Look, Just Tell Me What To Do.

Today we hear from Erin Gilmore, an instructor for Yoga Flo in San Francisco's Marina district. Here, she will discuss her amazing psychological gifts and the underlying the forces that made her. Please tune in!  My contact information: benjaminrussack@gmail.com;  benjaminrussack.com; 415.497.1908   Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism:  Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dre...

So how about a female perspective on dating? Better yet, how about a perspective from a female therapist who lives in San Francisco, arguably the most prolific city for dating in the world?   Today we talk with Natalia Weisel, who discusses the importance of becoming a student of dating in order to navigate the chaos of finding love in a modern age.  To this end, Natalia will impart the following...

PLEASE DONATE TO GUARDIAN GYM!! And of course check out their regular website at: https://www.guardiangym.org   EpisodevOverview: On 3109 Adeline street in Oakland California, stands Guardian Gym, a warehouse sized non profit, Boxing, kickboxing and Brazilian Jujitsu academy where kids 18 and under not only train for free, but are also fed healthy meals, and even have access to a study hall.  Toda...

It wasn’t until after graduating from Foundations, an outpatient program for treatment of her addiction to cocaine and alcohol, that Olivia would matriculate into my private practice. Now, a year and some change in, we have decided that it is time for Olivia to move on. as a closing gesture, we created this podcast to both celebrate our work together as well as to provide a bridge towards the next...

When is it okay to try to hold hands during a first date? How long should the date last? What is the Triangular Gaze and how does it relate to landing that first kiss? Today, we speak again with dating coach Nick Turner, who will discuss the techniques of establishing a strong connection within those first few moments as well as his belief that every first date should include sex. Will you agree? ...

Too often therapists are trained to say very little to their patients, and will "sit and nod" during the therapy hour instead of actually engaging. Today, we interview Katheryn James, LMFT, and discuss the advantages of having a therapist who actually speak their mind, offers perspectives and delivers concrete, actionable feedback.  Katheryn James LMFT, has been seeing adult patients for fifteen y...

Today, we talk with Brad Smallwood, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. We will discuss how some of us may be prone to anger than others and how experiences from early childhood might shape the way we express our feelings. Brad also recommends skills we can employ to mitigate hurt feelings--everything from splashing cold water on our face, taking a run around the block to even washing the dish...

For today's episode, I appear as a guest on Charles Duhigg's podcast How To! featuring myself and Andy Puddicombe, founder of Headspace and an expert on techniques for how to fall (and remain) asleep.   My contact info:  Benjaminrussack@gmail.com benjaminrussack.com 415.497.1908     Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism:  Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in J...

Today we talk to Ryan Saldivar, Massage Therapist, Yoga Instructor, musician, and soon to be Doctor of Chiropractic. Ryan is a joint and spine rehabilitation specialist who has helped over 5,000 people with back pain since recovering from his own injuries as recounted in the current episode.  Ryan Saldivar can be reached at:   yogaman505@gmail.com   I can be reached at: Benjaminrussack@gmail.com b...

Today we examine the physical and mental health benefits of Brazilian Jujitsu and  martial arts at large. We will also discuss some of the dramatic ups and downs experienced by those who walk the path of the martial artist as well as some of the shadowy aspects of dojo culture.  The star of today's show is Mike Murrell, a Jiu-Jitsu Instructor at Ralph Gracie San Francisco and the Owner of his own...

Today we present a third interview with Nick Turner, dating coach, who breaks down, in incredible detail, the first fifteen minutes of a conversation between yourself and a person you just met.   My Contact Info: Benjaminussack@gmail.com;  benjaminrussack.com, 415.497.1908 Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism:  Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psy...

Today we present a second interview with Nick Turner, dating coach, who discusses the importance of Mindset and the Five Pillars of dating.    My Contact Info: Benjaminussack@gmail.com;  benjaminrussack.com, 415.497.1908 Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism:  Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97)

Today we interview Brad Smallwood LMFT, who discusses his experience working with teens with emphasis on comnunicating with and listening to your teen.    My Contact Info: Benjaminussack@gmail.com;  benjaminrussack.com, 415.497.1908   Brad Smallwood, LMFT: brad@bradfordsmallwood.com;  bradfordsmallwood.com; 415.343.5254   Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism:  Animal Guide...

My Contact Information:  Benjaminrussack@gmail.com; 415. 497.1908l benjaminrussack.com   Joe Reagan's Contact Information: ashburypi@gmail.com   Also, for more information on recovery resources, please refer to the program notes from my addiction and recovery episode featuring Alec.    Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism:  Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies i...

  My Contact Information:  Benjaminrussack@gmail.com; 415. 497.1908l benjaminrussack.com Stephanie Hanger LMFT can be reached at: stephanie@stephaniehangermft.com; 415.813.2973; www.stephaniehanger.com As always, please feel to call or email with any questions or concerns! And please subscribe!!     Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism:  Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dre...

My Contact information: Benjaminrussack@gmail.com;  415.497.1908; benjaminrussack.com   TJ Woodward: Tj@tjwoodward.com;  www.tjwoodward.com  ;  www. ConsciousRecovery.com   ABOUT TJ WOODWARD TJ Woodward  is a revolutionary addiction recovery specialist, bestselling author, inspirational speaker, and treatment consultant who has helped countless people through his simple, yet powerful teachings. He...

Today we interview Brad Smallwood LMFT, who discusses his experience and adventures from working within the Bay Area's frenetically paced tech world.    My Contact Info: Benjaminussack@gmail.com;  benjaminrussack.com, 415.497.1908 Shameless plug for my father's book on Animal Dream Symbolism:  Animal Guides in Life, Myth and Dreams (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts, 97) Brad Small...

Nick Turner, Dating Coach, discusses techniques for meeting new people and forming satisfying romantic relationships in our latest episode of Look, Just Tell Me What To Do. We will discuss everything from how to "Cold Approach" people in public to handling rejection, building self confidence and what it takes to build and maintain a solid relationship.    Shameless plug for my father's book on Ani...

What does it mean to have a productive fight verses one that damages the relationship? What is mind reading? What is an "I statement" vs a "You Statement" and why should anyone care? Today we interview couple's therapist Stephanie Hanger, LMFT for answers to these questions and more as we delve into the oft choppy waters of conflict resolution in relationships.  My Contact Information:  Benjaminru...

Today we talk to Alec, whose thirteen year stretch of drug use nearly ended in his own death. Two years hence, Alec discusses the pitfalls of relapse and recovery as well as shares tips for those trying to achieve recovery.    My contact info: benjaminrussack@gmail.com; 415.497.1908; benjaminrussack.com Bay Area Recovery Resources: (I'll leave the googling to you. Herein are the programs that I pe...