Ted in Your Head

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...

If you have the sneaky feeling that you are holding yourself back from taking the actions that lead to success, then there is a good chance you are engaging in self-sabotage. While some self-sabotage behaviors are easy to see, some are subconscious and therefore, hidden. In this episode of the Ted in Your Head Podcast, Ted describes the behaviors and thought processes that can point to your own se...

In this episode, Ted answers a question sent in by a Ted in Your Head listener: “I’m having a hard time waking up in the morning. I feel like there’s nothing to look forward to. How can I go about finding something in my life that’s worth waking up for?” Great question: Why get out of bed if it’s only going to be “the same ole same ole…”? Only you can answer that question. The good news is that we...

Does it seem like a lot of people around you are freaking out? Anxious about money, the economy, politics and the future? Is it even possible to maintain a peaceful vibe in the midst of all this anxiety? Yes, it is possible and, in this episode, Ted talks about how to maintain a sense of calm and peace when it seems as if anxiety is like a wave threatening to overwhelm you. See what Ted has to say...

We know that life is not fair. We know that things don’t always go as planned. Yet in spite of knowing this, when things don’t go our way we get angry, frustrated, and upset. That’s ok, these are normal reactions unless our negative emotions overwhelm us, shut us down or create greater problems for us such as self-blaming, shaming and not feeling adequate. How do we keep from pulling our hair out...

I wanted to take some time today to talk to those of you who might be feeling anxious, insecure, and overwhelmed after the recent wildfires here in Los Angeles. I know many of you are dealing with loss, uncertainty, or just the emotional aftermath of everything that’s happened. It's a lot to process. I also want to speak to anyone out there that has gone through anything like this, whether it’s a...

Ted has turned 65 years old and is reminiscing about his life: choices made, opportunities gained and lost, good times and bad times, trying to figure out Medicare… In this episode, Ted reveals 8 essential and valuable things that he would tell his 25-year-old self if he could with the understanding that his 25-year-old self may not listen… Perhaps someone you know might benefit from hearing this?...

It’s Friday the 10th as I record write and four major fires are burning across Los Angeles County. My family and I are safe, the closest fire to where we live is the Eaton Fire burning in the hills above Altadena, just north of Pasadena. However, the air is thick with smoke and ash. My office is in South Pasadena and many of my clients and associates live in the Pasadena area. Tragically, I know p...

Peace on Earth, goodwill to all is what you hear this time of year, but truth be told, it’s sad to see the level of division, distrust and anger in our country today, not to mention the strife we see in the world at large. In the news, on social media, in print, there is anger, condemnation, and blame. Where is the peace? Where is the goodwill? It starts in only one place: your heart. In this epis...