Close to the Bone

In this episode, we look at the idea of "unselfing" and getting out of our own way. I read a few excerpts from the new book, The Unself-Help Book: How to Get Out of Your Own Way and Start Being Happy . We address overthinking, overanalyzing, and how the "unself work" can help one quiet the mind and experience peace and happiness.

In this episode, we explore life on life's terms. What happens when things don't go as plan? How can we better handle life's challenges and disappointments? Is our current perspective and approach to these difficulties serving us well? We delve into alternative ways to deal with our hardships and more.

In this episode, we look at the response to Dave Grohl's public confession about his infidelity. Why would he betray his wife and children? Why are his fans devastated and distraught by this news? We explore this situation from many angles, and from a spiritual standpoint.

Do you know what a dry drunk is? Do you know what an alcoholic is? And what about alcoholism? In this episode, we explore these terms, their meanings, and some of the symptoms we may all share.

In this episode, we look at the reasons why many blame God. We ask questions such as, "Why doesn't God intervene and fix things?" We try to answer these questions and more.

In this episode I share my personal experience with depression, and what I did to overcome its dark and often debilitating spell.

In this episode, we look at the reasons why people turn to pornography, how it becomes addictive, why sexual objectification is harmful, and more. Suggestions are offered on how to overcome this debilitating addiction.

In this episode we delve into a brief history of pornography, and we look at several scientific studies which include data showing the correlation between online porn, high divorce rates, alcohol and drug and use, and more.

In this episode, we look at the importance of paying attention to the breath. We focus on the health benefits of mindful breathing and offer some helpful techniques.

In this episode, we explore the many reasons why we drink alcohol, smoke pot, and indulge in other drugs. Questions are raised with the intention of shedding light on the subject of addiction and the human condition.

In this episode, we delve deep into why we get angry and how we can let go of it when it arises. 10 suggestive useful key points are given with explanations and examples.

In this episode, we look at the ritual of saying goodbye and good riddance to the old year to bring in the new one. Does this type of send-off serve us well?

In this episode, we explore the dark side of humanity; a side of us that is often repressed. But why look at our shadow? Why let it surface? We try to answer these questions and more.

In this episode, we explore the reasons why we need reminders to be happy and positive, but not to be sad and negative. And we look at ways we can change.

Things change. Yet, we long for them to stay the same. Why? And is this longing useful or harmful? In this episode, we explore these questions and more.

In this episode, we speak frankly about death. Why do we fear it? Can we find peace with it? And can we become friends with fear and death itself? We attempt to answer these questions and more.

In this episode, we look at how courtesy and communication has changed in both the service industry and in everyday interactions. Has it changed for better or for worse?

Are Self-Help and New Age affirmations really helpful? And do they serve us well? In this episode, I try to answer these questions and more.

In this episode, we explore romantic love, loss, loyalty, grieving, and mourning. We view them through the lens of Western societal norms, institutions, and religion.

In this episode we look at today's activists, justice, victim mentality, fear, anger, aggression, and revenge. Does seeking retaliation serve us and society well? We explore this question and more.

Is there a relationship between getting stoned and spirituality? In this episode, we explore this and the reasons why we imbibe and get high.

In this episode, I talk about anxiety, depression, addiction, and alienation.

In this episode, we explore the distinctions between empaths and empathy. Are empaths really as exceptional as we are led to believe?

What have we learned from the pandemic and lockdowns? Has it changed us? In this episode, we attempt to answer these questions by exploring the many opportunities COVID-19 has given us.

Note: {I originally published this podcast episode on December 27, 2020 as Episode 18, I am publishing it again with the hope that it might lift your spirits during this holiday season}. What does Yoga, the Divine, and the fictional character, Ebenezer Scrooge have in common? The answer to this question and more is explored in this episode.