This week Dr. Burton and I discuss how breathing can make huge impact on your mental and emotional state. We also discuss breath work. References: Huberman Lab - Dr. Jack Feldman: Breathing for Mental and Physical Health and Performance https:/

Passive Aggressive

18 days ago 34m 7s

This week Dr. Burton and I break down what it means to be passive aggressive and the reason behind the behavior. Also, my cat disrupts this episode :) References: 16 Signs Of Passive-Aggressive Behavior With Examples https://www.simplypsycholo

Do Opposites Attract?

25 days ago 38m 26s

This week Dr. Burton and I discuss compatibility and whether or not you can have a successful relationship if you're opposites. We also analyze Travis Kelsey and Taylor Swift's relationship. References: Harville Hnedrix, PhD https://harvillean

Aggression

Apr 4th, 2024 32m 33s

This week Dr. Burton and I discuss what happens in the brain when someone becomes aggressive. We also discuss Travis Kelsey at the Super Bowl and Will Smith at the Oscars. Music by AudioLounge - Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/audioloung

What Causes Anxiety?

Mar 28th, 2024 32m 30s

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about how where in the brain anxiety originates and how it manifests. We also talk about how you can rewire your brain to react differently to stress. References: Alex Korb: Are You Fixing the Cause of Your Anxi

Cognitive Dissonance

Mar 21st, 2024 27m 6s

This week Dr. Burton explains what cognitive dissonance is and why we feel it. We discuss morals and the amygdala. Music by AudioLounge - Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/audioloungemusic - Soundcloud: @audiolounge1 - Youtube: www.youtube

Sexuality in Men and Women

Mar 14th, 2024 35m 7s

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about the difference in the male sexual response and the female sexual response. We discuss the importance of talking about sexuality in a relationship as well as why it can be difficult to do so. References: Co

Trauma Recovery

Feb 29th, 2024 34m 27s

This week Dr. Burton and I define what makes an experience traumatic as well as the difference between trauma and PTSD. We also discuss ways to cope with trauma.References: Agreeable Disagreements - https://open.spotify.com/show/4nJx0s6tgxqsdt

Stress

Feb 15th, 2024 31m 31s

This week I tell the story of what's been going on in my life for the last couples of months and the stress I've had to cope with. Dr. Burton and I also discuss effective methods for coping with stress. Music by AudioLounge - Like us on Facebo

Disagreeing Agreeably

Feb 8th, 2024 37m 26s

This week Dr. Burton and I discuss how and why we still get along despite the fact that we disagree on religion and politics. We also talk about the importance of finding common ground. Music by AudioLounge - Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.

Traditions and Connections

Jan 26th, 2024 34m 12s

This week Dr. Burton and I discuss why traditions matter in a family and why it is so important for couples to connect as well, a couple. We also discuss deep conversations. References: The Frankie and Jess Podcast: https://listentofrankieandje

Why Anger

Jan 18th, 2024 37m 31s

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about why we feel emotions and why anger is a valid and important emotion. We also talk about coping with anger. References: Andrew Huberman Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett: How to Understand Emotions | Huberman Lab Po

Self Boundaries

Jan 17th, 2024 33m

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about setting boundaries for yourself. I explain what a self boundary is and Dr. Burton explains the role dopamine plays in terms of breaking boundaries. References: What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health

Teens and Privacy

Jan 4th, 2024 39m 4s

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about how to navigate teens need for autonomy and what should be considered private. We also discuss the importance of talking to your teens early and often about expectation and consequences. References: The Soc

Consumer Marriages

Dec 28th, 2023 30m 15s

This week Dr. Burton and I discuss the problem with treating marriage the same way we treat consumer goods. We also talk about needs versus wants in a relationship. References: The Consumer Culture Of Marriage, by Bill Doherty https://www.youtu

Caught In The Middle

Dec 21st, 2023 35m 22s

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about triangles and why people form them in the first place. We also discuss the best method for avoiding them. Music by AudioLounge - Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/audioloungemusic - Soundcloud: @audiol

Family Secrets

Dec 7th, 2023 32m 32s

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about why secrets within the family don't work and aren't a good idea. We also talk about the difference between secrecy and privacy. Music by AudioLounge - Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/audioloungemusic

It's Not About the Dishes

Nov 30th, 2023 36m

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about conflict resolution and why there is usually a deeper meaning behind it. We also discuss how conflict doesn't have to mean a fight. References: John Gottman: https://www.gottman.com/It's not about the nail:

Holiday Survival Guide

Nov 16th, 2023 36m 5s

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about how to set boundaries around the holidays and the importance of planning. We also talk about the importance of saying "no" during the busy holiday season. Music by AudioLounge - Like us on Facebook: www.fa

Am I Clinically Depressed?

Nov 9th, 2023 32m 8s

This week I welcome Dr. Arpan Waghray, M.D., the CEO of Providence's Well Being Trust. We discus the difference between situational and clinical depression and how to self-advocate when it comes to your mental health. We also talk about the imp

Moving in Together

Nov 2nd, 2023 33m 20s

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about the difference between event driven cohabitation and relationship driven cohabitation. We discuss when it works and when it doesn't work.References: Lies at the Altar: The Truth About Great Marriages, by R

Anorexia Nervosa

Oct 26th, 2023 34m 6s

This week I share a listener story and Dr. Burton gives his take on successfully overcome and eating disorder. We also talk about the similarities to addiction. References: Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Program That Works, by Evelyn Tribole

Childhood Sexual Exploration

Oct 19th, 2023 38m 49s

This week are joined again by Lindy Burton to talk about who children explore their bodies from a young age and what we can do to help them gain a healthy understanding around sexuality. We also give warning signs to look for that could indicat

The Effects of the Pandemic

Oct 12th, 2023 31m 43s

This week Dr. Burton and talk about how the COVID 19 pandemic effected our country and some of the lingering effects. We also talk about the impact it had on kids. Music by AudioLounge - Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/audioloungemusic -

Sleep Disorders

Oct 5th, 2023 36m 17s

This week Dr. Burton and I talk about common sleep disorders and why it's important to investigate if you feel tired all the times. I also share my story with a sleep disorder and we talk about sleep hygiene. References: https://podcasts.apple.