying the lives of elite level athletes — The importance of doing things for their own sake, and not being overly fixated on the outcome.And more. You can learn more about Simon’s work and get a copy of the book: “ Champion Thinking” at simonmundie.com/. ---Simon Mundie is a journalist, broadcaster and speaker who has interviewed hundreds of the world's top athletes, coaches, philosophers and thinkers for his critically acclaimed A New Way of Being podcast. He was the BBC Radio 1 sports presenter for eight years, and now presents on BBC Radio 4's flagship Today Programme, and is a reporter for BBC TV. He lives in London.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:06 - Non-Duality, Awareness, and Self-Discovery16:55 - Sport and Spirituality in 'Champion Thinking'30:24 - Mindfulness and Awareness40:26 - Understanding the Disconnect Between Success and Happiness45:35 - True Drivers of High Achievement53:28 - Humility Beyond Achievement57:06 - Interconnectedness and Purpose59:17 - Embracing the Journey and Loving the Process01:02:20 - Simon’s Resources---Interview Links:— Simon Mundie’s website - simonmundie.com
What happened when Dr. Bessel van der Kolk tried MDMA? The Weekend University 2024-09-18 | Get FREE access to the full session (and 33 others like it): bit.ly/twu-has
Holistic Attachment Summit 2024 The Weekend University 2024-09-17 | Join Bessel van der Kolk, Richard Schwartz, Dan Siegel & 32 others at The Holistic Attachment Summit!Get your free pass here: bit.ly/twu-has
The Shocking Psychology of Nice-Guy Syndrome - Dr Robert Glover, PhD The Weekend University 2024-09-12 | In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Robert Glover — a therapist, coach, writer, and relationship expert with over 40 years of professional experience. He is the author of “No More Mr. Nice Guy”, which has helped thousands of men world-wide break free from the hidden epidemic of nice guy syndrome, improving their relationships, career, and overall quality of life in the process. In this conversation, we explore:— How the early programming that helped us to survive as infants becomes maladaptive later in life— Robert’s Strategies for self soothing in stressful situations— The origins and hidden dangers of nice guy syndrome— What women really want in men and the importance of creating emotional tension in relationships.And more.You can learn more about Dr Glover’s work at https://www.drglover.com.---Dr. Robert Glover, therapist, coach, speaker, and educator is a relationship expert with over 40 years of professional experience. The author of the groundbreaking, No More Mr. Nice Guy, the best-selling Dating Essentials for Men, and the recently released, Dating Essentials for Men: Frequently Asked Questions, Dr. Glover has helped thousands of men world-wide transform their lives and get what they want in relationship, sex, and career.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:53 - No More Mr. Nice Guy08:10 - The Nice Guy Dilemma17:26 - From Nice Guy to Integrated Man32:37 - How Awareness Transforms Response45:28 - Curiosity, Trauma, and Why Nice Guys Finish Last59:53 - Breaking the 'Nice Guy' Syndrome01:13:02 - Dr Glover’s Resources---Interview Links:— Dr Glover’s website - drglover.com
ADHD & Addiction — Dr Ned Hallowell The Weekend University 2024-09-05 | Dr Ned Hallowell is a board-certified child and adult psychiatrist, author, and world authority on ADHD. He is a graduate of Harvard College and Tulane Medical School, and was a Harvard Medical School faculty member for 21 years. He is the Founder of The Hallowell ADHD Centers in Boston, New York, San Francisco, and Seattle.Dr Hallowell has spent the past four decades helping thousands of adults and children live happy and productive lives through his strength-based approach to neurodiversity, and has ADHD and dyslexia himself.In this conversation, we explore: — Why the term ADHD is a misnomer— The surprising link between ADHD and Addiction, and why people with ADHD are 5 to 10 times more likely to struggle with an addiction than the general population— The benefits of getting an ADHD diagnosis, and the potential costs of not getting one if you suffer it— Practical strategies for managing ADHD and AddictionAnd more. You can learn more about Dr Hallowell’s innovative work by going to: https://drhallowell.com.---Dr. Edward (Ned) Hallowell is a distinguished psychiatrist specialising in ADHD, renowned globally for his expertise. A graduate of Harvard College and Tulane Medical School, he spent 21 years on the Harvard Medical School faculty. Dr Hallowell, who has ADHD and dyslexia himself, employs a strength-based approach to neurodiversity, assisting thousands in leading fulfilling lives over four decades. Founder of The Hallowell ADHD Centers across major U.S. cities, including Boston, New York City, San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Seattle, he has written 20 bestselling books on various psychological topics, notably co-authoring the groundbreaking Distraction series in 1994. Dr. Hallowell has made numerous media appearances and is a regular columnist for ADDitude Magazine. Residing in Boston with his wife Sue and three children, he is also available for speaking engagements.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:48 - Unpacking ADHD: Myths to Positivity05:15 - ADHD's Impact: Jobs, Relationships, Mental Health16:48 - Personal & Professional Insights on ADHD21:39 - ADHD & Addiction24:32 - Education & Environment in ADHD Treatment28:24 - ADHD Education Action---Interview Links:— Dr Hallowell's website: drhallowell.com— Dr Hallowell's books: amzn.to/3N1MZnZ
Organic Intelligence: A New Paradigm for Healing - Steve Hoskinson The Weekend University 2024-08-29 | Steve is the Founder and Chief Compassion Officer of Organic Intelligence. For over two decades, Steve has dedicated his life to understanding and healing trauma, and his paradigm-shifting approach has impacted countless lives across the globe. Steve’s Organic Intelligence method brings together mindfulness practices with biological and systems theory to create a revolutionary new model of treatment. This interview provides an introduction to some of the core ideas and philosophies underlying the approach, and how they can be applied in healing addiction. You’ll learn: — Why, at their core, many therapies use a system of negative reinforcement and how the organic intelligence approach flips this on its head. — The counterintuitive concept of “orientation” and how it can be applied to accelerate the innate healing potential of our mind and body— Why organic intelligence offers a powerful treatment for those struggling with addiction and the importance of not doing too much, too soon, in the recovery process.And more. You can learn more about Steve’s work at: https://organicintelligence.org. ---Steven Hoskinson is an author and teacher in Post-Trauma Growth. He founded Organic Intelligence® (OI™) and has trained thousands of therapists, coaches and helping professionals worldwide. Steve is Adjunct Faculty for JFK School of Psychology at National University, International Transformational Resilience Coalition, Advisory Board Member for The Trauma Foundation, former Senior International Instructor for the SE® Trauma Institute, and has presented at professional conferences worldwide. Dedicated to empowering healers and teachers, he has created a host of programs for Post-Trauma Growth, including the OI Coach Certification program, the End of Trauma™ Course for personal resilience, and The End of Trauma Podcast.