E27 Lonely No More
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....
E26 Mirror, Mirror on the Wall
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....
E25 90% Mental
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....
E24 Giving is Getting
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....
E23 Rolling with the Punches
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....
E22 Power, Peace, Purpose
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....
E21 Work Happy
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....
E20 Storytelling, Advocacy, & OCD
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 https://theocdstories....
E19 The wonderfully complex brain
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....
E18 Art imitating life? Part II
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....
E17 Art imitating life? Part I
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....
E16 Higher Education
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....
E15 Picture (Im)perfect
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....
E14 Run, Jake, Run!
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....
E13 Shop ’til you….
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....
E12 Behind the Laughs Part II
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!
E11 Behind the Laughs Part I
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 (http://www.tommyoneill.net/) as a co-host. Tommy has a ton of insight into what is behind all the jokes and the laughter in the comedy world....
E10 Is academia worth it?
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....
E9 Matters of the Heart: Part II
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....
E8 Matters of the Heart: Part I
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(www.cardionerds.com)....
E7 Will COVID change us?
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....
E6 Our relationship with social media
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....
E5 We’re all in sales
'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....
Special Episode
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....
E4 More than a game
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....
E3 Procrastination Station
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....
Introduction
Here is a brief introduction to Mental Filter and what we are hoping to accomplish. Thanks for listening!
E2 Life lessons from poker w/Ari Engel
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....
E1 The mental health side of hobbies.
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....