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Dr. Kim Lannon discusses how to handle times when it seems that "no good deed goes unpunished", how to effectively perform acts of kindness, and tune out the negativity. She also requests donations for The Wildcat Sanctuary (https://www.wildcatsanctuary.org/) to support the completion of their Catiotown Project as they approach their 25th Anniversary. She hopes to raise $2,500 as a surprise for th...

After "recovering" from a technically stumbling show opening, Dr. Kim Lannon explains the difference between sobriety and recovery and tells us how medically assisted treatments can often muddy the waters.

Narcissists constantly seek help, energy, and attention in relationships, often resorting to demanding behavior. If you find a narcissist demanding these things from you, it's crucial to understand your role in this dynamic and find ways to prevent feeling overwhelmed.

After Labor Day, many people find themselves in transition and faced with changes. The kids are heading back to school, or going to school for the first time. Maybe they are moving from middle school to high school, or high school to college. Changes in our lives often provoke mourning for old phases and grief about losing them. Dr. Kim Lannon talks about dealing with changes and the sadness they...

As graduates face their first year in college, Dr. Kim Lannon, explains the importance of effectively advocating for yourself and your ideas. Often that impulse is suppressed in childhood, and that mentality can linger too long into adulthood.

The Olympics have been an incredible showcase of perseverance for American athletes. How have they developed that skill and what challenges did they face along the way? Dr. Kim Lannon tells us how to build and enhance that quality in ourselves.

We all encounter soul-sucking gaslighters on a daily basis, and it's draining. How can you take control and rise above it? Dr. Kim Lannon discusses the effects it can have on you and offers some effective responses.

Dr. Kim Lannon talks about the importance of backing up medically assisted weight loss treatments with the proper lifestyle changes for maximum and lasting results. She also lays out the real-world costs of extreme public policy stances and the anxiety experienced by those affected.

Dr. Kim Lannon emphasizes the importance of effectively responding to reality rather than denying it. She believes that denying reality often leads to more of the same or even worse outcomes. According to her, we can only make a positive impact on our reality by accepting it and then working to bring about change.

There are numerous sources of out-of-context information, and even misinformation, about medically assisted weight loss, and this can sometimes come from medical professionals. Dr. Kim Lannon provides important insights about the journey for those who are seeking long-term success.

There are lots of options to lose weight. Many are "quick fixes" designed to help you "shed pounds" with surgery and/or pharmaceuticals. Those tools have their place but they are never a complete answer. Dr. Kim Lannon talks about where the real and mission-critical battles are fought in weight loss and how to win them.

Join Dr. Kimberly Lannon in welcoming special guest, Tammy Thies from The Wildcat Sanctuary in Minnesota. They talk about the exotic little cat crisis And the need for people to have better education and understanding around Bengals, Asian leopard cats, savannah cats, Ocelots, Caracals, and much more about the hybrid cat boom in this country and what we can do about it responsibly. Don't miss...

Dr. Kim Lannon talks about some effective responses when your kid (of any age) throws a tantrum and some ineffective responses.

Often in our 30s and 40s, we tend to prioritize being partners, spouses, and parents over our personal goals and passions, often becoming consumed by our careers. Unfortunately, this can inadvertently teach our children the importance of neglecting our personal purpose. This is why many people struggle to answer questions like "What is your why?" or "What is your passion?". Dr....

Dr. Kim Lannon addresses the timeless question of "Why do I always attract narcissistic relationships?" The answer is that you have a role in the dynamic. Understanding your part and why narcissists are drawn to you can help you break these patterns.

Dr. Kim Lannon discusses the potential causes and responses to hand tremors and other types of tremors. Genetics, stress, medications, and more can all play a role. Then, from her mailbag, Dr. Kim answers a listener's question about memories and stress, which eventually leads to a discussion about how memories are formed and how hypnosis works in retrieving them.

Dr. Kim Lannon struggled with missing the Boston Marathon due to "illness", but it turns out that she was facing something a little more severe than the flu. That realization provides some emotional closure and some lessons about being self-aware when it comes to your health.

Dr. Kim Lannon talks about apologies in this episode that comes in response to a listener's question. How do we interpret apologies? The real answer is that the best apologies don't require interpretation. But of course, there are a lot of dynamics to consider on both sides of the apology.

Dr. Kim Lannon chats with fellow Boston Marathon runner Chris DiOrio about the sources of his motivation to run the marathon, in the face of those who openly oppose his presence in the race as well as others running for charities. It's a discussion surrounding the idea that your intent can be valid even if others don't understand.

Dr. Kim Lannon speaks to some of the responses she's received about her plans to run the Boston Marathon route after missing the marathon due to illness. It is a discussion about intent and motivation, whether yours is internal or external in nature, and why it matters.

Dr. Kim Lannon discusses her Marathon Day story leading to a Jungian discussion about existentialism and dealing with our death of self challenges.

Dr. Kim Lannon talks about the mental battles involved in running a marathon and how her preparations are going for her 10th consecutive Boston Marathon Run.

Dr. Kim Lannon responds to the outstanding feedback she received regarding her previous podcast episode of "Your Daily Game Face." In that episode, she discussed the impact of various foods on both our mental and physical health, highlighting the negative effects of the typical American diet because of the way food is processed and sold in this country.

All too often, we minimize the role that what we eat plays in our physical and mental well-being. Dr. Kim Lannon explains that in the U.S. much of the often-severe damage done to us by our everyday diet is actually by design and sanctioned by the FDA. Learn what to look for in your food, and most importantly what to actively avoid, to help move towards a happier and healthier life.

The start of Daylight Saving Time in March can disrupt our sleep patterns and affect our well-being. Dr. Kim Lannon offers some advice on how to mitigate the impact of Daylight Savings.