Coffee With Dr. Kashey

In this episode, Dr. Kashey introduces the Frustration Sensitivity Index (FSI), providing a broad overview of where to focus cognitive, behavioral, and philosophical efforts. Exploring the discrete nature of frustrating events, he details the four frustration domains: operational, emotional, achievement, and fairness. Through personal experiences and insights, Dr. Kashey navigates the concept of "...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey invites listeners to explore frustration and its impact on our lives. With the promise of practical solutions, Dr. Kashey introduces the Frustration Sensitivity index, a tool designed to assess one's presence of mind and build frustration tolerance. Before diving into the index, he emphasizes the importance of understanding frustration as an event rather than a feeling,...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey talks about frustration, exploring its diverse forms and its peculiar influence on our lives. From minor inconveniences like a frozen phone to major life-altering events such as becoming wheelchair-bound, he navigates through frustrations' operational, emotional, fairness, and achievement domains, showcasing the spectrum of daily challenges. Through insightful examples...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey embarks on a riveting exploration of frustration, dissecting its intricate influence on our lives and providing actionable insights on navigating its myriad manifestations. Opening with a thought-provoking analogy, Dr Kashey challenges whether many little frustrations culminate into a singular, overwhelming experience. Drawing from historical examples, both monumental a...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey talks about the nature of frustration, unraveling its complexities through the lens of language, symbolism, and individual interpretation. Dr. Kashey begins by highlighting the universal acknowledgment of frustration while emphasizing the varied and often comical definitions people ascribe. Delving into the symbolic power of language, he demonstrates how words, or "face...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey shares a guide through the frustrating journey of Jessica, a traveler whose meticulously planned trip takes an unexpected turn, leading to a cascade of irritations and setbacks. Dr. Kashey explores the multifaceted aspects of frustration, ranging from minor annoyances to overwhelming experiences. He skillfully weaves in ancient philosophical wisdom and real-life client...

In part two of the accidental psychobiology of stress series, Dr. Kashey takes you through the intricate concept of resilience. This episode delves deep into the seven habits of highly resilient people, shedding light on the crucial elements contributing to one's ability to recover from distress and adapt to challenging situations. Dr. Kashey walks you through the first four traits, emphasizing th...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey takes an unexpected detour from the planned lesson on resilience and the psychobiology of stress. Dr. Kashey dives into a thought-provoking post from the group. A community member shares the ups and downs of their journey, expressing frustration despite notable successes. Dr. Kashey seizes this opportunity to discuss the concept of neediness and the pitfalls of rigid be...

In today's session, Dr. Kashey explores the psychobiology of stress, emphasizing resilience and the ability to recover from and adapt to distress. This two-part episode explores the intricacies of stress and its potential to compound into what feels like a never-ending spiral. In part one, Dr. Kashey unravels the seven habits of highly resilient people. The first three are flexible beliefs, allowi...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey delves into the practical applications of cognitive behavioral science in managing stress and preventing unwanted weight gain. He draws from previous lessons on stress and frustrating stimuli, translating theory into real-world strategies. Dr. Kashey explains how historical approaches to stress management were primarily reactive, focusing on helping already stressed ind...

Today, Dr. Kashey talks about stress and everything it entails. He unravels the complexity behind this term, tracing its origins to a fascinating historical mistranslation from Hungarian scientific works. Dr. Kashey guides listeners through the confusion stemming from the physics and biological definitions of stress and strain, shedding light on how these terms are often misused in everyday langua...

Welcome to a new episode where Dr. Kashey discusses the intricate and sometimes frightening field of the psychobiology of the human stress response. Dr. Kashey courageously navigates the complexities of how stress can manifest into detrimental health effects, impacting our bodies and minds. The episode breaks down the stress response into six key steps, from the initial stimulus to the bodily stre...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey addresses a fundamental yet often overlooked aspect of human behavior: the battle between control and influence. With his trademark wit and wisdom, he emphasizes the importance of understanding the negative consequences of an obsession with control and the benefits of shifting our perspective to influence. He shares how thinking in terms of influence rather than control...