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:03 - The Power of Organic Intelligence07:52 - Unlearning and Relearning OI16:02 - Shifting Focus to Pleasure29:46 - Sensing the World with Organic Intelligence45:08 - Expressing Human Nature54:07 - Encouragement for Addiction Recovery---Interview Links:— A Non-Directive Positive Reinforcement Framework for Trauma and Addiction Treatment. International Body Psychotherapy Journal - Download for Free at organicintelligence.org— 5 Minute Video: "3 Misconceptions of Trauma Work" - youtu.be/JAUAaaMQrsg— The End of Trauma Podcast - endoftrauma.org3 Books Steve Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — The heroic client: A revolutionary way to improve effectiveness through client-directed, outcome-informed therapy by Duncan, B. L., Miller, S. D., & Sparks, J. A. - amzn.to/42FJcBy — Uncommon therapy: The psychiatric techniques of Milton H Erickson MD by Jay Haley - amzn.to/3pbDyJM — The job is enjoyment: The end of trauma course workbook. Self-Published, Organic Intelligence (in press) Hoskinson, S. (2023) - organicintelligence.org/end-of-trauma-course
Entrepreneurship, Addiction, & Becoming the World’s Most Connected Man — Joe Polish The Weekend University 2024-08-22 | In this interview, I’m joined by Joe Polish. Described by many as “the world’s most connected man”, Joe is the Founder of Genius Network and Genius Recovery. The former is one of the world’s largest and most exclusive communities of entrepreneurs, while the latter is a nonprofit Joe established with the aim of changing the global conversation around addiction. He is the author of two books: Life Gives to the Giver and What’s In it For Them, which this interview focuses on. His story is pretty incredible too. After suffering sexual abuse as a child, Joe later fell into problematic substance use and other forms of addiction to numb the pain. When he eventually managed to get sober with the help of 12-step meetings, he then set up a carpet cleaning business, taught himself marketing, and gradually became one of the most connected entrepreneur’s on the planet. To give you an idea, he’s the person Richard Branson goes to for marketing advice for his nonprofits. This conversation will give you an idea into Joe’s thinking and philosophy as we discuss things like: — The surprising connection between entrepreneurship and addiction— How thoughtfulness can radically improve your life— Why Joe invests more time, attention, money, and effort into relationships than any other area of life, and why you should too— How suffering creates opportunities for connection— What he learned from taking a year long sabbatical. And more. You can learn more about Joe’s work and book at: joepolish.com, Genius Recovery at geniusrecovery.org, and Genius Network at https://geniusnetwork.com.---Joe Polish is the Founder of Genius Network®, one of the highest level groups in the world for Entrepreneurs. He curates the Annual Genius Network Event, Genius Network ($25,000), and 100k ($100,000), all three groups being home to some of the most successful Entrepreneurs alive, and is considered one of the most influential Connectors in the world.Joe has also helped build thousands of businesses and generated hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients. He has been featured in INC, Fortune, Forbes, Success, U.S News & World Report, among others, and has spoken at Stanford University. Joe also hosts three of the top ranked marketing and business podcasts on iTunes, including iLoveMarketing, 10xTalk, and GeniusNetwork. He’s also changed the lives of many others through his charitable causes including: The Make-A-Wish Foundation, Artists For Addicts, Genius Recovery, JoeVolunteer.com, as well as being the single largest contributor to Sir Richard Branson’s charity, Virgin Unite.His documentary “CONNECTED: The Joe Polish Story,” premiered at the historic TCL Chinese Theatre (formerly Mann’s Chinese Theatre), and his documentary “Black Star” won the Audience Choice Award at the Sedona Film Festival. Joe’s mission with Entrepreneurs and Genius Network® is “to build a better entrepreneur,” and his mission with Genius Recovery is “to change the global conversation of how people view and treat addicts with compassion, instead of judgment and to find the best forms of treatment that has efficacy and share those with the world.”---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:05 - Entrepreneurship, Addiction, and the Search for True Success13:38 - Transforming Entrepreneurs and Addressing Addiction23:18 - Lessons from Sean Stephenson29:14 - How Pain Shapes Empathy and Connection40:39 - The ELF Approach54:36 - Unlearning for Growth1:04:33 - Practical Tips for Building Meaningful Relationships1:14:56 - Joe’s Book and Resources---Interview Links:— Joe’s website - joepolish.com
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: An Introduction - Dr Pat Ogden, PhD The Weekend University 2024-08-15 | Dr Pat Ogden is the creator of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Method, a pioneer in somatic psychology, an author, international lecturer and one of the leading voices revolutionising our approach to healing trauma.Her books include “Trauma and the Body”, “Sensorimotor Psychotherapy”, and “The Pocket Guide to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy in Context”, which advocates for an anti-racist perspective in psychotherapy practice. In this conversation, you’ll learn: — What sensorimotor psychotherapy is, how it was developed and the foundational principles it is built upon.— Why the body is “a manifestation of the unconscious”, how each of our bodies tell a story and how to tune in to the story that your body might be telling you. — How relational misattunements in early life are stored somatically, and how the developing self is defined both by who our caregivers perceive us to be, and also who they deny us to be— The role our sociocultural context plays in our mental health and wellbeing.— The importance of taking an experiential approach to your therapeutic education.And more. You can learn more about Dr Ogden’s work at: sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org/.---Pat Ogden, PhD, is a pioneer in somatic psychology, the creator of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy method, and founder of the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. Dr. Ogden is trained in a wide variety of somatic and psychotherapeutic approaches, and has over 45 years of experience working with individuals and groups. She is co-founder of the Hakomi Institute, past faculty of Naropa University (1985-2005), a clinician, consultant, and sought after international lecturer.Dr. Ogden is the first author of two groundbreaking books in somatic psychology: Trauma and the Body: A Sensorimotor Approach to Psychotherapy and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment (2015) both published in the Interpersonal Neurobiology Series of W. W. Norton. Her third book in this series, The Pocket Guide to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, published in 2021, and she is working on Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents and Families with Dr. Bonnie Goldstein. Her current interests include groups, couples, children, adolescents, and families; complex trauma; Embedded Relational Mindfulness; implicit bias, intersectionality and culture; the relational nature of shame; presence, consciousness, and the philosophical/spiritual principles that underlie Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:11 - Approach to Trauma and Body Awareness10:52 - How Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Transforms Trauma16:44 - How Early Influences Shape Somatic Experience21:43 - Reflections on Privilege, Oppression, and Embodied Experience28:09 - Identity and Misrecognition32:05 - Principles of Century Psychotherapy39:53 - How Sensory Motor Psychotherapy Addresses Depression and Body Dynamics46:02 - Cross-Pollination in Therapy: Integrating Sensory Motor Psychotherapy and IFS47:46 - Dr Pat Ogden’s Book Recommendation---Interview Link:— The Pocket Guide to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy in Context: amzn.to/3yHyYnq3 Books Dr Ogden Recommends Every Therapist Should Read:— The Pocket Guide to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy in Context - amzn.to/3EES0xB— The Body Keeps the Score - amzn.to/3GHsUkn— Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment - amzn.to/3guqET7
