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Eric and Quan Barry discuss the power of intentionality in life and art and some of the important themes that show up in her writing. Quan shares her insights on the importance of consciously feeding our thoughts and actions in positive ways. The conversation delves into the importance of creativity, the role of gratitude in personal growth, and the challenges of staying open to new experiences, as well as…

• How attention is a form of deep listening 
• The importance of living a deliberate life 
• How we can be satisfied and content AND still desire more
• The distinction between intention and ambition
• The importance of setting and keeping intentions for the path you are on
• Differentiating between setting intentions and setting goals
• Learning to trust your own voice and remaining open to other’s feedback
• Finding the nuance in labeling and defining oneself
• How a common fear is uncertainty and losing control
• The value in not being afraid to make mistakes

Quan Barry is the author of seven books of fiction and poetry including the recent novel, When I’m Gone, Look for Me in the East, which the New York Times described as, “Mesmerizing and delicate . . . a dazzling achievement.” Barry is one of a select group of writers to receive NEA fellowships in both poetry and fiction, and in 2021 was awarded the American Library Association’s Alex Award. She currently serves as Forward Theater’s inaugural Writer-in-Residence; the world premiere of her first play, The Mytilenean Debate, was part of Forward Theater’s 2021-2022 season.

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How to See The Dharma in Literary Classics with Dean Sluyter

Inventions in Literature with Angus Fletcher

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Dr. Chris Palmer is a psychiatrist with a wealth of personal experience and professional expertise in the field of mental health. Having faced mental health challenges himself, Dr. Palmer has a unique understanding and empathy for those who struggle with mental illness. His determination to make a difference in the lives of others is fueled by witnessing his own mother’s battle with mental health and the impact it had on their family. Grounded in both personal and professional experience, Dr. Palmer’s insights into mental health have the potential to provide valuable guidance for those seeking solutions to their own challenges. In this episode, you’ll learn how to harness your brain energy for mental health and…

• The distinct categories of mental illness: normal depression and anxiety, extreme forms of threat, trauma or stress, and brain disorders
• How to uncover the connection between adverse childhood experiences and long-term brain disorders that may provide insights for prevention and treatment
• How understanding the link between metabolism and mental illness can redefine mental health treatment
• How external factors affecting mitochondrial play a role in overall brain function and wellness
• How to optimize your mental health with your approach to diet, exercise, and medication

Christopher Palmer, MD is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the Director of the Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education at McLean Hospital. For the past 25 years, he has been an academic physician with administrative, research, educational, and clinical roles. Dr. Palmer received his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine and completed his internship and psychiatry residency at McLean Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital.  His book is Brain Energy: A Revolutionary Breakthrough in Understanding Mental Health–And Improving Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, Ocd, Pts

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How to Eat for Better Mental Health with Dr. Drew Ramsey

Eating for Brain Health Dr. Lisa Mosconi

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This August, Ralph and Eric will be offering an in-person “Awakening In The Outdoors” retreat at the beautiful Kripalu Center. During these 5 days together, we’ll enjoy easy hikes, outdoor meditations, insightful workshops, and lively discussions. Our goal is for you to walk away feeling restored, with a firm awareness of new resources, and revitalized through the gifts nature holds for us. To learn more and sign up, click here.

Ralph De La Rosa explains how there is an important connection between nature and mindfulness. He encourages listeners to engage with nature in mindful presence and open their hearts to the natural healing force of the environment. In this episode, you’ll learn how to find healing in nature, how connecting to the world outside can be a simple yet impactful way to improve mental and emotional health, and also…

• How connecting to nature fosters healing and resilience
• Why spending time in nature more readily draws our attention to mindfulness
• Understanding the framework of Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Why engaging with our internal parts can bring healing and transformation
• How the earth has a natural compassionate presence that is necessary for healing
• The benefits of slowing down and being open to mindful presence while in nature
• Learning to hold and bring compassionate presence to our difficult experiences
• Understanding the window of tolerance and how it can grow and expand

Ralph De La Rosa, LCSW, is an internationally published author of books about meditation, trauma, and Internal Family Systems. He is a mentee of Richard Schwartz, an advanced meditation trainee of Jack Kornfield, and has been teaching for 15 years. Ralph is also a trauma-focused psychotherapist in private practice. His work has been featured by Tricycle, the Ram Dass Fellowship, CNN, NY Post, Refinery 29, Women’s Health, and GQ. Ralph’s books are The Monkey Is the Messenger: Meditation and What Your Busy Mind Is Trying to Tell You and Don’t Tell Me to Relax: Emotional Resilience in the Age of Rage, Feels, and Freak-Outs

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The Energy of Emotions with Ralph De La Rosa

Mindfulness in Nature with Mark Coleman

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In This Episode, We Discuss One Woman’s Journey to Sobriety

• Learning to distinguish between intuition and instinct
• How she was able to claim her recover for herself as opposed to for others
• Finding the creative outlet of writing and reading to help her connect with her authentic self
• How she found herself at the intersection of race, privilege, and addiction
• Understanding the importance of inclusivity and representation in overcoming addiction

Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the book, Stash:  My Life in Hiding. She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. She is a 2022 TEDx Speaker, and LA Moth StorySlam winner. Currently, she sits on the advisory boards of the San Diego Writer’s Festival and the Outliers HQ podcast Festival. 

Connect with Laura Cathcart Robbins: Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook

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How to Embrace Sobriety with Gillian Tietz

Special Episode: 4 Different Journeys to Sobriety

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April is National Poetry Month and we put together this special episode to pay tribute to the late poet, Mary Oliver.  Special guests James Crews, Danusha Lameris, Ross Gay, Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer, and Ginny Gay will read one of their favorite Mary Oliver poems and share why the poem is meaningful to them.  Whether you are a fan of Mary Oliver’s work or are just learning about her for the first time, we hope you’ll be inspired by some of the beautiful poetry in this episode!  

In This Episode:

• James Crews reads “Invitation” by Mary Oliver, which invites the reader to tune into the natural world and be available for the profound and beautiful moments in life.
• Danusha Lameris reads “Some Questions You Might Ask” by Mary Oliver. which speaks to how Mary Oliver approached the world as though it were a classroom with opportunities to learn everywhere.
• Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer reads “The Buddha’s Last Instruction” by Mary Oliver that explores the paradoxes of life, such as how we humans are both insignificant and also have “inexplicable value.”
• Ginny Gay reads “Percy Wakes Me by Mary Oliver” that captures the uncomplicated love and joy that is having a dog
• Ross Gay reads “The Real Prayers Are Not the Words” by Mary Oliver and explains how this poem speaks to the entanglement of life, of beauty and survival of all creatures.

If you enjoyed this special episode, check out these other episodes:

James Crews on How to Connect More Deeply with the World

Danusha Lameris on How to Find Solace in Discomfort

Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer on How to Embrace Life’s Paradoxes

Ross Gay on How to Incite Joy

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