Ted in Your Head

Life can be so stressful and so overwhelming, that we might seek to become…numb. There are so many ways that we can numb ourselves to the challenges of life. When this becomes a habit through the various ways available to us, then we can find ourselves stuck, stagnating, hiding out and disengaged from life. In this episode, Ted discusses the wisdom he got from an old Pink Floyd song, and how that is a warning to us all when we want to hide out and numb ourselves to our own lives. TedinYourHead.com

Interview with Dr. Dar Radfar, Board Certified Sleep Apnea Authority Did you know if you're not treated for moderate to severe Sleep Apnea you could lose 12-15 years off your life? Also, a new study from the University of Wisconsin revealed that there is a 5 times higher risk of cancer of any kind if Sleep Apnea is left untreated! In this episode, Ted talks with Dr. Dar Radfar (Dr. Rad) about sleep apnea, its symptoms, causes, and the impact it can have on your physical and mental health. Dr. Rad also discusses home testing for sleep apnea, and different treatment options. If you know that you are not sleeping well, are waking up with a dry mouth, have been told that you snore, and are experiencing drowsiness and a foggy mind during the day, you may have symptoms of sleep apnea. Check out this episode for valuable information and resources that could make a huge difference in your life! TedinYourHead.com

Being alive is a matter of life and death. Life happens daily but death only happens once. However, we tend to avoid the subject of our own mortality, yet, what can be more personal to us? We can’t have a life without a death. In this episode, Ted reflects on the subject of life and death and discusses the questions: Why should we be mindful of death? How can death awareness add to our life? Why do we sometimes carry such existential fear of non-existance? How can we not be afraid of death, our own or that of those we love? Check out this podcast and feel free to comment or review. TedinYourHead.com

In this episode, Ted discusses the desire to take his podcast in a new direction after almost 10 years of the Ted in Your Head Podcast. How to overcome anxiety, how to be more confident, how to let go of worry, these are good topics that Ted have been addressing but now he is asking the question: “How can we live life in a way that allows us to feel excited, inspired, energized and confident in the face of so many changes and challenges? How do we not only avoid falling into negativity and overwhelm, but more importantly, who do we need to be to maintain positivity and keep moving forward? TedinYourHead.com

It’s been said that for many, fear of public speaking is a fear worse than death. However, in today's business environment, chances are you will be required to give reports or presentations to colleagues or clients. Or, you may be asked to give a toast, or speak at a wedding or funeral. As with all fears, fear of public speaking is learned, and what is learned can be unlearned. Nobody is born a good public speaker. The good news is that you can learn to overcome the fear response and speak comfortably and effectively. In this episode, Ted gives the top 10 tips for overcoming the fear of public speaking. Even if you can speak in public but want to do better and feel more comfortable, check out the helpful information in this episode. TedinYourHead.com

If you have the sneaky feeling that you are holding yourself back from taking the actions that lead to success, then there is a good chance you are engaging in self-sabotage. While some self-sabotage behaviors are easy to see, some are subconscious and therefore, hidden. In this episode of the Ted in Your Head Podcast, Ted describes the behaviors and thought processes that can point to your own self sabotage. Once you are aware of them, you can begin to address them and let them go, creating a path to success and accomplishment. TedinYourHead.com

In this episode, Ted answers a question sent in by a Ted in Your Head listener: “I’m having a hard time waking up in the morning. I feel like there’s nothing to look forward to. How can I go about finding something in my life that’s worth waking up for?” Great question: Why get out of bed if it’s only going to be “the same ole same ole…”? Only you can answer that question. The good news is that we all have the ability to create ourselves anew and find passion or passions that move us out of bed and into engagement with the world. Ted discusses some practical actions you can take right away to begin to give yourself a bigger and better reason to get up in the morning. TedinYourHead.com

Does it seem like a lot of people around you are freaking out? Anxious about money, the economy, politics and the future? Is it even possible to maintain a peaceful vibe in the midst of all this anxiety? Yes, it is possible and, in this episode, Ted talks about how to maintain a sense of calm and peace when it seems as if anxiety is like a wave threatening to overwhelm you. See what Ted has to say as he works himself to maintain his peaceful vibe yet still stay informed and taking care of business. TedinYourHead.com

We know that life is not fair. We know that things don’t always go as planned. Yet in spite of knowing this, when things don’t go our way we get angry, frustrated, and upset. That’s ok, these are normal reactions unless our negative emotions overwhelm us, shut us down or create greater problems for us such as self-blaming, shaming and not feeling adequate. How do we keep from pulling our hair out when our expectations for what we want or need are not met? In this episode, Ted talks about how we can approach those times when life is not predictable or fair. While acknowledging that no one likes when things go wrong, this episode provides some thought provoking ideas that you can implement right away that can make it easier to deal with the unplanned, unexpected and unwanted circumstances of life. TedinYourHead.com

I wanted to take some time today to talk to those of you who might be feeling anxious, insecure, and overwhelmed after the recent wildfires here in Los Angeles. I know many of you are dealing with loss, uncertainty, or just the emotional aftermath of everything that’s happened. It's a lot to process. I also want to speak to anyone out there that has gone through anything like this, whether it’s a natural disaster or some other catastrophic experience. I have to be honest with you, I almost hesitate to speak about this. I personally can’t imagine what it would be like to lose your home, your business, or even worse, someone you love—whether that's a friend, a family member, or a pet. These kinds of disasters—whether it’s fires, hurricanes, earthquakes, or anything else—can be incredibly devastating. They can leave you feeling like the ground has disappeared from underneath you. It can feel like everything is happening way too fast, and you're struggling to keep up with it all. But here's the thing: even if you haven’t lost your home or business, the emotional weight of this disaster can still be very real. Just the idea of having to evacuate, or seeing the devastation on the news, can trigger anxiety. It’s hard to watch people go through something so massively destructive, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed just by witnessing it all either in person or over the media. You might feel like you want to help, but you’re also dealing with your own emotions. And that’s okay. It’s also ok to take care of you first. I wanted to speak today because I want to offer what I can to support emotional healing. There are many resources online for things like insurance help, finding aid, and getting your life back to some sense of normalcy, but today I want to focus on how to begin to heal emotionally from something so catastrophic. TedinYourHead.com