Jung, UFOs, Ancient Civilizations, & Transcendence in a Secular World — Dr Bernardo Kastrup The Weekend University 2024-08-08 | Dr Bernardo Kastrup is an author, scientist, philosopher, and the Director of the Essentia Foundation. He holds two PhDs - one in philosophy and the other in engineering. His work has been leading the modern renaissance of metaphysical idealism, the notion that reality is essentially mental.This conversation mostly focuses on Bernardo’s unique perspective on UAPs (also commonly referred to as UFOs). We also touch on the significance of Carl Jung’s book: “Answer to Job” and its potential for providing a sustainable source of transcendent meaning in a secular world. Expect to Learn:— Bernardo’s two theories to understand and explain UAPs— Why it’s more likely that UAPs are terrestrial rather than extra terrestrial — The link between mystery and meaning, and how a lack of the former depletes the latter.And more.You can learn more about Bernardo’s work at: https://www.bernardokastrup.com. ---Bernardo Kastrup is the executive director of Essentia Foundation. His work has been leading the modern renaissance of metaphysical idealism, the notion that reality is essentially mental. He has a Ph.D. in philosophy (ontology, philosophy of mind) and another Ph.D. in computer engineering (reconfigurable computing, artificial intelligence). As a scientist, Bernardo has worked for the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) and the Philips Research Laboratories (where the ‘Casimir Effect’ of Quantum Field Theory was discovered). Formulated in detail in many academic papers and books, his ideas have been featured on Scientific American, the Institute of Art and Ideas, the Blog of the American Philosophical Association and Big Think, among others. Bernardo’s most recent book is Science Ideated: The fall of matter and the contours of the next mainstream scientific worldview.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:18 - The Meaning of Life Through Jung's Lens16:56 - Jung's Perspective on the Evolution of UAPs22:22 - UAPs and the Limits of Human Perception39:18 - The Illyrian Hypothesis and Its Implications01:04:59 - Rediscovering Transcendence01:06:36 - Dr Kastrups Resources----Interview Links:— Dr Bernardo Kastrup’s website - https://www.bernardokastrup.com.
Jungian Psychology, Navigating Quarter Life, and Searching for the Self — Satya Doyle Byock The Weekend University 2024-08-01 | Satya Doyle Byock — a psychotherapist, writer, and the Director of the Salome Institute of Jungian Studies. Satya is the author of “Quarterlife: The Search for Self in Early Adulthood,” a book which argues that quarter life is a key developmental stage in its own right that we need to honour — both individually and collectively. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, and the Guardian. In this conversation, we explore:— How Jungian psychology can help us to navigate the key developmental periods in our lives— The 4 stages of growth and the need to separate from parental influences to find our own path — The difference between meaning types and stability types and why understanding this is the key to a healthy and productive life— Satya’s stick figure exercise which she uses to help clients find clarity on life’s big decisions. And more. You can learn about Satya’s work and book at satyabyock.com ---Satya Doyle Byock is the author of “Quarterlife: The Search for Self in Early Adulthood,” now out in paperback from Random House (US) and Penguin Press (UK). Quarterlife has also been translated into French, Korean, Vietnamese, and Chinese.Satya’s work has been featured on NPR’s LifeKit, Morning Edition & Weekend Edition, The New York Times, The Guardian, Oprah Daily, The New York Post, Literary Hub, and many podcasts including Apple News in Conversation, Goop, Pulling the Thread, BBC Woman’s Hour, and The Podcast with a Thousand Faces (The Joseph Campbell Foundation Podcast). (All links to the above can be found here.)Satya is a practicing psychotherapist in Portland, Oregon, and the director of The Salome Institute of Jungian Studies, where she regularly teaches online seminars. She was also the co-host of the now-completed podcast on Carl Jung’s Red Book.You can follow her writing and join her monthly gatherings via her Substack newsletter Self & Society at satyadoylebyock.substack.com---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:20 - Beyond Crisis to Developmental Awareness10:09 - Jungian Wisdom and Personal Development18:14 - Navigating Quarter Life Challenges26:49 - Balancing Stability and Meaning in Quarter-Life43:13 - The Soul's Code and the Guiding Daimon47:02 - The Two Stick Figures Exercise53:23 - Embracing Your Unique Journey56:22 - Structural and Systemic Solutions01:00:57 - Satya’s Book and Resources---Interview Links:— Satya’s website - satyabyock.com
Ken Wilber - Finding Radical Wholeness The Weekend University 2024-07-25 | Ken Wilber is a philosopher and the author of more than 25 books which have been translated into 30 languages. His work attempts to integrate all fields of human knowledge into one “theory of everything”, which he calls Integral Theory. This draws connections between fields as far ranging as: systems theory, evolutionary biology, anthropology, quantum mechanics, Jungian psychology, neuroscience, sociology, and eastern mysticism. This interview introduces some of Wilber’s key ideas, including: stages of development; waking up, cleaning up, and growing up; and the 4 quadrants. If you’re interested in a “deeper dive” after listening to this, you can get a copy of Ken’s new book by visiting: bit.ly/radical-wholeness ---Ken Wilber, a visionary thinker of inspired genius, is the developer of an integral “theory of everything” that embraces the truths of all the world’s great spiritual, scientific, and philosophical traditions. He is the most widely translated academic writer in America, with 25 books translated into some 30 foreign languages. Ken Wilber currently lives in Denver, Colorado, and is still active as a philosopher, author, and teacher, with all of his major publications still in print. Often referred to as the"Einstein of consciousness studies", Ken Wilber is a preeminent scholar of the Integral stage of human development.He is also the founder of the Integral Institute, which is the first organization fully dedicated to advancement and application of the Integral Approach in relation to contemporary global issues. It was formed in collaboration with over 200 scholars and experts, specializing in education, politics, business, medicine, psychology, spirituality, as well as, law and criminal justice.In 2007 Wilber co-founded Integral Life, a social media-hub dedicated to sharing the integral vision with the world wide community, as well as documenting and catalyzing the progress of the integral movement.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:50 - Learning Across Fields11:46 - Understanding Human Development24:36 - Growth and Awareness30:33 - Strengthening the Self40:53 - Assessing Society's Progress52:18 - Moving towards Unity---Interview Links:— Ken’s website: integrallife.com/who-is-ken-wilber — Ken’s books: amzn.to/3uJYx9a
