Mindful Conversations with Matt & Rob

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.  

Episode 19: The Abuse of Power, Part 2

In this part 2 of the Abuse of Power, Matt and Rob have a conversation with special guest Ryan regarding his own story of abuse.  Miah Cook (Rob's son) joins the conversation as well!  

Episode 18: The Abuse of Power

In this episode Matt and Rob welcome special guest Ryan Murphy to the conversation on the abuse of power.  Based on the conversation in episode 17 regarding trust and respect - Matt, Rob and Ryan dive into the thoughts about how authority and power are used, misused and abused in relationships, workplaces, and other parts of our communities.  

Episode 17: Trust

Matt and Rob in this episode of Mindful Conversations have a conversation on the issue of trust and respect. 

Episode 16: Communication with guest Cliff Barry - Clean Language, Part 2

Matt, Rob and Cliff finish their conversation regarding Clean Language and metaphors.  This concept is not easy to understand but is worth the time to consider as integrating clean language concepts may improve effectiveness in communication. Thanks for listening! 

Episode 15: Communication with guest Cliff Barry - Clean Language, Part 1

Matt and Rob continue a conversation with guest Cliff Barry on communication.  In this episode the concept of "clean language" is the topic of conversation.  How you frame your communication is key to fully allowing the person you are speaking with be heard and understood.  Take a listen and learn about how clean language can be part of your communication tool kit.