The Higher Practice Podcast for Optimal Mental Health

In today's episode, we're joined by New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned mind/body connection expert Dr. Joan Borysenko. During our time together, we discuss her thoughts about death, the grieving process, and the importance of living a fulfilling life. Dr. Borysenko also shares how she and her husband came face to face with death and the renewed sense of gratitude they found on the other side of both experiences. Show notes: Peace in the Face of Death - 5:53 Being Present During Life - 8:27 The Death and Dying Process - 15:39 Preparation During the Dying Process- 29:29 The Death and Dignity Bill - 39:54 A Story of Guilt - 42:17 To learn more about Dr. Joan Borysenko: https://www.joanborysenko.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joan-borysenko-a0318110 ***** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

The pursuit of spiritual development can take many twists and turns, sometimes showing us where we are growing and sometimes showing us where our shadow continues to operate unabated. In spiritual communities, unexamined unconscious material can get amplified causing significant suffering. In today's episode, Will and Keith share what they learned from experiences with gurus and in being members of spiritual communities in the past. They share openly about the ways they saw their own and others' shadow material emerge in their deep dives in very different spiritual traditions. Show notes: Keith's spiritual awakening - 01:49 Meeting Yogi Amrit Desai's lawyer - 05:36 Will's first meditation retreat - 10:06 Keith's personal shadow - 13:35 Will's personal shadow - 15:58 Shadows in the spiritual communities - 20:58 The divine and animal nature - 36:10 To learn more about Keith Kurlander & Dr. Will Van Derveer visit www.psychiatryinstitute.com *** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

In today's episode, we are joined by New York Times bestselling author Resmaa Menakem. Resmaa is returning to the podcast to discuss his new book "The Quaking of America", where he takes a deeper dive into structural racism and its roots in American politics and the political landscape today. We discuss the January 6th insurrection and the path forward during heightened times in such a divided nation. Show notes: Structural racism today and how we got here - 02:11 The Quaking of America - 04:16 Where the inspiration to write this book came from - 07:52 What individuals can do and what the collective needs to do - 25:23 The origins of humans on this planet and how that impacts all of us- 36:06 To learn more about Resmaa Menakem: https://www.resmaa.com/ *** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

We're so excited to announce the reboot of the Higher Practice Podcast! Over the past 9 months, we devoted a considerable amount of time to curriculum development and enhancing our programs in the Integrative Psychiatry Institute. During that time one of the constant conversations we were in is how to stay inspired during the busyness of life. Upon reflection, it takes discipline, purpose, and healthy relationships and habits to remain in a state of inspiration during so much perspiration :) Join us in a deep dialogue about the tools, hacks, and frameworks that lead to living an inspired life everyday. Show notes: Back with exciting updates - 00:10 Why we need to stay Inspired - 02:42 The impact of having good nutrition - 05:52 Get your body moving - 09:15 Self expression - 19:20 To learn more, visit: https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ https://psychiatrycenters.com/ *** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

Creating art is for music producer Random Rab a spiritual experience, and this is obvious in the art he creates. Rab's prodigious output of compositions over decades has gained him invitations to play at some of the world's biggest festivals and venues, and his warmth and connection to his audience is legendary. In psychedelic assisted psychotherapy, the right music is a key element of the healing. In today's episode, we're delighted to have music producer, Random Rab, whose music has been used by therapists in their sessions to help soothe the mind as well as promote healing. Show notes: How Music Plays an Important Role - 02:52 How Music is Transformative - 06:18 Perks of the Music Industry - 11:34 Living In the Present - 13:41 Experiencing Music Anew Through Psychedelics - 15:30 A Connection with the Crowd - 24:19 To learn more about Producer Random Rab: https://randomrab.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/RandomRabOfficial https://www.facebook.com/randomrabofficial https://www.instagram.com/randomrab https://twitter.com/randomrab ***** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