Parts Work, Neuroplasticity, and Compassion in Recovery — Marc Lewis & Andrew Tatarsky The Weekend University 2024-07-18 | Dr Andrew Tatarsky and Professor Marc Lewis — two individuals who have been reshaping the global conversation around addiction towards a more compassionate and scientific view. Marc is a bestselling author, Developmental Psychologist, and the developer of The Learning Model of Addiction. Andrew is a Clinical Psychologist and the creator of Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy. In this conversation, we explore: — The power of parts work, compassion, and harm reduction for healing addiction— The limitations of the disease model and why it may be causing more harm than the drugs themselves— Marc and Andrew’s views on the future of addiction treatmentAnd more. You can learn more about Marc’s work at: memoirsofanaddictedbrain.com and Andrew’s at https://www.andrewtatarsky.com.As a heads up, Marc and Andrew will be teaching the foundational modules on our upcoming Holistic Recovery Course. If you’re interested in learning more about this, make sure to sign up for our email list at theweekenduniversity.com ---Andrew Tatarsky is an internationally recognized leader in the treatment of problematic substance use and other potentially risky behaviors. He has specialized in the field of substance use treatment for 35 years working as a counselor, psychologist, program director, trainer, advocate and author. He has devoted his career to developing a comprehensive psychobiosocial understanding of the broad spectrum of substance use problems and an integrative harm reduction psychotherapy approach to treating this spectrum. This treatment is described in his book, Harm Reduction Psychotherapy: A New Treatment for Drug and Alcohol Problems, and several professional papers that extend the approach. The book has been released in paperback and Kindle, published in Poland by the Polish Office of Drug Prevention and has been translated into Spanish and is available in a free pdf.Dr. Tatarsky is the Director of Clinical Programming at Freedom Institute in NYC. He is also the Founder and Director of the Center for Optimal Living in NYC, a treatment and professional training center based on Integrative Harm Reduction Therapy (IHRP) for the spectrum of substance misuse and other high-risk behaviors. He earned his doctorate in clinical psychology from the City University of New York and is a graduate of New York University’s Postdoctoral Program in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis. He is a member of the medical and clinical advisory panels to the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services of New York State. Dr. Tatarsky is a founding member and twice past-president of the Division on Addiction of New York State Psychological Association.Prof Marc Lewis, PhD is a neuroscientist, professor, bestselling author, and one of the world’s leading experts on the neuroscience of addiction. In his academic work, he has authored or co-authored more than fifty journal articles, and for many years was a professor of developmental psychology at the University of Toronto and then Radboud University (Netherlands) before retiring.For the last decade, he has focused on making his work more accessible to a wider audience through books for lay readers, pop science articles, public talks, and interviews. He is the author of two bestselling books on addiction: “Memoirs of an Addicted Brain” and “The Biology of Desire”, a book which Dr Gabor Mate argues “effectively refutes the disease model of addiction.” He is currently practicing psychotherapy as a clinical psychologist in Toronto, working with clients with addictive problems and other difficulties.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:12 - Innovative Approaches to Addiction05:09 - Compassionate Approaches to Addiction10:44 - Understanding Addiction as a Meaningful Experience18:22 - Harm Reduction and Addiction28:21 - The Flaws of the Disease Model37:38 - Learning, Habit, and the Path to Recovery47:55 - Future Visions in Addiction Treatment54:26 - Marc and Andrew’s Book and Resources---Interview Links:— Marc's website - memoirsofanaddictedbrain.com— Andrew's website - andrewtatarsky.com
Healing Addiction with IFS & Polyvagal Theory - Cece Sykes & Jan Winhall The Weekend University 2024-07-11 | In this interview, I’m joined by world leading addiction treatment experts — Jan Winhall and Cece Sykes. Jan has been working closely with Stephen Porges to develop a Polyvagal informed model for treating addiction, while Cece is one of the world’s foremost experts on leveraging Internal Family Systems for healing addictive processes, having recently co-authored a book with Richard Schwartz and Martha Sweezy on this subject. Both Jan and Cece will be teaching a module on our upcoming Holistic Recovery Course, which provides mental health professionals with an evidence-based and multidimensional framework for re-humanizing and healing addiction at its core. If you’re interested in being part of the first live cohort which launches in the final week of July, make sure to sign up for our email list at https://theweekenduniversity.com.---Jan Winhall, MSW, FOT is an author, teacher, and psychotherapist in Toronto, Canada. She is author of “Treating Trauma and Addiction with the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model”, by Jan Winhall, Routledge, 2021. Jan is an adjunct lecturer in the Department of Social Work, University of Toronto and Co-Director of Borden Street Clinic, a psychotherapy and teaching centre. She is a Coordinator with The International Focusing Institute and Director of Focusing on Borden, a psychotherapy and training centre. Jan presents internationally on trauma and addiction.Cece Sykes, LCSW, ACSW is an IFS Senior Trainer, US and international. Contributed to Levels 1 and 2 IFS training manuals and teaches L1 as well as L2 Trauma and Addiction. Cece has over thirty years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples and families, specializing in work with the effects of trauma and addiction. Her chapter on compassionate approaches to addictive process appears in IFS: Innovations and Elaborations, 2016, Routledge. Cece also has special interests in spiritual practices intersecting with therapy and in the impact of psychotherapy upon the life of the therapist and she lectures, consults and leads workshops on all of these topics. Cece lives and works in the city of Chicago.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:15 - Internal Family Systems and Polyvagal Theory15:00 - Integrating IFS33:51 - IFS and Polyvagal Strategies40:24 - Integrative Approaches in Therapeutic Practice56:23 - Jan and Cece’s Books and Resources---Interview Links:— Cece’s website - cecesykeslcsw.com— Jan’s website - janwinhall.com
