Dr. Daniel A. Franz

The Meaning Project

Health EN ↓ 210 episodes

The Meaning Project sits at the intersection of mental health and meaning—where insight turns into action. Hosted by Dr. Daniel A. Franz—speaker, consultant, and psychotherapist—this podcast explores the ideas that actually move your life forward. Drawing from logotherapy and existential analysis (the psychology of meaning), Dr. Dan breaks down mental health, personal growth, and organizational well-being in a way that’s practical, direct, and real. No fluff. No over-editing. No endless analysis. Just focused, actionable conversations designed to help you navigate the tension between who you a...

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Dr. Daniel A. Franz

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TMP-Ep10 - Substance Use & Abuse 03.07.2020 41:32

I've been working with substance abusing clients and teaching theories in the treatment of addictions for nearly 20 years. In this episode, I share some of that experience for those who may be questioning if they, or somebody they care about, might have a problem. I also share some resources I found fascinating in the study of the history of criminalization of various substances.

TMP-Ep9 - Curahee & So Live Your Life 26.06.2020 17:40

Curahee!! "Three miles up - three miles down!" I'm heading out for a meaningful experience with good friends. I think this is something we all need to do more often - it's too easy to focus on work or responsibility when 'meaning' knocks on our door. What is life asking of you right now - where are the opportunities for you to find meaning? A brief discussion on how I am choosing meaning in this m...

TMP-Ep8 - MBTI I/E & J/P 19.06.2020 36:49

A simple overview of two of the often misunderstood components of the Myers-Brigg Type Indicator (MBTI) - Introversion compared to Extroversion, and then Perceiving compared to Judging. This is the "grad school" version of my understanding of the MBTI - what I was equipped with from school, and had used for the past 20 years. This podcast was recorded just prior to going through 4 days of credenti...

TMP-Ep7 - Work & Meaning 12.06.2020 38:03

Discussion on the idea of work as a source of discovering meaning and expressing our individuality.

TMP-Ep6 - Relationships, Marriage, & Meaning 08.05.2020 33:25

TMP-Ep5 - Discussion on Anxiety & Depression 08.05.2020 50:07

TMP-Ep4 - A Brief History of Logotherapy 08.05.2020 27:26

TMP-Ep3 - 10 Theses of Logotherapy 08.05.2020 19:07

TMP-Ep2 - What is Logotherapy? 07.05.2020 27:27

TMP-Ep1 - Introduction to the Meaning Project 04.05.2020 13:20