Mindful Conversations with Matt & Rob

Episode 29: The Difference Between Happiness and Pleasure

Dr. Rob and Matt are joined by Ashley to discuss the difference between happiness and pleasure.  Happiness is a core human desire and we pursue the state of being happy in a variety of different ways.  Pleasure on the other hand has a little different DNA.  Listen in to this chat and consider your own thoughts on happiness and pleasure.  

Episode 28: Digital dilemma - Part 3

In this third episode Matt and Rob conclude their conversation on the use of digital technology and how it is impacting our mental health and other parts of our lives.  

Episode 27: Digital Dilemma? - Part 2

Matt, Rob and Sandy Wiederhold, MD continue the conversation on digital dilemma in our current culture.  In this part 2 episode the focus turns toward how the brain is influenced by the pattern of behavior a person chooses.  Is there such a thing as digital addiction? Listen to this episode and join the conversation.  

Episode 26: Are we in a Digital Dilemma? - Part 1

Do you remember your first cell phone?  How about when you launched into your first social media experience?  In this episode Matt and Rob discuss the trend of digital usage and how it may be literally shaping our minds, relationships, and culture at large.  Special guest Sandy Wiederhold, MD joins the conversation to provide insight from a paediatrician point of view of how digital consumption is influencing people and specifically children.  

 

Episode 25: All in the Family

Dr. Rob and Matt are joined with special guest Melanie to have a conversation about family.  All of us have family experiences and stories to tell.  We all have a unique family structure and dynamics that have, in a large part, shaped who we are today.  Tune into this episode and consider the thoughts shared.  

Episode 24: The Long Haul

Matt and Rob have a conversation about what it means to be on a life journey they term the "Long-Haul."  Whether the long-haul struggle is dealing with long-term issues such as prolonged health problems, a difficult relationship, or just the difficulty of lack of an unrealized hope or dream... these all represent challenges that often times are a part of our life.  Listen in and join the conversation about the long haul perspective.  

Episode 23: Understanding Emotions and Feelings

Emotions and feelings are something that all people have yet many people don't really understand them.  In this mindful conversation, Matt and Rob share their thoughts on what emotions and feelings are and how to better understand them.  

Episode 22: Holidays and Family, Part 2

During this holiday season our time spent with family often times is good and pleasurable.  However, sometimes it is challenging and just downright difficult.  In this episode of Mindful Conversations Matt and Rob are joined by Ashley and Elizabeth to share thoughts on family dynamics during the holidays.  

Episode 21: Holidays, Family and Food

Matt and Cliff (Rob had the day off) have a conversation about the tradition of Thanksgiving, family, friends and food.  In their conversation they discuss the idea of presence in the moment of all the festivities.  Listen in and join the conversation! 

Episode 20: The Abuse of Power, Part 3

In this part three conversation about the abuse of power, Rob, Matt, Ryan and Miah finish the conversation of what the abuse of power means to them.  Next steps and healing is center to this conversation and how you can find your voice to begin telling your story.