Psychological Tools for Thriving as a Creator - Daniel Kirby The Weekend University 2024-07-04 | Daniel Kirby is a serial entrepreneur, podcast host, and coach who has founded and exited a number of companies. In addition to being named as one of the most innovative people in Europe in 2018, he is also the creator of the Getahead Festival and has raised more than 14,000 for a children’s charity by completing 6 marathons in 7 days in the Sahara Desert. Recently, Dan has pressed the “reset” button on his life, choosing to focus on helping founders master the inner game of entrepreneurship. In this conversation, we explore:— How the practice of active journaling can transform your life— How to distinguish between deep creative callings and shallow passing wants— Thinking tools to for creating mental clarityAnd more. You can keep up to date with Dan’s work on Linkedin by going to: bit.ly/dan-kirby—Dan Kirby is an award winning entrepreneur who lives in the UK's Peak District with his wife, 3 teenage daughters, 4 cats and 2 dogs. He is a partner in the New York based coaching program CounterpartOS and a top 2.5% global podcaster with Honey I Blew Up The Business. You can connect and know more about Dan by following him at bit.ly/dan-kirby.—Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:37 - Embracing Passion and Purpose08:30 - Exploring Life as a Creative Act11:43 - Practices for Discerning Deep Desires from Shallow Urges29:07 - Lessons in Self-Reflection and Resilience37:16 - Practical Steps for Applying Insights43:39 - Escaping the Compulsive Drive52:43 - Defining Success56:28 - Leaping Beyond Comfort01:03:30 - Dan’s Resources---Interview Links:— Dan’s Linkedin - bit.ly/dan-kirby
Addiction Unmasked: Exploring the Hidden Roots of Our Modern Crisis — Dr Bruce Alexander The Weekend University 2024-06-27 | Dr Bruce Alexander is an internationally recognised author and psychologist perhaps most well known for his “rat-park” experiment and dislocation theory of addiction. Few people on the planet have contributed more to our understanding of the social and contextual factors driving addiction, so it was a real privilege to have this conversation. In this interview you’ll learn: — Why psychology is only one piece of the addiction puzzle and the importance of taking a wider view— The extent to which belonging to a culture can be thought of as a basic human need; as essential to our wellbeing as food and water, and what happens in its absence— The historical factors driving the addiction crisis— Bruce’s famous rat park experiment and how this is slowly leading to a paradigm shift in how we see addictionsAnd more. You can learn more about Bruce’s work by going to: brucekalexander.com---Dr Bruce K. Alexander is a renowned Canadian psychologist and professor emeritus at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, British Columbia. He is best known for his groundbreaking work in the field of addiction and his influential theory known as the "Rat Park" experiment. Throughout his career, Alexander focused on studying addiction and its underlying causes, challenging prevailing theories that viewed addiction as solely a result of chemical dependency. He sought to explore the social and environmental factors that contribute to addictive behavior.Beyond his research, Alexander has been a vocal advocate for drug policy reform and has been critical of the war on drugs. He has called for a shift toward harm reduction strategies and the implementation of evidence-based approaches to address substance abuse. He has published numerous articles and book chapters on addiction, psychology, and drug policy. His work continues to inspire researchers, clinicians, and policymakers in the field of addiction studies.---TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro00:24 - Canada's First Methadone Clinic07:12 - The Social Nature of Addiction17:17 - Two Meanings of Addiction26:09 - Cultural Fragmentation and Globalization33:18 - The Most Dangerous Addiction38:36 - 'Rat Park' Experiment: Rethinking Addiction50:51 - Empowering Communities to Combat Addiction54:43 - Book Recommendations and Messages of Hope---4 Books Dr Alexander Recommends for Every Therapist Should Read: — Scenes and studies of savage life - Sproat, Gilbert Malcolm, 1832-1913 - bit.ly/SSS-UBC2023— Addiction and Devotion in Early Modern England — Rebecca Lemon - amzn.to/3XIBCW7— Crack in America: Demon Drugs and Social Justice — Craig Reinarman and Harry G. Levine - amzn.to/433VtQE— Coming Clean: Overcoming Addiction without Treatment — Robert Granfield and William Cloud - amzn.to/3ppAqKN
Iain McGilchrist on Materialists The Weekend University 2024-06-24 | Get early access to our latest psychology lectures: http://bit.ly/new-talks5Other links: https://linktr.ee/theweekenduniversity
The Scientific Case for a Purposeful Universe — Dr Samuel Wilkinson The Weekend University 2024-06-20 | Dr Samuel Wilkinson is a professor at Yale, a psychiatrist, and the author of the new book: Purpose: What Evolution and Human Nature Imply About The Nature of Our Existence. His book makes a compelling and provocative case that life (particularly human life) is inherently purposeful, drawing from evolutionary biology, cognitive psychology, and neuroscience in order to do so. In this conversation, we explore:— Dr. Wilkinson‘s view that life is fundamentally a test and the implications this has for how we live our lives— How each of us have the potential for both good and evil contained within— Why relationships are the number one variable in happiness, our sense of purpose, and mental health. — The cognitive illusions that cause us to search for happiness in the wrong places, and how to overcome them. And more.You can learn more about Dr. Wilkinson‘s work and get a copy of the book at https://samueltwilkinson.com.---Samuel T. Wilkinson is Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine, where he also serves as Associate Director of the Yale Depression Research Program. Dr. Wilkinson received his B.S. in mechanical engineering, summa cum laude, from Brigham Young University and later his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Yale, where he joined the faculty following his post-graduate medical training.His primary research has focused on depression and suicide prevention and has been funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, the National Institute of Drug Abuse, the Brain and Behavior Research Foundation, and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.His research and articles have been featured in the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Wall Street Journal. He has been the recipient of many awards, including Top Advancements & Breakthroughs from the Brain and Behavior Research Foundation (2017 and 2020), Top Ten Psychiatry Papers by the New England Journal of Medicine Journal Watch, the Early Career Scholar Award from the American Psychiatric Association, the Samuel Novey Writing Prize in Psychological Medicine (Johns Hopkins), the Seymour Lustman Award (Yale University), and the rank of Eagle Scout.As a young man, he served a mission for his church in Nevada from 2002-2004, where he learned to speak fluent Spanish and to enjoy a variety of Latino cultures. He continues to serve in his church and community in as many ways as he can. He lives with his wife and their five children in southern Connecticut.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:45 - Meaning of Life08:39 - Human Nature Metaphors13:58 - Altruism and Evolution19:16 - Elephant and Writer Story28:47 - Lessons from Spitz Research32:26 - Relationships and Well-being36:29 - Understanding Free Will40:08 - Consciousness Exploration42:30 - Life's Purpose Reflections46:35 - Parenthood Reflections50:40 - Dr. Wilkinson’s Work---— Samuel Wilkinson’s website - samueltwilkinson.com— Samuel Wilkinson’s books - amzn.to/4aZgtNq
