Being Human

In this episode, we talk about: The brain chemistry of depression and anxiety The paradox of trusting God’s providence, and also being created with a fight/flight/freeze response Abandonment to Divine Providence What we can do to live as best we can with these disorders What constitutes a diagnosable mood disorder like anxiety or depression What it means that “All will be well.” Resources mentioned or relevant: Matthew 6:25 Abandonment to Divine Providence Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat;  Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

In this episode, we talk about: What Obsessive Compulsive behaviors and Scrupulosity are Where it comes from What is needed to help those who suffer Scrupulosity as a religious-themed expression of obsessive compulsive patterns Resources mentioned or relevant: Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat;  Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

In this episode, we talk about: The distinction between displaying characteristics of a personality disorder, and having an actual diagnosis. The precise meaning of narcissism and what goes into diagnosing it. The terror of insignificance that drives narcissistic personality disorder. The implications of certain dynamics in childhood. How NPD affects relationships and how the person suffering sees others. Compassion as a response to relating to someone with NPD. Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat;  Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

In this episode, we talk about: How the framework for looking at trauma can help us understand ourselves Understanding trauma in light of the many facets of the human person How trauma can affect our relationship with the present Noticing how trauma limits our faculties (to see the bigger picture, to have empathy, etc.) What it means that Christ makes all things “new” Why memory matters in healing Resources mentioned or relevant: Revelations 21:5 The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you.

In this episode, we talk about: The stereotype of “blaming parents” in therapy How dualism affects how how we get help Understanding why we think the way we do Seeing both nature and nurture in the ways we learn to be human Resources mentioned or relevant: 1 John 4:19 The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat;  Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you. Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review”. Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

In this episode, we talk about: Integrating our physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual lives The fallacy that you should “just pray more” Why we seek healing alongside prayer   Resources mentioned or relevant: The Mindful Catholic book  The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat;  Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you.

In this episode, we talk about: Boundaries as appropriate relationships Getting hurt What is an appropriate relationship with God? Sitting with what God has promised and what he has proven The foundation for safety, security, happiness, and peace   Resources mentioned or relevant: Matthew 16:24-26 The Mindful Catholic book  The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat;  Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph;  Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here. For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here.  If there is a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address, please email your request to beinghuman@catholicpsych.com! We would love to hear from you.

The podcast discusses emotion regulation and modulation, changing how we express and feel emotions, parenting challenges, Catholic mindfulness, and the freedom to choose how we feel. Topics include navigating parenting, exploring emotions, and the importance of courage and awareness in decision-making.

The podcast discusses the complementarity between men and women, how holiness and happiness are connected, the importance of moms and dads for a child's development, and how the masculine and feminine dimensions bless and develop each other. It explores the unique contributions of both genders, the need for collaboration between men and women, and embracing trust and masculinity in relationships.

This podcast explores the unique qualities of the feminine genius such as intuition, empathy, collaboration, impulse control, and a touch of anxiety. It discusses how these qualities are rooted in female brain biology and physiology, highlighting their importance in relationships and caregiving. The episode also delves into the neurological variances between genders and the implications on protective instincts.