Mental Filter Podcast

Episode Notes The Education Evolution: A Conversation with a Veteran Teacher In this episode of Mental Filter, we explore the dynamic world of education with Stacey Herring, a high school math teacher with over 26 years of experience....

What's your first thought when you hear about a house fire or mass casualty? It's likely to run out of the building or immediately get to safety. For our first responders, their instinct is to run into the burning building and towards the gunfire....

At least once in our lives, we will experience loss, whether it be loss of a career, a family member, a sense of security, or a significant other. Today's podcast co-host, Capt. Kelsie Hancock, shares her story of love, loss, and resilience, when she lost her fiance, Capt....

If you've seen the news at any point since October 7, 2023, you are more than well aware of what's been happening in Israel. Both the events happening and the response to the events worldwide can be difficult to process, but what's even harder is being on the frontlines....

Have you ever wondered what fuels the fire in the heart of individuals who run towards crisis and disaster, whether it be man-made crisis or natural disaster? Have you ever thought to yourself, "I'm going through the worst of it right now, how do people make it out of these things unscathed"? Have...

Food is one thing that is ever present in our lives. From birthday and holiday celebrations to meals with friends we haven't seen in years, food can bring us together and bring us joy....

Have you ever felt like no matter what you do, you can't focus on the task at hand? Maybe it's the ten minute task of filing your taxes, but the latest TikTok trends have you scrolling your For You Page for hours....

Whether you come from a military family, are enlisted yourself, have a friend in the service, or simply support the troops, this episode is for you....

Loss in life is inevitable. Whether it be a monumental loss, such as the loss of a parent, or a smaller loss, like dropping the coffee you were really looking forward to - loss is part of the human condition. On this episode, we sat down with CBT Baltimore's psychologist, Dr....

When you chose to listen to this episode, chances are you are curious to know what I think we all want to know - is sleep really overrated? Do we actually need that golden 8 hours a night to get through the day? Or can you sustain getting less sleep by making up for it with your favorite coffee or...

A few episodes prior we discussed the journey to creating a family, along with the ups and downs that may come with it. But what happens once you become a parent? In a literal split second, your life completely changes and suddenly, you are now the caretaker of a new life....

Moving, whether it is down the block, a few states away, or in our most recent guest's cases, to another country, can be quite the experience to say the least....

The term "family" takes many on forms, but the most common we hear about comes when two individuals decide they want to have children. For some, it comes quite easy. But others hit many roadblocks, wrong turns, and detours along the way....

No matter what denomination you associate with, we all know that those in clergy positions have tremendous responsibility to serve their communities. This week, we sat down with Rabbi Yisrael Motzen of Ner Tamid Congregation....

Whether it's a memory from middle school that you would most certainly like to forget, or the result of the seemingly endless pandemic world we are currently living in, it's safe to say we can all relate to the feelings of loneliness when the topic of friends are involved....

We have all seen the glitz and glam of Hollywood when celebrities walk the red carpet. For some, the red carpet fulfills their lifelong dream of being a Hollywood star, while others struggle with the expectations that come along with this role....

This week we were joined by Bob Tewksbury, retired major league baseball pitcher and mental skills coach. Bob's baseball journey was one for the books, but the end of his baseball career was the beginning of new career in sports psychology....

From the newspaper headlines, to interruptions in your regularly scheduled programming on television, we are all familiar with the "doom and gloom" that this world has to offer....

Throughout life, we meet individuals at our favorite coffee shop, or in a class we’ve taken, or even mailing a card at your local post office. What do all of these things have in common? Well, each of those people have things that make them unique, that make them stand out from those around them....

Each and every one of us has experienced challenges that are unfair, and seemingly insurmountable, sometimes leaving us to question the purpose that this pain is playing in our lives. We may ask, "why me?", feeling defeated by our tribulations, looking for a way out of the darkness....

Work Happy?! If that sounds like an oxymoron to you then this episode is what you're looking for! Not only is possible to be happy while at work, but it is also invaluable. Invaluable for the worker and the boss. This may seem like an out-of-reach goal but it does not have to be....

Throwback Thursday! Way back when (before the existence of Mental Filter) I met Stuart Ralph at the annual International OCD Foundation Conference. Stuart is not only the nicest and most genuine guy one can be, but he is also the host of a podcast called The OCD Stories....

