Blogs

James and Benoit recently had an in-depth discussion exploring topics of faith, religion, philosophy, and culture. James has a background in pastoral care and counseling, with a doctorate in integrative theology and philosophy. Benoit was interested…

Walking down Skid Row in Los Angeles, you'll find tents lining the sidewalks, people bundled in blankets trying to stay warm, and the ever-present stench of human waste and despair. This scene plays out in cities across America, yet many of us avert…

Dr. Hoang and Benoit began their discussion about refugee experiences. Dr. Hoang recalled her journey as a young refugee fleeing Vietnam by boat, not knowing how long the journey at sea would last. She remembered waking each morning hoping to see la…

When Pam first sat down to record an episode of her podcast, she never imagined she would end up opening up about her deeply personal experiences with adoption, trauma, and the lifelong search for belonging. But over the course of the raw and moving…

The mental health crisis in America affects us all, but systemic racism has created even greater barriers to treatment and recovery for people of color. My latest podcast guest, acclaimed journalist Antonia Hylton, explores this painful history and …

We all wear masks. In our daily lives, we put on appearances, tailor our persona, and engage in impression management. We want to be perceived in a certain light and avoid judgment. This tendency speaks to a deep human need for validation and approv…

The Hidden Emotional Lives of Men Men are often stereotyped as stoic, unemotional creatures who prefer to repress their feelings rather than express them openly. However, my recent enlightening conversation with psychologist Avrum Weiss revealed th…

The Struggles Men Face in Relationships and How to Overcome Them Relationships can be challenging for anyone, but men in particular face unique struggles that are rarely discussed openly. In a thought-provoking conversation between men's coach Elis…