Radical Honesty, The Future Self, & Transforming Consciousness — Dr. Martha Beck, PhD The Weekend University 2024-06-13 | Dr. Martha Beck is a Harvard-trained sociologist, New York Times Bestselling Author, and world-renowned coach. She has published ten books, including Finding Your Own North Star, Diana Herself, and The Way of Integrity, which this interview focuses on. Expect to learn: — How Martha’s Near Death Experience radically altered her trajectory in life — The incredible psychological benefits of radical honesty — How to tap into your right brain when creating a vision for your life— Martha’s view on the purpose of human life And more. You can learn more about Martha’s work, books, and courses at https://marthabeck.com.---Martha Beck's journey began with dreams of academia, but life led her to motherhood and Harvard degrees. Embracing rest, she found her calling as an author and life coach. With "The Way of Integrity," a New York Times Best Seller, she empowers readers worldwide. As president of Martha Beck, Inc., she speaks globally, offering workshops and coaching through Wayfinder Life Coach Training. Martha's mission centers on ending suffering, promoting integrity, compassion, inclusion, and antiracism. Her work fosters a more just, compassionate world. You can learn more about Martha’s work, books, and courses at https://marthabeck.com.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:29 - Embracing Wholeness10:59 - Airplane Metaphor Lessons18:35 - Self Integrity23:44 - Philosophy Journey30:12 - Navigating Challenges35:44 - Reframing Beliefs40:44 - Finding Peace46:13 - Learning from Teachers52:47 - Creativity and Joy54:57 - The Meaning of Life58:52 - Dr. Martha Beck’s Insights---— Martha Beck’s website - marthabeck.com— Martha Beck’s books - amzn.to/4digxJk
A Divided Brain and an Addicted World: The Missing Link? — Dr Iain McGilchrist The Weekend University 2024-06-06 | In this interview, I spoke with Dr Iain McGilchrist about how his hemispheric hypothesis may help to account for the widespread addiction in our society. Dr McGilchrist is a psychiatrist and writer, who is committed to the idea that the mind and brain can be understood only by seeing them in the broadest possible context. He is the author of several books, including the international bestseller: “The Master and His Emissary”, and most recently: “The Matter with Things”. In this conversation, we discuss: — The extent to which we may be entering into the third major decay of Western civilisation and how Dr McGilchrist’s hemisphere hypothesis may help to account for this — The differences in how the two hemispheres attend to the world and how we are becoming an increasingly left-hemisphere dominated society— The three most important ingredients for holistic human flourishing — Dr McGilchrist’s views on the “sacred” and whether or not we can view values such as goodness and truth as being embedded into the structure of being itself. And more. You can learn more about Dr McGilchrist’s work by going to: https://channelmcgilchrist.com.---Dr Iain McGilchrist is a Psychiatrist and Writer, who lives on the Isle of Skye, off the coast of North West Scotland. He is committed to the idea that the mind and brain can be understood only by seeing them in the broadest possible context, that of the whole of our physical and spiritual existence, and of the wider human culture in which they arise – the culture which helps to mould, and in turn is moulded by, our minds and brains. He was formerly a Consultant Psychiatrist of the Bethlem Royal and Maudsley NHS Trust in London, where he was Clinical Director of their southern sector Acute Mental Health Services.Dr McGilchrist has published original research and contributed chapters to books on a wide range of subjects, as well as original articles in papers and journals, including the British Journal of Psychiatry, American Journal of Psychiatry, The Wall Street Journal, The Sunday Telegraph and The Sunday Times. He has taken part in many radio and TV programmes, documentaries, and numerous podcasts, and interviews on YouTube, among them dialogues with Jordan Peterson, David Fuller of Rebel Wisdom, and philosopher Tim Freke. His books include Against Criticism, The Master and his Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World, The Divided Brain and the Search for Meaning, and Ways of Attending. He published his latest book: The Matter With Things, a book of epistemology and metaphysics. You can keep up to date with his work at https://channelmcgilchrist.com.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:38 - Decline of Civilization's Roots16:20 - Left Hemisphere's Impact on Society24:17 - Spirituality and Meaning in Society36:20 - Left Hemisphere's Grip: Addiction and Control44:35 - Values, Beauty, and Mental Well-being01:00:54 - Finding Hope in McGilchrist's Insights---6 Books Dr McGilchrist Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — The Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World - Dr Iain McGilchrist - amzn.to/3IUXPKn — The Matter With Things: Our Brains, Our Delusions, and the Unmaking of the World - Dr Iain McGilchrist - amzn.to/3oOSFIW — Madness and Modernism: Insanity in the light of modern art, literature, and thought - Louis Sass - amzn.to/3qpm5Og— The Paradoxes of Delusion: Wittgenstein, Schreber, and the Schizophrenic Mind - Louis Sass - amzn.to/3N6ct3Q— The Creative Mind: An Introduction to Metaphysics - Henri Bergson - amzn.to/43DMC8O— Lived Time: Phenomenological and Psychopathological Studies - Eugène Minkowski - amzn.to/45IyuNG
Donald Hoffman - Consciousness, Mysteries Beyond Spacetime, and Waking up from the Dream of Life The Weekend University 2024-05-30 | Professor Donald Hoffman is a cognitive neuroscientist and the author of more than 90 scientific papers and three books, including Visual Intelligence and The Case Against Reality. He is best known for his theory of consciousness, which combines evolutionary theory with mathematics to make a compelling case that the reality we see every day is an illusion created by our minds. In this conversation, we explore: — The groundbreaking scientific research being conducted by physicists into the “structures” beyond spacetime — Donald’s theory of conscious agents— The implications his theory of consciousness has for our understanding of the purpose of lifeAnd more. You can follow Donald on Twitter @donalddhoffman - https://x.com/donalddhoffman—Prof. Donald Hoffman, PhD received his PhD from MIT, and joined the faculty of the University of California, Irvine in 1983, where he is a Professor Emeritus of Cognitive Sciences. He is an author of over 100 scientific papers and three books, including Visual Intelligence, and The Case Against Reality. He received a Distinguished Scientific Award from the American Psychological Association for early career research, the Rustum Roy Award of the Chopra Foundation, and the Troland Research Award of the US National Academy of Sciences. His writing has appeared in Edge, New Scientist, LA Review of Books, and Scientific American and his work has been featured in Wired, Quanta, The Atlantic, and Through the Wormhole with Morgan Freeman. You can watch his TED Talk titled “Do we see reality as it is?” and you can follow him on Twitter @donalddhoffman.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:39 - Perception, Reality, and Consciousness21:18 - The Cognitive Dissonance of Perception29:19 - The Limits of Perception36:30 - Navigating Consciousness42:48 - Exploring Reality Beyond Space-Time54:42 - Consciousness and Reality01:00:16 - Prof Hoffman’s Resources---Interview Links:— Prof Hoffman’s profile: http://www.cogsci.uci.edu/~ddhoff— Prof Hoffman’s book: bit.ly/3SCwTTA