Welcome to another enriching episode with your insightful host, Dr. Kashey. In this episode, we delve deep into transformation, focusing on harnessing negative experiences to propel oneself toward growth and resilience. Our central character, Tabitha, makes a comeback, illustrating the profound impact of managing frustration and impulsiveness. Driven by a desire for self-improvement, Tabitha refle...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey discusses the fascinating realm of turning obstacles into opportunities. Inspired by an insightful comment from TKN's client, Danielle, he explores the profound impact of changing our perspective on challenges. By focusing on the side effects of our growth journey, Danielle has developed a remarkable ability to transform moments of stress, anxiety, and fear into opportu...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey explores the dynamics of frustration, resilience, and the art of overcoming life's hurdles. Inspired by a post from a successful real estate professional, Rocky, who shared her moment of pushing through a challenging task, Dr. Kashey explores the science behind frustration tolerance. He emphasizes that life often feels frustrating but teaches listeners how to distinguis...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey dives into the prevalent theme of offense in today's culture, exploring the dynamics of language, influence, and the human tendency to feel offended. He takes listeners on a journey through the continuum of influence, shedding light on how our responses to offensive language can either reinforce destructive patterns or pave the way for constructive outcomes. Dr. Kashey...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey delves into the profound connection between what we say and how we perceive ourselves and the world around us. In a constant flux of words, he creatively likens the mouth to a representation of our gastrointestinal tract, emphasizing the impact of both external and internal "garbage" language on our well-being. Dr. Kashey challenges the pervasive notion that we automati...

In this fiery and insightful episode, Dr. Kashey challenges the widely accepted notion that you automatically become like the people you surround yourself with, debunking this flawed belief. He dismantles the oversimplified idea that merely spending time with certain individuals automatically changes your beliefs and actions. He emphasizes the importance of personal choice and free will in shaping...

In this captivating episode, Dr. Kashey takes us on an insightful journey into STDs (Substitute, Trash, Decrease). To elaborate, he shares a remarkable story about Tabitha, a resilient individual who battled adversity, transforming her life from sickness to wellness. Tabitha's tale serves as a powerful backdrop for a thought-provoking exercise. The episode prompts us to introspect and analyze our...

Today's discussion touches on the three fundamental aspects crucial for maintaining a rational and constructive relationship with food, eating, and your body, which pave the way for overcoming life's hurdles with grace. Dr. Kashey talks about SRO, which captures the essence of stimuli, responses, and outcomes. Life's stimuli refer to those unavoidable frustrating moments that test our patience and...

Today, Dr. Kashey dives into the world of frustration, anger, venting, and vices. Have you ever felt that overwhelming urge to let it all out or even indulge in binging? Buckle up as Dr. Kashey explores the biological and philosophical aspects of why we tend to gravitate towards these behaviors when upset. He breaks down the logic behind why venting and vices seem to make sense when we're angry an...

In this episode, Dr. Kashey dives into the fascinating realm of human belief systems. He delves deep into the intricate workings of the SRO model, a powerful tool for understanding the interactions between cognition, emotion, and behavior, as he explores how humanity's belief system influences our actions, frustrations, and outcomes, particularly when it comes to our relationship with food, eating...

Today, Dr. Kashey talks about how being frustrated with positive results can lead to unhappiness and weight gain, while being content with negative results may have a different effect. In the previous lesson, Dr. Kashey introduced the SRO model, focusing on its relevance to food, guilt, body image, and resolving related problems. In this episode, he takes us on an ultra-quick review of the SRO mod...

In this episode, Dr. Trevor Kashey explores how chronic musterbation can impact the body and mind. He highlights the importance of understanding the potential consequences and invites listeners to examine their beliefs around food, eating habits, and body image. Through his unique SRO model, he explores how rational and distorted beliefs shape our perceptions and responses, ultimately impacting ou...