Psychology America with Dr. Alexandra

Family Estrangement and Cutoffs

Text me a question I might answer through the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/150092/fan_mail/new] Recent studies indicate that about one in four Americans experience some form of family estrangement.  This statistic is alarming, as many individuals report feeling deeply troubled by this estrangement. A significant portion of these estrangements occur between parents and their adult children, emphasizing the need for understanding and addressing familial relationships.  In this podcast and video, expert guest Dr. Tamsen Thorpe and I explore the causes, implications and solutions for family estrangement, drawing on insights from experts in psychology and family dynamics. What is Family Estrangement? Family estrangement refers to a cutoff in communication or contact between family members. It ranges from complete no contact to limited interactions, such as only connecting through social media. It is not always a straightforward situation; some families might maintain superficial ties while feeling emotionally distant. Understanding these nuances is crucial for addressing the underlying issues that contribute to estrangement. Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra] This show was created with love on my volunteer time.   One small gift you can give me back is to take the time to leave the show a comment and rating on iTunes.  You can also support the production costs of the show by buying me a $3 coffee at buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra.  I will be encouraged by your support, and thank you!

Anger in Leadership with Dr. Julian Barling PhD and Dr. Simon Rego, PsyD

Text me a question I might answer through the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/150092/fan_mail/new] You’re in a leadership role and the anger bubbles up.  Or . . .you’re the subject of the leader experiencing anger.  Learn about anger in leadership as well as transformational leadership from the best selling authors of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook for Leaders: How Improving your Mental Health is Essential to Avoiding Burnout and Leading More Effectively, Dr. Julian Barling PhD and Dr. Simon A. Rego, PsyD.    I have started sharing my podcasts on YouTube as well - find this one under @AlexandraMillerClark.  Some gems I learned from this interview include:  * just a little bit of anger can be motivating * showing anxiety can be more effective than showing anger as a leader . . . But not too much!   *sometimes it helps to say “I don’t know” or “I’m sorry” *it’s good to prepare for future crises as leaders *leaders who show anger are just humans with a range of emotions Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra] This show was created with love on my volunteer time.   One small gift you can give me back is to take the time to leave the show a comment and rating on iTunes.  You can also support the production costs of the show by buying me a $3 coffee at buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra.  I will be encouraged by your support, and thank you!

Short Episode: A Meditation to help with Resentment

Text me a question I might answer through the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/150092/fan_mail/new] In this brief episode I share a helpful meditation / prayer to help with resentment.  It has helped both my patients and myself and can be useful as we build the "forgiveness muscle."  To learn more about forgiveness, listen to the seventeen brief "forgiveness series" episodes on this show.  Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra] This show was created with love on my volunteer time.   One small gift you can give me back is to take the time to leave the show a comment and rating on iTunes.  You can also support the production costs of the show by buying me a $3 coffee at buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra.  I will be encouraged by your support, and thank you!

Navigating Parenting Challenges with Compassion

Text me a question I might answer through the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/150092/fan_mail/new] This episode was simultaneously recorded by video which can be found on LinkedIn or YouTube (Alexandra Miller Clark).  In this episode, we explore themes of compassion, the importance of self-management in parenting and nervous system regulation.  Dr. Nicole Dolan also discusses her forthcoming memoir, "The Art of Chaos," which reflects on her experiences as a mother and therapist.  Dr. Nicole Dolan is a licensed psychotherapist and the Founder of Sacred Paths non-profit group in California.  At the start of the show, I share about a Japanese hero, Sempo Sugihara, and dedicate the show to the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia. Conscious Parenting and Self-Management  05:39 Nervous System Regulation and Breathwork  09:02 Exploring Triggers and Emotional Responses  11:36 The Role of the Body in Therapy  15:46 Understanding Split Off Parts of Self  20:18 Reintegration of Trauma and Healing  26:08 The Art of Chaos: A Memoir  35:29 Surviving vs. Thriving in Parenting - last Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra] This show was created with love on my volunteer time.   One small gift you can give me back is to take the time to leave the show a comment and rating on iTunes.  You can also support the production costs of the show by buying me a $3 coffee at buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra.  I will be encouraged by your support, and thank you!

Bravery, Risk and Reward

Text me a question I might answer through the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/150092/fan_mail/new] “God will not have his work made manifest by cowards”  Ralph Waldo Emerson.   Join us for this delightful conversation with Dr. Beth Rom Rymer and Neill Clark on the topic of risk taking in our lives.  We contemplate ideas by Machiavelli, Goethe, Lincoln and George Washington.    We discuss psychological and moral risks - courageous action for things aligned with our values and even better, for principles greater than ourselves.   As this episode is being recorded and released, Dr. Beth Rom Rymer is running for President Elect of the American Psychological Association.    Dr. Beth Rom-Rymer’s distinguished career includes groundbreaking work with survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence advocacy, and forensic geriatrics. She had been a lecturer at The University of Chicago and Northwestern University for over two decades; led the successful legislative movement for prescriptive authority for specially trained psychologists in Illinois and is a national and international leader with prescriptive authority movements around the globe.  Dr. Rom-Rymer co-founded and is President of the Association of Jewish Psychologists. She has won numerous awards for her work, including:   Distinguished Illinois Psychologist from the Illinois Psychological Association (2012 and 2014);  Outstanding Psychologist of the Year from APA’s Division 31 (2014); APA Presidential Citation for Outstanding Leadership (2015); APA Karl Heiser Award for Legislative Advocacy (2015); Wellner Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Register of Health Service Psychologists (2016); Social Impact Leaders Award from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology (2018).  Neill W. Clark, JD, antitrust attorney, Town Councilman of Sparta, New Jersey and coach to competitive runners, brings in some athletic examples of risk and reward.   This episode was recorded on August 20th, 2024 Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra] This show was created with love on my volunteer time.   One small gift you can give me back is to take the time to leave the show a comment and rating on iTunes.  You can also support the production costs of the show by buying me a $3 coffee at buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra.  I will be encouraged by your support, and thank you!