Find the Work that Makes You Come Alive - Jonathan Fields The Weekend University 2024-05-16 | Jonathan Fields is an award winning author, entrepreneur, webby-nominated producer, and host of one of the world’s top podcasts - the Good Life Project. He has been featured in outlets including: The New York Times, CNN, The Guardian, and FastCompany. His most recent book: “Sparked” provides a simple framework for helping individuals to discover the work that makes them come most fully alive, and it is the focus of this conversation.You’ll learn:— Jonathan’s philosophy of “Maximum Sustainable Generosity” and how this helps him to avoid burnout— The 10 “Sparketypes” and how Jonathan’s assessment can provide deep insights into the work that you find most meaningful and energising— The relationship between your primary sparketype, shadow sparketype, and anti-sparketype— Why thinking small and an experimental mindset are vital if you want to make a meaningful impact in the world. And more.You can learn more about Jonathan’s innovative work at jonathanfields.com and take the assessment at https://sparketype.com.---Jonathan Fields—the Good Life Guy—delivers insights that spark purpose, possibility, and potential. On a decades-long quest to discover what makes people come fully alive, Jonathan is an award-winning author, Webby-nominated producer, business innovator, and host of one of the world’s top podcasts, Good Life Project. The Wall Street Journal named Good Life Project one of the top self-development podcasts, and Apple featured it on-stage during its legendary annual product event. Jonathan is featured widely in the media, including The New York Times, FastCompany, Entrepreneur, Forbes, Inc., Entrepreneur, CNN, The Guardian, O Magazine, SELF, Allure, Outside, Elle, Vogue, Fitness and thousands of other outlets.In addition to writing award-winning and bestselling books like SPARKED: Discover Your Unique Imprint for Work that Makes Us Come Alive, How to Live a Good Life and Uncertainty: Turning Fear and Doubt Into Fuel For Brilliance, Jonathan has founded several companies with a focus on maximizing human potential. The most recent is Spark Endeavors, where he is the chief architect and driving force behind the world’s first purpose, engagement, and flow archetypes–the Sparketypes®. This powerful tool has been tapped by over 600,000 individuals and organizations, generating more than 30-million data-points and a rapidly growing body of stories, use-cases, applications, and insight-based solutions to help transform how we work, lead and live. On the live or virtual stage, Jonathan captivates with eye-opening ideas, stories, and science. He draws not just from his own experience, but also the wisdom of the many global visionaries he’s interviewed, along with insights from the vast data-set generated by the Sparketype Assessment. It all adds up to a rare ability to take audiences on a joyful journey of discovery. Jonathan’s unique insights and solutions inspire people to put what they learn into action.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:26 - Vitality, Connection, Contribution06:48 - Making Things Move People20:42 - Finding Your Work Spark31:32 - Spark Archetypes & Motivation47:54 - Maximizing Spark Assessment54:36 - Making a Daily Difference---Interview Links:— Jonathan’s website - jonathanfields.com— Jonathan’s books - amzn.to/3wdZQOd
Diversity, Dreamwork, & Intersectionality in Therapy - Dr Dwight Turner The Weekend University 2024-05-09 | Dr Dwight Turner is a psychotherapist, Senior Lecturer and Researcher at Brighton University, and the author of “Intersections of Privilege and Otherness in Counselling and Psychotherapy”. He is one of the world’s leading experts on how privilege, otherness, and intersectionality impact therapeutic practice, and in this conversation we discuss:— What is intersectionality and why it’s vital for therapists to become aware of— The concept of otherness, how we often “other” ourselves to fit in socially, and the damaging effect this has on the human psyche — How dream work can provide illuminating insights for identifying aspects of ourselves we may have othered— How most of us have some of privilege, why it’s not inherently a bad thing when used in the service of others, and also the situations in which it becomes toxicAnd more.You can learn more about Dr Turner’s work by going to: dwightturnercounselling.co.uk and follow him on Twitter @Dturner300.---Dr Dwight Turner is a psychotherapist, Senior Lecturer and Researcher at the School of Applied Social Science at Brighton University. Dr Turner casts an intersectional lens on privilege, supremacy, otherness and social justice. He was invited to deliver the keynote presentation at the BACP’s ‘Working with Diversity’ Conference in 2019.His blog post – “Black Steel in the Hour of Chaos” addressed the anguish and the action that has risen from the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis, and has been widely read by UK and US therapists. Dr Turner’s book: ‘Intersections of Privilege and Otherness in Counselling and Psychotherapy:’ was published by Routledge in 2021. You can keep up to date with his work and latest blog posts at: dwightturnercounselling.co.uk and follow him on Twitter @Dturner300.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:10 - Mental Health Intersectionality06:11 - Balance & Responsibility12:49 - Self-Discovery Journey21:56 - Parental Influence on Identity30:38 - Impact of Othering37:27 - Dream Work & Identity41:00 - Influence of Internalized Objects43:39 - Healing Reflection45:33 - Dr. Turner's Work & Platforms46:59 - Book Recommendations---Interview Links:— Dr Turner’s website: dwightturnercounselling.co.uk— Dr Turner’s book: amzn.to/3APOMqj 3 Books Dr Turner Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — Queering Psychotherapy - Jane Czyzselska: amzn.to/3UZJFeG — Black Identities White Therapies - Colin Lago and Divine Charura: amzn.to/3V64GUY — Intersections of Privilege and Otherness in Counselling and Psychotherapy: amzn.to/3APOMqj
