The Wise Mind Happy Hour

Send us Fan Mail We all sleep...there's no getting around it. But IS IT WISE? Most definitely. From sleep masks to mouth tape to the controversial nature of alarm clocks, we tackle it all. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Regardless of how you feel about meditation, mindfulness and the like...there is a lot to discuss. Whether you love it, hate it, or just want to learn more...Kelly and Jon provide some wisdom. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered if spending hundreds of dollars to stand in a field for multiple days is actually a good life decision? Well...we apparently have. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Going to the dentist, writing thank-you notes, EXERCISING 🏋️ these all often come accompanied with the word "should." Well...should we use the word "should?" Enter the multi-dimensional universe of PUSHING...when is it wise to push yourself, and when is it wise to let go? (And when is it easy to mix the 2 up?) - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Our favorite therapists (Kelly Kilgallon & Jon Butz) take on the BIG FISH that is  the messy Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuit—a Hollywood feud that reveals complex questions about power dynamics, creative control, and on-set boundaries. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Josh busts out of his tux, Jon steps on glass, and Kelly legally changes her first name to "Bingo" - all of this and MORE in this exclusive (and somewhat wise) look into Josh and Kelly's recent wedding. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail 48 hours before therapist Kelly Kilgallon stands under the chuppah to wed fellow producer Josh Bayer (🚨 NOT FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE 🚨), she decides to lay bare her innermost thoughts in this revealing episode of "Wise Mind Happy Hour"...Kelly's final episode as a NON-MARRIED WOMAN. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Ever considered hiring a robot to write your wedding vows? No? 🤖 How about asking Chat GPT to build you a PowerPoint for a work presentation? 🦾 The world of AI (artificial intelligence, not Alan Iverson) is a slippery slope, and therapists Kelly Kilgallon and Jon Butz have a lot to say regarding the wisdom (and lack thereof) lurking in these murky technological waters.  - music...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wanted to experience host Jon Butz consuming a chocolate sardine on LIVE AIR? Have you ever dreamt of "fusing" less with your negative thoughts & emotions? If your answer to both is "yes," then this episode is clearly for you. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail We all have a child within us...even if we're thriving adults. And getting in touch with this INNER CHILD might just be the special sauce to gaining a bit of self-compassion in this dog-eat-dog world. Therapist Alexandra Wallen joins us on this insightful episode, as we unlock doors to healing the wounds of our younger selves...join us. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail What do broken bread slicers, wedding planning, and Chicago's notorious Lower Wacker Drive all have in common? SHORT ANSWER: they all have the ability to test your distress tolerance. Ready to stop white-knuckling through difficult moments and start responding with greater wisdom? This episode might just change your life. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Forgiveness—what does it really mean, and why does it seem so impossibly difficult sometimes? We've all heard the phrase "forgive and forget," but as we discover in this episode, that common advice might be missing the point entirely. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Imagine a system that claims to unlock your personal operating potential based solely on your birth details. Is Human Design a profound tool for self-knowledge or just another flavor of spiritual window dressing? We dive into this fascinating personality system that blends astrology, ancient wisdom traditions, and modern physics to create what proponents call your "energetic...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever found yourself "going to the hardware store for milk?" Or - more specifically - seeking validation from those who are simply unable to provide it? THEN THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU. Learn how to have your own back when others aren't quite cutting the mustard...very wise, indeed. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Money anxiety is skyrocketing as economic uncertainty dominates headlines. Tariffs, inflation fears, and recession talk have many of us spiraling into scarcity thinking—but what if we could find stillness amid the chaos? Join us as we unravel our financial anxieties. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Special guest Dr. Alisa Bayer (PhD) brings decades of couples therapy wisdom to this enlightening conversation about the hidden dynamics that drive relationship conflicts. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail another mini episode - apologies for all of this MINIATURE BROADCASTING 🌟🌟🌟 we explore how wise it is to have a podcast 🏋️‍♀️🏋️🏋️‍♂️ please feel free to weigh in 👍 - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Boooooooring...have you ever had that thought? Well maybe it's time to dig deeper. Join us on our journey of exploring the wisdom behind the human emotion commonly referred to as "boredom," and the surprising value that can come from embracing it. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail This episode is even tinier than all of our other episodes. Why? Our co-host Jon Butz is off this week.  Instead, we have Kelly and our producer JOSH - who is actually her fiancé - take you on a remarkably candid journey through their personal struggles and how they navigate them together using "wise mind" principles. Interested? Listen. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Acceptance might be one of the most misunderstood concepts in mental health. When we suggest "accepting" difficult emotions or challenging circumstances, many people hear "just be okay with it" or "give up and stop trying to change things." This profound misinterpretation keeps countless people stuck in cycles of resistance that ultimately increase su...

Send us Fan Mail So many of us can fall into the trap of wanting to be PERFECT...wanting the perfect body, the perfect relationship, or the perfect podcast. But what if we embraced imperfection? We explore this (and more) on our latest episode of Wise Mind Happy Hour. (And stay tuned till the end for an exclusive segment on the wisdom of bumper stickers.) - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Welcome aboard our first official guest, psychiatrist Dr. Vijay Khilanani, as we delve into the murky waters of pharmaceuticals, psychedelics, and negotiating at a car dealership. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail What is "gratitude?" We explore this concept (and more) on the latest episode of Wise Mind Happy Hour. Buckle your seatbelts... - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Did YOU feel overwhelmed by the last holiday season? Because we definitely did. Join us as we share personal stories and strategies to maintain balance and well-being during this festive yet chaotic time. By embracing our "inner Grinch," we explore the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care during the holiday season. - music by blanket forts -

Send us Fan Mail Is work-life balance a myth in today's world? We tackle this provocative question (and more) in our latest episode of "Wise Mind Happy Hour." - music by blanket forts -