Sudeep Balain had it all: the secure job, great house in Marin County, and a growing family. But it all came crumbling down when his wife of sixteen years wanted a divorce. In the wake of loss and what we might consider a “mid-life crisis,” Sudeep set out on a quest around the world to discover who he was and find what was missing. Sudeep’s losses eventually propelled him towards what he believes to be his real purpose in life which...
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During her fifth attempt auditioning for NBC’s The Voice, Kata Hay caught the attention of three out of the four judges after giving an unforgettable performance of “Redneck Woman”. It takes a developed sense of resilience to continue trying in the face of multiple “no’s”, and in doing so, Kata undoubtedly proved she was a force to be reckoned with. From the moment she took the stage, Kata quickly became one of the beloved favorites...
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Dr. Andrew Newberg is a prominent author, researcher, and neuroscientist who studies the relationship between brain function and various mental states. He is specifically interested in the neurological study of religious and spiritual experiences– a pioneer in a field known as “neurotheology”–and studies the brain as it engages in various spiritual practices. Dr. Newberg models the importance of compassionate curiosity...
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Whether or not you have personally experienced a boundary violation or an abuse of power, it is important to know how easily and quickly the lines of trust and intimacy can be blurred. The most important thing we can do when that happens is seek out consultation with another therapist, trusted friend, HR department, or mentor. Dr. Glen Gabbard is a renowned psychiatrist and psychiatric educator whose research has been invaluable in...
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In 2012, Harvard Business School professor and social psychologist Amy Cuddy graced the Ted Talk stage to discuss how body language shapes our opinion of ourselves as well as our behavior. Her message resounded with nearly 34 million people, and her world famous talk has become the second-most viewed talk in TED’s history. Amy expounds upon her Ted Talk in her new bestselling book, Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest...
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