Healthy Masculinity, Shadow Work, Archetypes & Finding Your Tribe - Philip Folsom and Joshua Wenner The Weekend University 2024-05-02 | Joshua Wenner and Philip Folsom are the founders of K4 - a men’s leadership community which equips men with psychological tools and resources to become their best selves and create a better life for their families and their communities.Their members include entrepreneurs, combat veterans, leading mental health professionals, first responders, doctors, lawyers, artists and musicians, and everything in between.In this conversation, we explore some of the core ideas and philosophy that K4 is built upon, including: — The 4 Masculine Archetypes: King, Warrior, Magician, Lover, and how to fully embody these to thrive in the modern world— Why it’s possible for men to aim to be both good and powerful — and why it’s important to realise this isn’t an either/or choice— Shadow work and how to integrate wounded parts from your pastAnd more. You can learn more about their work and community at https://www.k4men.com.---Joshua Wenner is an entrepreneur, veteran, filmmaker, and emotional resilience expert. He has spent the last 20 years growing companies and maximizing human potential—while affecting the lives of over 500,000 humans. He is the founder of Emotional Resilience Training (ERT) & co-founder of the K4 School of Menswork & Valor Warrior Resiliency Programs.Joshua’s coaching, curriculum, and frameworks are being used to help high achievers, successful entrepreneurs, first responders, men, veterans, and those who deal with high stress and trauma. He teaches emotional resilience tools to help people navigate challenging situations and achieve meaningful results. Before his current work, Joshua had a successful $20M exit as a founding team with Business Rockstars. He has been an advisor to multiple entrepreneurial ventures, has provided high-level 1:1 and group coaching, and was on an elite team of five of the top speakers to train Fortune 100 companies while working for Tony Robbins.In his 1:1 and group coaching, Joshua uses a wide range of technologies to get results for his clients. Some of these include NLP, timeline therapy, gestalt, compassionate inquiry, IFS, hypnosis, inner child work, breathwork, somatic therapy, attachment theory, needs/boundaries work, transformational chairwork, and more. Joshua is currently in post-production of his film The Gift of Grief, a personal story of how he turned the pain of his brother’s loss into meaning & purpose including interviews with the world’s top experts in the fields of grief & trauma. The film is expected to be released Jan 2023.Philip Folsom is an anthropologist, culture development expert, veteran, and CEO of Wolf Tribe. He is also the Co-founder of Valor Resiliency Programs, a critically acclaimed PTSD prevention program for warriors and Co-Founder of K4 a leadership and resiliency community for men. Philip is known for his unique Tribe workshop that focuses on the primary culture components of building healthy and high performing teams. His work regularly includes innovative adventure programming such as vision quests, caving, high ropes challenge courses, Zen archery, and workshops with real horses and wolves.Philip ’s reputation in the team development world is legendary. His in-person events and seminars have dramatically improved the lives of over 500,000 people. His current clients include Microsoft, Apple, Snapchat, Fox Pictures, and Space X. Philip has sat on numerous boards including Red Bull’s High Performance Department. His work is regularly featured on television and podcasts. Philip works regularly with groups from USC and is a regular contributor to Marshall School of Business, including the Masters of Business for Veterans program. He lives with his wife, daughter, and black lab in Venice, CA.---Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:42 - Myth and Masculinity06:55 - Men's Mental Health15:22 - K4: Brotherhood and Resilience23:55 - Habits and Rituals36:54 - Your Perfect Day43:27 - Navigating Challenges55:04 - Letters on Fulfillment---Interview Links:— Joshua’s website - joshuawenner.com— Philip’s profile - philip-folsom-1n4o.squarespace.com/programs
Nervous System Regulation, Self Sabotage, & Somatic Healing — Irene Lyon The Weekend University 2024-04-25 | Irene Lyon is a somatic experiencing practitioner and nervous system expert, who has dedicated the past twenty years of her life to understanding the role that the nervous system plays in healing from past traumas, and setting us up for flourishing in life.She has studied extensively under the likes of Peter Levine, Kathy Kain, and Stephen Terell - so she brings both a wide-ranging and in-depth perspective to her work. In this conversation, you'll learn:— Why the nervous system is the central component around which all other aspects of well-being revolve— How trauma gets "stored" in the body and what can be done to heal — To what extent our behaviour is "hardwired" or malleable to change— Irene's theory on the origins of self sabotageAnd more.. You can learn more about Irene's work at: https://irenelyon.com.---Irene Lyon, MSC. and nervous system expert, teaches people around the world how to work with the nervous system to transform trauma, heal body and mind, and live full, creative lives. To date, her online programs and classes have reached over 9,500 people in over 90 countries. Irene has a Master’s Degree in Biomedical and Health Science and also has a knack for making complex info easy for ALL of us to understand and apply to our lives. She has extensively studied and practices the works of Dr. Moshé Feldenkrais, Peter Levine (founder of Somatic Experiencing), and Kathy Kain (founder of Somatic Practice). Irene spends her free time eating delicious food, hiking in the mountains or walking along the Pacific Ocean in her hometown of Vancouver, British Columbia.---Timestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:02:06 - Core Principles of Irene Lyon's Somatic Healing00:10:02 - Nervous System's Role in Healing Trauma00:19:11 - Resilience and Growth via Navigating the Nervous System00:28:13 - Somatic Healing: Trauma and Spiritual Resilience00:37:56 - Unmasking Personality vs. Soul Spark00:44:15 - Trauma, Safety, and Individuality00:56:51 - Growth and Healing: Overcoming Self-Sabotage01:09:27 - Awakening the Smart Body and Smart Mind---Interview Links:— Smart Body Smart Mind (Irene's course): smartbodysmartmind.com — The Body Keeps the Score - Bessel van der Kolk: amzn.to/3P4lvfO — The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog - Bruce Perry: amzn.to/3oNg9Lb — The Polyvagal Theory: Explained: youtu.be/8AnHlx3qZ30 — Born for Love - Bruce Perry and Maia Szalavitz: amzn.to/3zTA0i5 — Edgar Cayce: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edgar_Cayce — Discovering Your Soul's Purpose - Dr Mark Thurston: amzn.to/3zOhiY3 — Story of Edgar Cayce: There Is a River - Thomas Sugrue: amzn.to/3Q2ivBJ — The Edgar Cayce Handbook for Health Through Drugless Therapy: amzn.to/3Jqcufy 3 Books Irene Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — Scared Sick - Robin Karr-Morse: amzn.to/3oQVTIv — When the Body Says No - Dr Gabor Maté: amzn.to/3vDRfRP — Travels - Michael Criechton: amzn.to/3JpzJqg
Existential Approaches to Therapy – Professor Mick Cooper The Weekend University 2024-04-19 | Get early access to our latest psychology lectures: http://bit.ly/new-talks5Professor Mick Cooper outlines the focus of existential psychotherapy and how it is underpinned by the work of the existential philosophers, some of the greatest thinkers of the 19th & 20th centuries.The Weekend University's mission is to make the best ideas in psychology more accessible to the general public.To do this, we organise 'monthly' lecture days, where attendees get a full day of talks from leading psychologists, authors and university professors.Get our latest psychology lectures emailed to your inbox: http://bit.ly/new-talks5Attend a live event http://bit.ly/weu-events
