THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman

In his third visit to the show, licensed Marriage & Family Therapist ALAN LIEBERT talks about his take on life in Hollywood -- and the price many people pay trying to navigate what he likens to the Wild West. Having been a Hollywood executive prior to his career as a therapist, Alan shares a unique perspective on how "the business" affects the people in it and how to best achieve balance. We share anecdotal evidence of how much of Hollywood seems to operate in a  sea of fear and dysfunction.  Enjoy.

Grief is a much  misunderstood and avoided aspect of being human, FREDDA WASSERMAN of Our House Grief Support Center in West Los Angeles, talks frankly about the many manifestations of grief with the loss of a loved one. How does grief manifest  differently in different people? How long does grief last? What about dealing with  the negative feelings about the person who has died?  Who and when should one seek support? What services does Our House offer to those experiencing grief? Fredda has a true calling for her work and you will find her warm, compassionate, engaging and deeply knowledgeable on this subject which affects us all.

ALLANA PRATT talks about the barriers to intimacy and her work with individuals and couples in learning how to love oneself first, is essential. We talk about fear of intimacy, our beliefs about ourselves that don't serve us and how vulnerability is sexy. Allana has been a guest expert on Huffington Post, People Magazine, Forbes, CBS and Fox. She has had over 5 million viewers on YouTube. Her openness about her own struggles and sense of honesty and humor made for a really fun and informative interview. 

Four-time cancer survivor CINDE DOLPHIN, talks about how she created a new product/solution for post-surgical drain carriers, now being used in many hospitals.  Potentially meeting the needs of 7 million patients,  and arising out of her own experience and necessity, her simple and ingenious idea is part of a new movement of patient-driven solutions. Her mission is empowerment, advocacy and a profound sense of gratitude and the importance of giving back.

ELENI TSIKRIKAS is passionate about her work as an Ayurvedic practitioner and teacher. She found this work after jettisoning a successful law career in Australia and migrating to the U.S. to pursue yoga studies.  She was eventually drawn to the ancient practice of  Ayurveda and its healing power through nature. Contrary to much of Western medicine, she understands "one-size does not fit all," and has built her practice around the idea we are all unique; and treatment should reflect that.  We talk about healthy foods, seasonal diet, herbs, meditation, essential oils and the importance of lifestyle and belief systems.  Her knowledge and enthusiasm make for a fun and  powerful interview!

ROBERT BIRNBERG talks about his lifelong study of yoga and what he has learned about what yoga really is -- you will be surprised. We learn how he has connected his knowledge to positive psychology and uses both in his practice, helping individuals live a more joyous and fulfilled life. We also talk about the limitations of psychedelics and where our educational system is failing in furthering our jhuman potential. 

DR. ELENA SHATENI talks about medical training in Russia, her study of Eastern Medicine modalities and how she has trained her hands to tune in to  the music of the body to facilitate healing. We discuss both Western and Eastern medicine and their respective benefits, acupuncture, supplements, energy work. other unconventional healing modalities and the importance of keeping an open mind. Her wealth of knowledge offers something for everyone!

Athlete KIMMY MOSS, invited me to experience an ICE BATH and it was an amazing and invigorating day. We talk about the physiological and psychological aspects of doing something this intense -- and how she learned about it from an Extreme Performance Training workshop in Hawaii, taught by big wave surfer Laird Hamilton and volleyball star Gabrielle Reece. She talks about non-competitive athletics as a powerful tool in achieving personal growth in all areas of life.

In my second interview with therapist ALAN LIEBERT we talk about relationships both romantic and otherwise -- and the challenges to maintaining those relationships. We discuss the influence our family of origin has on us, the effects of differing perspectives has on relationships, various stresses and the importance of communication. Who knew this stuff was going to require so much effort? Ha!

When ELIZABETH COLBURN-MORAITES discovered she had Multiple Sclerosis, it led her on a path of self-healing and discovery beginning with meditation. She later found the power and energy in crystals and became a healer and practitioner.  She also talks to me about her solo trip to Turkey and Nepal to study sound bowl therapy -- a courageous endeavor in itself, which has opened new doors in her work with clients around the globe. A great conversation with a wonderfully kind, curious and delightful human being.