Myndtalk With Dr. Pamela Brewer

The Olivia Pope Syndrome Psychotherapist Sabrena Barnes-McAllister discusses her personal and professional experiences with what she has termed The Olivia Pope Syndrome - why do women knowingly - or perahps unknowingly - fall for unavailable men - and stay in what are ultimately unfulfilling and painful relationships? 

The 'Olivia Pope Syndrome'  Psychotherapist Sabrena Barnes-McAllister discusses her personal and professional experiences with what she has termed "The Olivia Pope Syndrome" - why do women knowingly - or perahps unknowingly - fall for unavailable men - and stay in what are ultimately unfulfilling and painful relationships? 

Multiple Hats & Multiple Strategies Anne Grady - a successful entrepreneur, a business coach, and author of 52 Strategies for Life, Love and Work. Why 52 strategies? In addition to her life out front with her audiences and her clients - is her life behind closed doors - with her husband, her stepdaughter and her severely disabled son. Instead of allowing the stress of all her hats overwhelm her, Anne developed 52 strategies you can use right now - to reduce your stress and live in a more peaceful, insightful way.

Women After All by Dr. Melvin Konner has been described as "what future historians will surely recognize as one of the momentous transformations in the human saga: the decline of men’s political dominance, and with it many deplorable practices and belief systems. Engagingly written and persuasively argued, it shows how an acknowledgment of human nature combined with a long view of history can advance the human condition. (Steven Pinker, Johnstone Professor of Psychology, Harvard University)   

Making Sense of the Jigsaw Puzzle: A Parent's Account of a Child With Autism A conversation about the real-life experiences of parenting an autistic child from the perspective of father Theuns Henning. He and his wife Tania had much to learn about the challenges and joys associated with raising a child with special needs.   

Easy Ways To Approach Hard Conversations, Syble Solomon, Creator of Money Habitudes,  joins MyNDTALK once again to talk about the challenges that can show up when money is the topic of discussion.  Why is money such a complex topic?  What did we learn about money as children? What is our internal money language?  For a fascinating conversation about money... and the psychology behind our money related fears/feelings, be sure to listen!

If You Work It , It Works! The Science Behind 12 Step Recovery "Since the publication of Alcoholics Anonymous in 1939, the Twelve Steps have been central to staying sober for millions of people around the world. Countless recovery and treatment organizations have adopted the Steps as their program for abstaining from addictive behaviors. But recently a growing chorus of critics has questioned the science behind this model. In this book, Dr. Joseph Nowinski calls upon the latest research, as well as his own seminal Project MATCH study, to show why systematically working a Twelve Step program yields predictable and successful outcomes. Whether you’re thinking of joining a Twelve Step group, or simply want to understand the science fueling one of the greatest social movements of our time, this book is for you. As any AA member will tell you, “It works if you work it.

The Lean Anthology Rebecca Goldberg is a woman of many hats - going from a single woman to a married mom, to a single mom and then a business consultant - her story is one that will resonate with many.  Rebecca uses her business acumen to restructure her single parent life in a way that is healthy and affirming for her and her children.  Learn from her experiences and take The Lean Anthology into your life - make it work for you! ? 

Married For A Week  Nikki DeLaCruz had a challenging beginning.  She and her baby sister were born to a young mom, who fraught with her own challenges, had diffficulties parenting her girls. The transition from a sad, insecure Nikki to Nikki of today is a journey you will not want to miss! 

Shadows Of Insanity From growing up in a somewhat dysfunctional family to dealing with many physical and mental ailments David DeShazor and his partner go on to become the first gay male couple to adopt through the San Diego County foster care system. Shortly after adopting 3 young boys, David's partner and love of his life passed away, leaving David to raise his boys alone while working long tedious hours while battling physical and mental illnesses. David's strength and courage and love for his children shine through even the most difficult times in his life.  

