The Mental Breakthrough (TMB)

My next guest, longtime friend, and too many years apart without meeting up. It certainly was a pleasure to reunite with The Hammer, Chris Hammer, that is. He welcomed me with a Dark Lotus from the yoga room where he was podcasting from on his end. We talked about the ins and outs of college wrestling life and the ups and downs that followed. Staying in shape can be difficult with athletes as comp...

Dr. CD interviews Ajarn Matthew  A nomadic man with life experience working around the globe across every populated continent, he offers ideas that might help others based on his experience and insight. Sometimes, he gives advice he wishes he had received. Initially planned to be less than an hour, the conversation turned into a two-and-a-half-hour journey through the psyche, culture, and the cont...

My next guest is Parjanya Joshi, a PhD student of philosophy at the University of South Florida. He pursued his studies in his homeland of Mumbai, India, as well as in Canada before coming to America. We initially connected on Twitter through our shared interests in philosophy and martial arts. The main focus of our conversation revolved around providing an explanation of non-dualism and its relat...

A true artist of life, Mo Blackford, joins me to discuss a range of ideas and experiences. Our friendship blossomed while we were teaching at a university in Thailand, and despite our separate journeys thereafter, our connection endured. Mo has an incredible story that begins in England and expands outward, starting with his musical pursuits and later pursuing an education in Spanish and Portugues...

After nearly seven hours of uninterrupted conversation, what began as a catch-up session turned into a profound exploration of life's mysteries. The first half of this podcast delves into Brandon Ruff's background, starting from his arrival in Oroville, his high school wrestling days, and his subsequent move to Sierra College in the greater Sacramento area. Of course, we stopped along the way to e...

I didn't even pop my tooth in or put on a shirt on because Chris Adams said it would be a practice run, but then he suddenly said to just post it. So, anyway, we'll be using this to kickstart the conversation in the actual podcast. I enjoy raw footage because it feels authentic and relatable. Feel free to watch it if you want, but a longer podcast covering these stories and more will be released s...

CREATING LIFE THROUGH WRESTLING & ART In this episode, we discuss the importance of creating a lifestyle that aligns with our passions and the intersection where they meet. Who better to delve into this topic than an artist who embodies his profession and trade in everything he does? We explore the experiences of teaching, fatherhood, navigating through challenges, and finding our purpose in the w...

BREAKING THE BUBBLE In this episode, we delve deep. We begin by exploring the world of martial arts and the profound impact it has on our lives and perspectives. This sets the foundation for a more profound exploration of the psyche and conquering mental obstacles, hence the aptly titled episode, "Breaking the Bubble." It is crucial to burst that bubble, as it leads to inner strength. We further e...

UNVEILING THE DEPTHS In this episode, my good friend Cody Canterbury joins me to discuss a wide range of topics. We became acquainted during the early days of our involvement in MMA, where we met, trained, and even managed a gym together. Although Cody had mentioned various aspects of his past, I never delved too deeply into them. However, today, we decided to explore these subjects further and de...

THE MENTAL BREAKDOWN (Ep. 5) w/Dr. CD and Guest Danny Savage LASTING MARKS: CHILDHOOD IMPRINTS ON ADULT PERSONA This episode explores the journey of two childhood friends who helped shape each other into the adults they are today. Our friendship was strongest during our early years in elementary and middle school, but we have always stayed in close contact throughout the years. Most importantly, t...

Dr. CD and Guest Bear Dreamer Jaxon Kochamp - This episode delves deep into the state of the world today, exploring various thought-provoking topics along with tangents at every turn. We examine simple absurdities, discuss the potential involvement of aliens in society, and draw comparisons between modern times and ancient eras. Bear Dreamer, a Native American with strong connections to his roots...

Guest Ross Clift This episode focuses on the explaining the Dao, which we successfully failed to do. I have known Ross for a long time, and we have trained together in various gyms and shared many stories. Philosophy has always played a significant role in our relationship, and martial arts has been a fundamental aspect that emphasizes our quest to understand the Dao. #MMA #Psychology #Society #Cu...

Guest Host Robert Habibi Introducing my next guest, the wise and only Robert Habibi, who skillfully assumes the role of host, delving into the burning questions that intrigue not only him but potentially everyone else too. I invite you to be a part of "The Mental Breakdown" as we embark on a profound exploration of my innermost thoughts, motivations, and direction. #Psychology #TheMentalBreakdown...

Guest Melvin Washington This episode focuses on the journey of a mixed martial artist, which is a significant topic related to the human experience. It relates to anyone in show business or sports who reaches their prime and needs an off-ramp. Transitioning from this to a more normal lifestyle presented challenges for me personally, and I'm happy to discuss them; I will do monologues on my channel...

I have just completed my dissertation and oral defense and am officially a doctor of psychology. This is where my journey begins. In short, I believe we should plan, prepare, and live accordingly to how we wish to die. Listen here to find out the details of my study.

This podcasts comes from a paper I wrote for my 8th PsyD course called Cultural Diversity in 2019. It is short and points out concerns for researchers without providing much on how to overcome them.

I wrote this paper for my PsyD Master's Leveling program in the course titled: Theories of Human Development. It was written on March 22nd, 2017 when I was still lecturing at the university in Phuket, Thailand, which was before moving up north to Chiang Mai. This is a good one to start with because it tells a little about me while exploring psychological theories readily useful for anyone pursuing...