Open Heart Therapy: Talks on Emotions and Faith

This episode of Open Heart Therapy takes us on a deep dive into the complex emotion of bittersweet. Exploring the unique blend of happiness and sadness, joy and grief, Nathan discusses how these conflicting emotions are deeply ingrained in the human experience. Drawing inspiration from multiple places, the we offer insights into navigating the emotional tug-of-war of bittersweet moments. Listeners...

In this episode of "Open Heart Therapy", we contrast the difference between the pursuit of happiness and the cultivation of sustainable goodness, the latter which is found through connection and self-sacrifice. Join host Nathan Mayes on another exploration of emotional and spiritual well-being.

In this episode of Open Heart Therapy, Nathan delves into the destructive effects of comparison on our emotions and relationships. He discusses how comparison breeds feelings of inadequacy and disconnect, but also discusses practical strategies to break free from the comparison trap and embrace our unique journeys.

In this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we delve deep into the profound impact of connection and disconnection on our emotional and spiritual well-being. Drawing from insights from Brene Brown and attachment theory, Nathan explores the power of genuine connection and the devastating effects of disconnection. Tune in for an exploration of the dynamics of human connection and the transformative poten...

In this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we explore the emotions of admiration and reverence.

On this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we discuss pity - an emotion that masquerades as compassion but undermines it.

In this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we explore the experience and emotion of overwhelm and the benefit of taking breaks.

In this episode, we discuss the destructiveness of perfectionism and the value of embracing imperfection and mistakes.

In this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we explore the emotions of awe and wonder and how they can play an important role in our lives.

In this episode, we discuss the power of hope in the face of struggle and pain, and the dangers of hopelessness.

On this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we discuss joy as a key perspective to perceiving the meaning of life.

In this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we discuss the potential for anger to be a catalyst for positive transformation, but also the danger of it devolving into the toxic of resentment.

On this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we the bright side of confusion - which is a condition for learning and growth.

On this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we discuss how finding amusement in the things that don't really matter can be a gateway to freedom.

On this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we discuss contributors to chronic stress and Sabbath as an antidote to it.

In this episode of the Open Heart Therapy podcast, we explore the concept of boredom and and how it serves as an invitation to listen to the voice of God and embrace creativity.

In this episode of Open Heart Therapy, we discuss how the power of compassion in connecting us.

Welcome to my podcast - Open Heart Therapy, talks about faith and mental health! Since I'm quarantined at home for Christmas, I thought I would start a podcast. This episode reflects on the choices we have in our lives, and how sometimes it takes unfortunate circumstances to open our eyes to the choices that we have.