Ted in Your Head

On the day of the winter solstice, ( December 21st), humans from ancient times observed the natural movement from the dark to the light and have celebrated it in many different ways. It’s symbolic of rebirth and new beginnings, as the sun begins its conquest over the cold and darkness of winter.  Light is the universal symbol for the light of spiritual awareness. The promise that light will return...

I played Charlie Brown in my grade school production of A Charlie Brown Christmas. The next year, I was the Grinch that Stole Christmas. Back then, I was a lot like both of those characters: melancholy, cynical, and not enjoying the holidays. Do you get the holiday blues? Check out this episode where I share how I let them go one Christmas under a clear blue desert sky. tedinyourhead.com

Have you ever had acupuncture? I had my first acupuncture treatment in high school. I was so impressed with the results that I’ve been getting acupuncture ever since. That’s why I was so excited to have Amir Nowrouz as my guest on the Ted in Your Head podcast. Amir is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Certified Massage Therapist. In this interview we discuss how acupuncture works, how it can help you,...

In the 90’s, while I was going through a very difficult time, someone shared with me a list of things I could do to make things better. That list was so helpful to me I’ve kept it for over 25 years. In this episode I’m sharing it with you. It might be helpful if you’re going through a hard time. It might be helpful if you’re not. Check it out. tedinyourhead.com

According to the National Institutes for Health, most women are completely uninformed or only had some knowledge of the menopause before the age of 40. Yet, this is a stage of life that impacts both women and the men in their lives. One study found that 73% of women blame menopause for their marriage breakdown. In this episode, I have an informative, uninhibited and honest discussion about this li...

Scary witches, goblins, ghosts and ghouls! It’s Halloween time! But you know what’s really scary? CHANGE! Not only that, but it can be hard because there is always a dark side of change and that’s the scary part. Change is scary because a large part of our mind does not want to change. In this episode, I talk about the meaning of Halloween and uses the dark part of the year as a metaphor for the s...

Scary witches, goblins, ghosts and ghouls! It’s Halloween time! But you know what’s really scary? CHANGE! Not only that, but it can be hard because there is always a dark side of change and that’s the scary part. Change is scary because a large part of our mind does not want to change. In this episode, I talk about the meaning of Halloween and uses the dark part of the year as a metaphor for the s...

Extreme gratitude is being grateful for everything you can possibly be grateful for. Gratitude is important because it enhances mental and physical well-being. Gratitude makes relationships better. Gratitude promotes a more positive outlook on life. Gratitude can improve mental health by reducing stress and increasing happiness. Gratitude can improve physical health through better sleep and a stro...

Has it been pointed out to you that you apologize too much? Do you feel that asking for what you need or want is an imposition on others? Do you feel that you need to justify your existence? It’s possible to find ourselves with the feeling that we need to apologize for who we are because we feel bad about ourselves. It’s possible for some people to get to the point where they feel they need to apo...

There is mass hypnosis happening now due to the widespread consumption of social media, the prevalence of social media addiction, and the blurring of lines between social media and news information. The concept of social media hypnosis refers to the trance-like state induced by social media platforms. Just like traditional print and television advertising, this state can be used to bypass consciou...

Ted discusses the work of Dr. Peter A. Levine, the developer of Somatic Experiencing, as well as the healing that is available when we allow ourselves to be in our bodies in an intentional and present way. There is a great source of wisdom and intelligence for us in our human bodies. If we can connect with and be present to our bodies, we can get information and guidance that can help us not only...

Life transitions when we are young are fun! We are hopeful, optimistic and energetic. Life transitions when we get older are more difficult, especially the unexpected or unwanted ones. What can we do when the waters of change get rough? How can we navigate life transitions that are difficult, overwhelming, or painful. The fact is that we are designed for these transitions, difficult as they may be...

