Richard H Gabel, MD is a psychiatrist who is a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU school of medicine and a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. Here he and Jeff discuss timely issues as they come up. That should not be taken as personal or medical advice. If you feel in distress Jeff and Richard encourage you to seek help from a qualified professional.
Lots of exciting updates in the works - Look for Season 3 this summer
Culture of Support
They guys talk about a trip to India that provided perspective and deeply impacted concepts of family, community, and individual purpose.
Emotional Dissociation
Men often don’t express their feelings because they are not connected to their own emotions, and it’s no joke. It leads to loneliness, depression, and even violence.
The Shaky Trust Foundation
Trust is the foundation of every strong relationship—whether personal or professional. Yet, many men struggle with building and maintaining trust with others.
The Connection Between Happiness and Mental Health
Are happy people naturally more social or does being socially engaged lead to happiness? The Art of Happiness by the Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler and the Harvard Study of Adult Development suggest that the key to long-term happiness and well-being lies not in self-focused goals, but in the quality of our relationships and social connections. READ: The Art of Happiness by His Holiness The Dalai Lama and Dr. Howard C. Cutler, M.D.
The Avoidant-Attachment Paradox
A fascinating discussion about attachment styles and how they shape our relationships! Men make up the majority of those with an Avoidant attachment style, which means they often disassociate with those closest to them for fear of reprisal. No wonder men are more isolated and lonelier. READ: Attached by Amir Levine, M.D. and Rachel S.F. Heller, M.A.
Can You Pray Your Way to Happiness?
Studies show that people who attend religious services tend to be happier, with those practicing Eastern religions/philosophies reporting the highest levels of happiness.
Anonymous and Lonely
Popular collaborative video games that once provided a sense of community and connection have shifted away from voice chat to anonymous modes - mirroring a wider trend of driving isolation and loneliness. READ: Silent but Deadly by Luke Winkie
The Big Joy Experiment
This experiment challenges our traditional notions of happiness, suggesting that happiness is possible even amid life’s challenges.
READ: Can “micro-acts” of joy make you happier? By Emma Beddington
Depressed, Sad, or Just Bored?
Research shows our attempts to fight boredom through endless scrolling and streaming often leave us feeling more disconnected. The guys talk about how to how to avoid languishing and bringing your best self to everything and everyone in your life.
Hungry Ghosts
Explore modern addiction where we constantly seek something (money, status, objects, substances) outside ourselves to curb an insatiable yearning for relief or fulfillment. READ: In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts - Close Encounters with Addiction by Gabor Mate
Stupid, Selfish, Healthy?
Is ignorance truly bliss? This thought-provoking discussion delves into the relationship between awareness and mental well-being.
Exceptionalism: The BIG Myth
Explore how the myth of American exceptionalism not only shapes our national identity but also impacts how we judge others and our sense of self.
Sports and Belonging
Traditional structures that once provided this sense of belonging - from workplaces to social clubs - are rapidly devolving or disappearing in our digital age.
Happy(?) Holidays
While the holiday season brings joy for many, it can also be a complex time of mixed emotions and unrealized expectations. Today we explore the anxious side of holiday experiences with special guest Dr. Richard Gabel.