We are kicking off Season 3 with an insightful conversation with four-time Grammy-nominated musician, singer, songwriter, actress and author, Jewel. In this episode, we talk about relationships and Jewel shares how she deals with those that are disappointing and sometimes damaging. Jewel is someone who has been very open about having faced extreme hardship …
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Existential dread refers to our deep fear that life is meaningless. The only certain thing is that one day we will die. And we will die alone. This sense of existential dread can be triggered by a range of stressors, many of which are on our minds recently. Climate change can evoke an uncertainty of …
The phrase “my own worst enemy” has become ubiquitous in our society. It’s an umbrella concept that refers to any time we have engaged in behavior that appears antithetical to our stated life goals. If we procrastinate when we want to apply for a job – own worst enemy. When we don’t adhere to a diet and exercise plan to …
How Lit Taught Us That It’s Okay to Be Our Own Worst Enemy Read More »
For some people, the term “home” simply refers to where they currently live or where they are from. But for many, “home” is a place that allows us to feel safe to be our most real and authentic self. We may build our home by choosing a place where we want to live. Then we pick …
As social creatures, so much of who we are and what we do in our lives can be understood in the context of our interpersonal connections. Family members, neighbors, friends, romantic partners, and business relationships all become vital in helping us not only feel safe and protected, but also capable of attaining our hopes and …
Frank Bello And The Powerful Invisibility Of Abandonment Read More »
When I imagine what a Caravaggio painting might sound like, I think of the band Alice In Chains. Their music has bold and often frightening imagery confronting topics such as trauma, addiction and death. Alice in Chains are masters of chiaroscuro – an interplay between light and dark, weaving in both bright and hopeful sounds …
What’s up Hardcore Humans! We are wrapping up Season 2 of the Hardcore Humanism Podcast with a special bonus episode where we are talking with Jerry Cantrell — founding member, musician, singer songwriter of the rock band Alice In Chains. In Hardcore Humanism therapy and coaching we want you to apply principles of humanistic psychology …
S2 E21: Jerry Cantrell Of Alice In Chains Talks About Finding His Purpose In Music Read More »
Many of us view the world in a simple dichotomy – we are either “tough” or we are “vulnerable.” Being “tough” implies that we are strong and can withstand the stressors and adversities of life. Therefore, we can move through our lives feeling safe and secure, knowing that we can handle whatever we face. In …
The Aggressive Vulnerability of Rick Allen and Lauren Monroe Read More »
Welcome to another episode of the Hardcore Humanism Podcast. Today we are talking with a fantastic and inspiring husband wife team, Rick Allen and Lauren Monroe. Many of you know Rick as the drummer for the legendary rock band Def Leppard. Rick is also a visual artist – check out his website RickAllen.com for his …
S2 E20: Talking With Rick Allen Of Def Leppard And Lauren Monroe About Healing. Read More »
The term “militant” has a rather negative connotation in our society. Militant generally refers to someone who is combative, aggressive and even violent in the name of a specific cause. “Militant” people are seen as radical and extreme – with the implication that such a person would be less likely to be kind, open-minded or …