We all have a pretty good idea of what we need to be doing to be happy and healthy. And we probably have some behaviors that we know we should stop. In this post, Ted gives you 43 things you should stop doing now. You already know some of them! Check it out. TedinYourHead.com

Out of My Head: July Recap - Dogs, Summer, and Bare feet - Episode 482 Ted in Your Head Podcast Here we are in the dog days of summer...wait…why do we call it that? What’s so great about walking barefoot in the grass? What did the Ted in Your Head episodes in July talk about? These question and more are answered in this episode. TedinYourHead.com

Why should you try hypnotherapy? What will it do for you? Is it safe? How does it work? Is there any risk? For a modality that is so powerful and effective, it’s unfortunate that so many people have so many misperceptions about hypnosis and hypnotherapy. In this episode, Ted explains clearly and simply why hypnotherapy is something you should try. Whether you want to quit smoking, be more confiden...

Ted reads another chapter from his book The Ultimate Guide to Letting Go of Negative and Fear and Loving Life. (available on Amazon.com) Are you trying to get motivated? It’s not going to happen. Motivation is not something you get. Ted tells the funny story of how he figured that out as well as what it takes to be motivated.   Check out this episode for the fundamental necessities to cultivate en...

In this episode, Ted reads a chapter from his book The Ultimate Guide to Letting Go of Negative and Fear and Loving Life. (available on Amazon.com) Who are the Mental Mischief Makers? Negativity, Resignation, Cynicism, and Despair to name a few. Once you let them into the house of your mind, they are hard to get rid of and will create trouble while keeping you from your goals, dreams, and desires....

In this episode, Ted recaps the Ted in Your Head Podcast episodes for June 2025. He also discusses various observations, obstacles, and obsessions that are in his head that you might identify with. TedinYourHead.com

Are you super productive and proud of it? Do people tell you that you are always busy doing something? Great! However, when you stop, slow down, or pause, do you feel anxiety, fear, or guilt? If so, you may have a hidden fear of slowing down or relaxing. There is a term called Hurry Sickness, which is the feeling of being constantly rushed and stressed. There is also such a thing called Doing Addi...

You must check out this fascinating and illuminating conversation with Rohini Walker, British-Indian writer and devoted practitioner of soul-body liberation. Rohini moved to the desert of Joshua Tree, California with her husband from London, England in 2013 and began a creative journey of writing, mentoring, and consulting. Rohini co-founded the arts and cultural print periodical Luna Arcana, with...

Life can be so stressful and so overwhelming, that we might seek to become…numb. There are so many ways that we can numb ourselves to the challenges of life. When this becomes a habit through the various ways available to us, then we can find ourselves stuck, stagnating, hiding out and disengaged from life. In this episode, Ted discusses the wisdom he got from an old Pink Floyd song, and how that...

Interview with Dr. Dar Radfar, Board Certified Sleep Apnea Authority Did you know if you're not treated for moderate to severe Sleep Apnea you could lose 12-15 years off your life? Also, a new study from the University of Wisconsin revealed that there is a 5 times higher risk of cancer of any kind if Sleep Apnea is left untreated! In this episode, Ted talks with Dr. Dar Radfar (Dr. Rad) about slee...

Being alive is a matter of life and death. Life happens daily but death only happens once. However, we tend to avoid the subject of our own mortality, yet, what can be more personal to us? We can’t have a life without a death. In this episode, Ted reflects on the subject of life and death and discusses the questions: Why should we be mindful of death? How can death awareness add to our life? Why d...

In this episode, Ted discusses the desire to take his podcast in a new direction after almost 10 years of the Ted in Your Head Podcast. How to overcome anxiety, how to be more confident, how to let go of worry, these are good topics that Ted have been addressing but now he is asking the question: “How can we live life in a way that allows us to feel excited, inspired, energized and confident in th...

It’s been said that for many, fear of public speaking is a fear worse than death. However, in today's business environment, chances are you will be required to give reports or presentations to colleagues or clients. Or, you may be asked to give a toast, or speak at a wedding or funeral. As with all fears, fear of public speaking is learned, and what is learned can be unlearned. Nobody is born a go...