Women often face tough challenges and power dynamics navigating our culture. Gender inequalities manifest outwardly but also inwardly for many women, including obstacles around self-expression, personal empowerment, enjoying pleasure and sexuality. Today, we talk with somatic experiencing practitioner, sexological bodyworker, and author, Kimberly Ann Johnson. Join us as we explore the specific challenges women face in terms of empowerment, pleasure, sexuality, and culture, while living in a patriarchal society. Show notes: Understanding Sexual Pleasure - 01:25 The Impact of a Male Dominated Society - 06:17 Working with Women as Clients - 11:21 The Sexual Encounter - 15:59 Keeping an Active Sex Life for Longterm Couples - 23:32 An Evolutionary Query on Sexual Need - 38:18 To learn more about Kimberly Ann Johnson: https://kimberlyannjohnson.com/about/ https://www.facebook.com/kajauthor/ https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16511397.Kimberly_Ann_Johnson https://kimberlys-school-16fb.thinkific.com/ ***** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

Today we talk all about relationships with our partners and sharing experiences, and how we cope and deal with difficulties that are common in every relationship. In today's episode, we're excited to have Jayson Gaddis, a relationship expert, coach, and author. Show notes: Getting to Zero - 03:28 A Personal Journey of Getting to Zero - 04:54 Conflict Repair in Relationships - 09:46 Working Through Your Relationship - 15:09 Misreading Conflicts - 23:14 Physical Contact - 29:41 To learn more about Jayson Gaddis: https://www.jaysongaddis.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/Jaysongaddis https://relationshipschool.com/our-founder/ ***** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

Documentary film is a potent tool for shifting perceptions about the challenges we face as a society. "The Wisdom of Trauma," the latest documentary produced by Zaya and Maurizio Benazzo, reached over 4,000,000 viewers in over 200 countries. It depicts the pioneering work of Gabor Mate connecting the role of trauma to the skyrocketing rates of addiction and chronic illness that plagues Western society. In today's show, we are very excited to speak with our guests, filmmakers Maurizio and Zaya Benazzo, the artists behind the documentary "Wisdom of Trauma" featuring the work of Gabor Maté and explore what they experienced while making this fantastic film. Shownotes: The Inspiration Behind The Film - 0:25 Growth And Understanding Through Trauma - 7:23 Getting The Message Across - 13:13 How The Title Came To Be - 17:21 A Growth Experience - 20:06 Being More Compassionate - 25:59 To learn more about Zaya and Maurizio Benazzo register for the Wisdom of Trauma documentary: Wisdom of Trauma **** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

In today's episode, we are incredibly honored to have a famous philosopher and writer, Ken Wilber, on the show. Ken's work has been monumental in the field of transpersonal psychology and has developed the integral theory. Today, he shares his insights about the ego structures, states of consciousness, human development, and a whole lot more. Show notes: Where We Are In The Human Journey - 05:56 The Possibility of an Evolving Human Psychology - 11:26 Order Out of Chaos and a Look Into The Past - 22:21 The Use of Psychedelics and Evolving Consciousness - 30:12 Partnership and Relationship - 39:21 To learn more about Ken Wilber visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_Wilber *** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com

For decades, Dr. Charles Grob has been researching applications of MDMA, psilocybin, and ayahuasca for a variety of human conditions including end of life anxiety, PTSD, depression, addiction, and more. His contributions have significantly shaped what we know about psychedelics today and how much of an impact it has on our patients. In today's episode, we hear about the early challenges in psychedelic research, and learn about Dr. Grob's perspectives about what elements of a psychedelic-assisted therapy session are essential. We explore the exciting new developments at the intersection between the medical and the spiritual dimensions of healing. Show notes: Early Fascination in Psychedelics - 03:00 Rediscovering Psychedelics - 10:22 Struggling for Approval with The IRB - 14:14 A Look into What Psychedelics Brings - 20:04 Easy Accessibility of Psychedelics in The Future - 25:53 Set and Setting is Critical - 28:35 To learn more about Dr. Charles Grob: https://psychedelicreview.com/person/charles-grob/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-grob-515b369a https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Grob https://www.psychiatryinstitute.com/psychedelic *** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you're a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you're interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com