The brain is fascinating, to say the least! It's so unique and individual for each of us. It holds our pattern of thinking. It is the nerve center for everything that we do. It influences our emotions and personalities. It is both powerful and sensitive....

Did you say you wanted more?! Well, you're in luck because we didn't stop talking just yet. Part II of the topic below..... The world of performing arts is as vast as it is deep. There are so many highs and along with it a fair amount of lows....

The world of performing arts is as vast as it is deep. There are so many highs and along with it a fair amount of lows. Hopefully, this will be just the first of many episodes that explores the experience of performing arts, on professional and personal levels, through the lens of mental health....

The road to a post-high school (or higher) education can, at times, feel like a 2-year rollercoaster. The applying, the waiting, the guessing, the advocating, etc., etc. Then once you're there the challenge is to thrive. Thrive in the way that you define it....

This is more than a conversation about fashion and modeling. This is a candid conversation about mental health being everywhere. From our own couches to the catwalks of Milan. We are not as different as we may imagine. Elsie Ramsey (www.biggerthandepression....

What comes to mind when you hear the word 'running'? Is it dread or a surge of excitement? People tend to be opinionated about running and have strong feelings about it. I can relate to those that groan when the notion of going for a run comes up....

Why do we buy what we buy? How do advertisers know how to tap into my weak spots? Are my shopping trends healthy? If you've ever wondered what shopping does for us and how our spending patterns are influenced then this is the episode for you! Joined by co-host, Dr....

Did you think part I was good? Just listen to part II! Tommy has some more hairy stories and has a lot to say about the show Marvelous Mrs. Maisel :) Thanks for listening! Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C Director CBT Baltimore

Here.We.Go. Buckle up friends because while I may be mellow and 'chill' I brought along the high octane energy of stand-up comedian Tommy O'Neil as a co-host. Tommy has a ton of insight into what is behind all the jokes and the laughter in the comedy world....

The world of academia is one that is vast and not clearly defined. It is also one that people have strong opinions about. Being part of 'academia' can be both a rewarding and frustrating experience. Just reaching the entry-level employment status in academia is a major accomplishment....

Part 2 is even better than the first! Dr. Daniel Ambinder from www.cardionerds.com continues his talk with Shmuel and regales us with both hilarious and inspirational stories. Fear not though, there is plenty of education and insightful strategies to help navigate the roller coaster of life....

Prepare to be entertained, educated, moved, and inspired! In this episode, Shmuel had the privilege of co-hosting with Dr. Daniel Ambinder, a skilled cardiologist and rock star co-founder of Cardionerds, a super popular podcast....

A more suitable episode title is probably HOW COVID will change us. None of us actually know what's coming next, but we can be sure of one thing-this world will not be the same. We won't be the same....

How would you describe your relationship with social media? Cordial? Intimate? Long-distance? It's not a question if we have a relationship with social media, it's a question if that relationship is a healthy and enjoyable one....

'We're all in sales.' Truer words couldn't be said. In every role we play each one of us is conducting some form of a sale; to customers, family, even ourselves. In this episode, Shmuel co-hosts with Michael Daniel, sales director of a large supplies company with headquarters in Maryland....

We live in unique times, my friends! This is a special impromptu episode that looks at the experiences brought on by the current Coronavirus and how it can be a genuine opportunity for all of us....

Sports and athletics are rich with tools that help us better navigate challenges in life. The experience of playing team sports or even following as fans has meaning to it if we just look for it. Dr....

Let's face it, all of us procrastinate. We wiggle, dance, and dodge our way out of what needs to get done. Creatively I might add! In this episode, Shmuel and Andy take a bit of a deeper look into procrastination, what it does for us, and how we can manage it better....

Here is a brief introduction to Mental Filter and what we are hoping to accomplish. Thanks for listening! https://www.cbtbaltimore.com/

This was a fun one! Co-hosted by professional poker player Ari Engel and Shmuel Fischler LCSW-C this episode explores the mental perspective of poker play. Whether you play or not you'd be surprised how many life lessons can come from playing the game and living in that world....

Hobbies, interests, tinkering, pastimes...whatever word you use to describe them- what's the point? Is there even a point at all? There is always an opportunity to view things through the lens of mental health. Shmuel Fischler and Andy Santanello have a casual conversation about this and more....