The Curious Mind: Spirit, Self-knowledge, and Transformation

Self-love has become a common concept in wellness and therapy, it has even become sloganized. In contrast I claim that there are several issues with this concept, mostly a vagueness about its fundamental tenets. In this first part about this topics we discuss some of these basics and a way to proceed with more clarity.This episode is part of my series about Buddhism-based Therapy. What are your specific questions about Buddhism-based Therapy? For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me athttps://www.gabriel-ellis.comFree discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min

In this final episode about Adlerian Psychology we focus on why it is important to "process what happens" - something that Adler was rather dismissive about. Apparently it is often important to understand ourselves and the people around us better before we can 'move on'. Otherwise we lose the connection to our actual needs and get stuck where we are. For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me athttps://www.gabriel-ellis.comFree discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min

We build on our first conversation about Adlerian Psychology and focus in this episode on the concept of 'the courage to be disliked'. We discuss it from different angles and come to the conclusion that it has to be reframed in order to make sense. The discussion is partly based on the two books: "The Courage to be Disliked" and "The Courage to be Happy", both by Fumitake Koga and Ichiro Kishimi.For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me athttps://www.gabriel-ellis.comFree discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min

Explore the groundbreaking ideas of Alfred Adler, a prominent figure in psychotherapy. Discover how his views on societal influences and individual psychology contrast with Freud's theories. The discussion emphasizes the importance of overcoming past limitations and fostering a growth mindset. It also dives into the delicate balance of praise and encouragement in child development, highlighting internal motivation and self-worth. The conversation ultimately addresses the pursuit of happiness and authentic relationships in the journey of self-discovery.

Today I have a conversation with Jennifer Araneo who is a Mind Body Guide in Hoboken, NJ. Jennifer uses different healing techniques and helps her clients to connect mind & body to manage stress and anxiety. In our conversation we highlight differences and similarities in our approaches to healing and integration.Find more details about Jennifer at https://www.mindbodyhoboken.com.For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me athttps://www.gabriel-ellis.comFree discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min

This episode is a discussion of Stoicism and self-development. In the conversation we explore some of the key points of this popular philosophy. We further debate which of the lessons from stoicism are more philosophical in nature, which are more practical, and how it all relates to the psychology of self-development.The book mentioned is: "A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy", by William B. Irvine.For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me athttps://www.gabriel-ellis.comFree discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min

As books in previous centuries movies and films capture our imagination and influence the public discourse - and thus influence what we think and do. This general premise serves as a background for my interview with Robert Meyer Burnett who is a producer, director, and overall movie enthusiast. Robert highlights in our conversation the opportunities of new media and youtube creators to produce content that informs and entertains a wide audience even better than many high-budget studio productions do.Check out Robert's youtube channel THE BURNETTWORK: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4YIKjJU7wT9wnunmz3dWAwFor feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me athttps://www.gabriel-ellis.comFree discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min

In this special episode I offer a first introduction to a therapeutic framework I developed over the past years, in which I integrate psychotherapy and detailed research into original Buddhism and meditation. What are your specific questions to Buddhism-based Therapy? For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me athttps://www.gabriel-ellis.comFree discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min

In this episode I talk with intimacy coach Agnieszka Szeżyńska about intimacy and sex issues that come up regularly and are yet perceived by the individuals and couples as problems that are specific to them. In these cases social scripts ("be dominant!", "have foreplay!"...) make us chase false standards, obstruct open communication, and complicate our sex life.For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me athttps://www.gabriel-ellis.comFree discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minVisit Agnieszka's website: https://coachingintymnosci.pl/en/And check out Agnieszka's recently published book "Intimacy Workshops" (in Polish)

In this interview we reflect on basic approaches to family life during the Corona-crisis with its restrictions and limitations. It is not so much an abstract psychological discussion (which I will do in the next episode) but rather a glimpse into a well-functioning family process and what can be learned from it.For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me athttps://www.gabriel-ellis.comFree discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min