Theft and Loss Dr. Robert Tyminski joins Dr. Brewer to discuss "our natural aversion to loss [that] can lead to extreme actions as a means to acquire what we may not be able to obtain through time, work or money." A fascinating intertwining of myth and reality, the unconscious and the conscious - the 'what's true' and what we want to be true.

Breaking The Chains - Brenda's mother died when she was just an infant-which in many ways, was just the beginning of her agony.  Brenda Myers - Powell grew up to experience physical, mental and sexual abuse at the hands of trusted family members. At age 14, Brenda escaped an abusive home only to fall into the violent world of prostitution. Brenda now tells people how to break the chains of oppression and live up to their greatness.   

When Your Heart Is In Pieces - You CAN Heal Behind every tragedy and loss lies a tranquil reality just waiting to be found. Dr. Paul Coleman helps you evaluate your current emotional state and how the hardship has impacted your life and with his guidance and insight, you will learn how to transform your pain into positive thinking, find perspective through charitable acts, and hone in on what you need to do to step into a brighter future.

Overcoming The Odds - His Way The statistics for Antonio Webb were grim. ??There was absolutely no reason to suspect that Antonio's life would be anything more than a dead end.  Literally. ??And yet, Antonio found a way to live a life steeped in Overcoming the Odds.  From war on the streets of Louisiana to war on terrorism in Iraq, Antonio's story is about the heartache and challenges it took to rise above his austere beginnings as well as his undeniable strength in overcoming the odds.  

Why and When We Laugh Cognitive neuroscientist Scott Weems uncovers what’s happening in our heads when we laugh. While we typically think of humor in terms of jokes or comic timing,  Weems proposes a provocative new model. Humor arises from inner conflict in the brain, he argues, and is part of a larger desire to comprehend a complex world. Showing that the delight that comes with “getting” a punch line is closely related to the joy that accompanies the insight to solve a difficult problem, Weems explores why surprise is such an important element in humor, why computers are terrible at recognizing what’s funny, and why it takes so long for a tragedy to become acceptable comedic fodder.  

Sister Hurting Sister   No one likes to think about siblings hurting each other.  Some parents downplay what should be unacceptable behavior.  The reality is that sometimes siblings "play" with each other is anything but.  Today's guest talks about her experiences and her survival.  Don't miss this conversation!

Free Yourself of Your Inner Critic The definitive detox program that will change everything for women—the feminist in her 70s, the corporate executive in her 60s, the small-business owner in her 50s, the divorcée in her 40s, the young mother in her 30s, and the newly minted college graduate in her 20s. A resource for women who want to face their biggest roadblock—their inner critic—as a way to live life to the fullest while embracing their unique, creative selves. 

Moving Away From Fear  Dr. Joseph Shrand, a leading expert on the psychology of fear, teaches us how to use the rational parts of our brain to change our perspective and respond rationally to fears as they present themselves. By developing a radical self-acceptance that allows us to step back and question our fearful thoughts, we can confront and process them in healthier ways, leading to a better, more confident self. 

A Journey To Be Better   Dr. Eric L Johnson shares his  explor ations to  a more meaningful  existence.  Dr. Johnson says t here is no short cut to embarking on a journey that leaves the world better because we were here.   It  is Dr. Johnson's  intention to support the finding of a deep sense of  meaning and peace that exist s completed unconnected to the material world. He encourages you to look in the mirror and see who you are and to imagine who  you could be. A

Dr. Angela H. Brantley - Child Psychiatrist We all know that our children are our greatest asset. Choosing a medication for your child is a complex and difficult decision. I understand the ambivalence associated with this delicate step for some. I have vast experience managing ADHD and behavioral problems in children along with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and OCD in the both the pediatric and adult populations. Education about mental illness and discussing treatment options are important for adults, but especially critical in the pediatric population. Communication with therapists for you or your child, with the educators in school, and those in the community who interact with your child are all important aspects of treatment. Parenting and behavioral strategies are also focus.