The Novel Brain with Dr. E

Ep 42: Raising Children in a Politically Polarized Nation

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:39:16 -0500

We are living in a time of the greatest political polarization in America. What is this teaching our children and how can we better prepare them to live in world of discourse. Corresponding article: http://tinyurl.com/RaisingChildrenPolarizedNation

Ep 41: A New Era of Collegial Support

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 15:06:37 -0500

With new advances in work flow and delivery, many organizations have opened their doors to collegial support groups. Hear why it’s beneficial to your organization.

Ep 40: The Importance of Play

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 09:39:00 -0500

Ep 39: The Invisibility of Anti-Asian Racism

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 20:22:31 -0500

Listen in for lessons to takeaway from the current narratives being spread about US and Chinese relations based on the tumultuous history of Asian in America.

Ep 38: The Myth of the 10,000 Hour Rule

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 12:40:09 -0500

We can all learn a lot from practicing, but be sure to listen for the takeaway on how to truly master your art.

Ep 37: Check your Implicit Bias

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 11:08:16 -0500

Ep.36: Steps to Letting Go

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 13:41:00 -0500

Take these 4 Steps to help you change what’s not working in your life. This is your time and this is your year.

Ep. 35: Turning Practice into Patterns

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 18:34:13 -0500

Ep. 34 Innovative Ways to Give

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 16:37:35 -0500

Ep 33: Relieve Don’t Relive Covid-Depression

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 09:20:16 -0500

Dr. E presents symptoms to be aware of and proven ways to relieve Covid-Related depression.

Ep 32: Metaphors for Anxiety

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 15:52:59 -0500

Dr. E provides four different metaphors to help you identify your own moments of anxiety during challenging times as the number one condition that people experience.

Ep 31: What is Your Surge Capacity?

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 11:39:39 -0400

How well can we adapt to what seems like infinite challenges? Take the time to reset and consider methods that help to build your own surge capacity and resilience.

Ep 30: How to Build Resilience

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 10:23:41 -0400

We need to build resilience now more than ever and, when faced with adversity, take these steps to help you become stronger.

Ep 28: The Great Population Pause

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 15:54:30 -0400

This episode examines three variables affecting the great population pause in the U.S. in the coming years.

Ep 27: 6 Stages of Intercultural Sensitivity

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 21:00:21 -0400

You may know where you are developmentally, but do you know where you are with your intercultural sensitivity?

Ep 26: The Truth About Habits

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 13:31:20 -0400

Changing behaviors takes time that cannot be established without practice. Join Dr. E as he explores the myths behind habits and real change.

Ep 25: Resilience and Your Locus of Control

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 13:41:14 -0400

How are you acknowledging and navigating through today’s challenges? Consider managing your resilience in the same way you track your blood pressure.

Ep 24: White Privilege and The Other Side of Racism

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 18:01:20 -0400

It is often easier to deplore racism and it’s effects than to take responsibility for the privileges some of us receive as a result of it. - P. Rothenburg (author of White Privilege)

Ep 23: Your Brain on Stress

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 16:13:35 -0400

What happens to your brain under prolonged and extreme stress and what can you do to counter the effects?

Ep: 22 Is This an Emerging Revolution?

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 15:14:15 -0400

We have seen more protests like no other time in world history which can lead to more bloodshed or more progress. Is this our turnaround point with a revolution is on the horizon?

Ep 21: 5 Essential Lessons in Covid Times

Fri, 22 May 2020 17:28:59 -0400

Dr. E breaks down and dissects the 5 essential lessons learned while in quarantine.

Ep 20: Self-Care Strategies

Fri, 15 May 2020 12:38:44 -0400

Difficult times call for elevated self-care. In this episode, Dr. E presents a variety of strategies you can use at any time.

Ep. 19 Approaching the New Norm

Thu, 14 May 2020 23:24:25 -0400

Short list of what we may expect to see as the new norm in society following the Covid-19 pandemic.

Ep 18 The Future of Your Well-Being

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:01:46 -0400

Dr. E offers some insight on the future of your social-emotional and mental well-being.

Ep 17 Look for the Silver Lining

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 13:26:22 -0400

Ways to look for the silver lining in challenging times.

Ep 16 End Coronavirus Racism

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 20:03:36 -0400

Dr. E explores strategies and offers support in an effort to defeat the uptick of violence and hate crimes resulting from the coronavirus pandemic.

Ep 15 Pandemic Denial Explained

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 20:15:36 -0400

This episode explains why someone might deny the reality of something as serious as the current Covid-19 pandemic?

Ep 14 Be a Helper in Your Community

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 21:34:27 -0400

From volunteering to donating, help others by sharing your special talents and resources in this time.

Ep 13 The Chemicals Between Us

Sat, 28 Mar 2020 12:47:14 -0400

Strengthen your thoughts and feelings while, subsequently, elevating your mind-body connection with some simple and fun strategies. Get moving to feel the difference.

Ep. 12 Your Mental Health in a Pandemic

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 08:08:31 -0400

Special Episode delivering the recent statistics for common mental illnesses and how you can maintain your mental wellness during a pandemic.

Ep. 11 Dating into the Future

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 09:04:13 -0400

An overview of the current statistics and outlook on online dating to the psychology of looking for that special someone during a pandemic.

Ep. 10 Stay Sane in a Quarantine

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 21:29:17 -0400

Here are a few tried and true strategies to consider to keep yourself mentally and physically well in times of self-quarantine.

Ep. 9 Your Brain on Fear (Counter the Coronavirus)

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 23:36:44 -0400

A brief overview of strategies to consider to keep coronavirus fears from affecting your mental health and well-being.

Ep. 8 Raising Your Vibration

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 14:51:13 -0400

These are uncertain times and we often don’t consciously think about what we can do to counter the negative effects. This episode dives into several strategies that can help you become your highest vibrational self in challenging times.

Ep. 7 Creating More Value

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 16:01:32 -0400

Consider your place in the world by realizing how to find what you can offer your job, relationships, community, and the world.

Ep. 6 Emancipate Yourself

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 23:55:16 -0500

In the immortal words of Bob Marley, "Emancipate yourself from mental slavery, none but our self can free our minds." This episode dives deep into one man's story of liberation from a world that often feels oppressive. Dr. E takes you on a first-hand journey of marginalization to self-awareness with moments of radical acceptance and personal activism.

Ep. 5 Modeling Behavior on Politics

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:00:34 -0500

We're all a part of a larger community of ideas, motives, and politics. This episode explores innovative ways to discuss politics to our children and greater communities while maintaining the core values we uphold.

Ep. 4 Sapiosexuals

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 18:13:45 -0500

Just what is a sapiosexual? Do you wonder if you or someone you love may be one? Explore the world of sapiosexuality in today's landscape of digital and instant dating and varying identities.

Ep 3 On Radical Acceptance

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 11:22:37 -0500

Do you care about your well-being? Do you find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others or your past self? Consider radical acceptance in an age where comparisons are inevitable and compromising the self is not an option. Love yourself.

Ep. 2 Change is Inevitable

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 11:20:23 -0500

One thing I know for certain is change will happen. How do we navigate the smaller and larger edits to our lives.

Ep.1 Welcome to The Novel Brain w Dr. E

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 15:08:29 -0500

Welcome to Episode 1 of The Novel Brain. This is a brief introduction to the history, future content, and drive behind developing the podcast.