In this episode, we explore the work of Swami Vivekananda, who came to the US in the early 1900s and gave us the Four Paths of Yoga - Jnana, Karma, Raja and Bhakti. We discuss:Vivekananda’s influence on Western cultureThe Four Yogas - Jnana, Karma, Raja and BhaktiHow to find the spiritual path that leads you to enlightenmentResource:Complete Book of Yoga by Swami Vivekananda•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

In this episode, we explore the wisdom of Laozi and the Tao Te Ching and how this philosophy influenced Carl Jung. We discuss:Who was the Chinese Philosopher Laozi?Main concepts taught in Taoism and how it applies to modern societyHow being in nature is healing and balancingThe symbolism and meaning of the Ying Yang Teachings of Taoism and how it applied to Jungian Psychology•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

In this episode, we explore the work of Rumi, 13th century Sufi mystic and poet. Rumi gives us insight into how to approach life through devotional love and creativity. We discuss:The meaning of the “Guest House” and how we can use that wisdom in our everyday lifeA discussion of Rumi’s most popular quotesHow Devotional Love or Bhakti Yoga is expressed through Rumi, and what can it teach us about overcoming struggles in life•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

We begin a new series of episodes on the Great Minds of Philosophy. In this episode, we explore Non-Dualism and the wisdom of Adi Shankara from 8th Century India. We talk about the importance of philosophy vs. religion. We explore:Who was Adi Shankara?Why is it important to understand Advaita Vedanta - Non-DualismThe implications of understanding the higher knowledge of consciousnessHow to approach relationships, mind-body wellness, success and spiritual goals through a non-dual lens“He who knows this Brahman, hidden in the cave of the heart, cuts asunder even here the knot of ignorance.” -Mundaka Upanishads•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Completing our series on the great minds of psychology, we finally get to one of the biggest influences in psychology, culture and spirituality,  Carl G. Jung. In this episode, we share Jung's vast impact on the world with psychology, comparative religion, mythology, eastern spirituality, mysticism, dream interpretation, the depth of the unconscious, personal and collective, personality types, alchemy and more. We explore:The journey of Carl Jung and his individuation processOur personal stories of how Jung’s work came into our life and the impact it has hadWhat the future holds if people would become more conscious, and how society would change from politics to social challenges to personal happiness•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

One of the biggest breakthroughs in our continuing series on great minds of psychology is the birth of neuroscience. We talked about how it all began with Broca in the 1800s and how each part of the brain has different functions. In this episode, we explore: How Paul Broca, Wernicke & Oliver Sacks contributed to the development of neuroscienceHow Oliver Sacks inspired the movie “Awakenings” starring Robert DeNiro and Robin WilliamsThe structure of the brain and how each area affects our livesEmotions, from evolutionary research with Darwin to modern neuroscienceExplore an emotional model that doesn’t necessarily judge emotions as good or bad but as a necessary part of our human experience that brings meaning•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Building upon our series on the great minds of psychology, we introduce interesting social psychology experiments, including the work of Bandura, Festinger, Tajfel, Weiner and Milgram. Join us for an insightful discussion on how our behavior is influenced by role models, authority figures and group dynamics. We explore:Social Learning and how role models shape behavior using the “Bobo doll”Cognitive Dissonance - how we get uncomfortable when performing tasks that are not in alignment with our valuesSocial Identity Theory - the us v. them mentality and judgments we make on the “out” groupAttribution Theory - where we see the locus of control, either internal or externalFollowing authority, Milgram’s Shock Experiment and how ordinary people can do harm to others if authority directs them to do so“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret MeadSocial Psychology Resources:Milgram Experiment: https://youtu.be/8bbVFeTIIg8Cognitive Dissonance: https://youtu.be/korGK0yGIDoBandura Social Learning Theory: https://youtu.be/NjTxQy_U3ac•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Humanistic Psychology emerged as the third aspect of psychology in the 1950’s emerging in response to Psychoanalysis in Europe and Behaviorism in the West. We discuss the great minds of Abraham Maslow, Carl Rogers and others with their contribution to psychology. In this episode, we discuss these major concepts:Maslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsA person-centered therapyExploring how to embrace unconditional positive regard for patients and clientsPeak experiences Resources on Humanistic Psychology:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0neRQzudzw&t=33shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FEwsKcPsKshttps://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Person-Therapists-View-Psychotherapy/dp/1845290577/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1685148621&refinements=p_27%3ACarl+Rogers&s=books&sr=1-2&text=Carl+Rogershttps://www.amazon.com/Theory-Human-Motivation-Abraham-Maslow/dp/1684113180/ref=sr_1_3?qid=1685148708&refinements=p_27%3AA.H.+Maslow&s=books&sr=1-3&text=A.H.+Maslow•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

Have you ever tried to change a behavior but fall back into old habits? In this episode, we explore the work of B.F. Skinner who believed behavior was affected by one of three operants. In his book, Beyond Freedom & Dignity (1971), he implied that humans had no free will or individual consciousness. Join us for an interesting discussion on the power of habit and the ability to change, including:The difference between Classical and Operant ConditioningHow our society uses conditioning to control the masses or manipulate behaviorHow social media, dating, work habits and dieting are all influenced by conditioning behaviorWhy we disagree with Skinner and that human beings are able to changeWhat this means for coaching and helping clients change their behaviorTo learn more about Skinner's work, check out these videos:Pigeon Turn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtfQlkGwE2USkinner Box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtoH5tlr-bI•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com

We continue our series on the Great Minds of Psychology with the work of Marie-Louise Von Franz, who began studying with Carl Jung in high school. Her expansive career and work on dreams, alchemy, Individuation, the Feminine Principle and the Puer Aeternus and Puella Eterna (eternal boy and girl). We explore:Why it is never too early to learn about the psycheVon Franz’s contributions to psychology, including Dreams and Alchemy, as well as her work with Fairy Tales and archetypesPuer Aeternus (Peter Pan Syndrome) and Puella Eterna (eternal girl) and how remaining as a child can stall your lifeHow the balance between structure and playfulness is necessary for full self-expressionThis podcast represents the opinions of Debra Berndt Maldonado and Robert Maldonado, PhD. The content here should not be taken as medical/mental health advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your mental healthcare professional for your mental health questions.•••Want to be a Certified Jungian Life Coach? Download your free program brochure: https://www.creativemindlife.com/download-now-lct-brochure Stay Connected with Debra and Dr. Rob:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | creativemindlife.com | connect@creativemindmethod.com