Just Plain Mental

A fun(ny[ish]) story, from Steven Pinker's Book "Rationality",with a serious caution about the difference between what we know and what we think we know. Hint: They ain't the same....This version has beeps over any socially complicated words.

A fun(ny[ish]) story, from Steven Pinker's Book "Rationality",with a serious caution about the difference between what we know and what we think we know. Hint: They ain't the same....

Just Tom blathering on about messages from the Tom Influencing Society Collective (TISK TISK) about the real benefits of being better, I hope. 

Just Tom blathering on about messages from the Tom Influencing Society Collective (TISK TISK) about the real benefits of being better, I hope. This one has beeps over any swear words.

Online rug cleaning videos (probably just one or two *wink wink) lead to some musings on the dirtier sides of life. 

Online rug cleaning videos (probably just one or two *wink wink) lead to some musings on the dirtier sides of life. 

Most likely a reminder that I need constant reminder of...namely...what are you adding to the world around you? Everyone is an artiste, accidentally or deliberately. What does your addition create in others?This version has spicy words beeped out.

Most likely a reminder that I need constant reminder of...namely...what are you adding to the world around you? Everyone is an artiste, accidentally or deliberately. What does your addition create in others

Words continue to evolve and loose their meaning...kinda sad to see this one go. I'm not fancy but every now and again I enjoy a bit 'O' the Prime but the name doesn't't mean what it used to.No profane words in this version.

Words continue to evolve and loose their meaning...kinda sad to see this one go. I'm not fancy but every now and again I enjoy a bit 'O' the Prime but the name doesn't't mean what it used to.

After finishing our conversation about his brothers' mental health struggles Craig realized a need to share more about all three of them and their lives. “It is more important to know what sort of person has a disease than to know what sort of disease a person has.”HippocratesThis version has all unsavory words beeped out.

After finishing our conversation about his brothers' mental health struggles Craig realized a need to share more about all three of them and their lives. “It is more important to know what sort of person has a disease than to know what sort of disease a person has.”Hippocrates

An engaging and honest conversation with a counselor Tom had worked with years ago and his personal journey growing up with three brothers who have struggled with psychotic disorders.This version has socially unacceptable words beeped out.

An engaging and honest conversation with a counselor Tom had worked with years ago and his personal journey growing up with three brothers who have struggled with psychotic disorders.

As if you don't already have a number of answers for that question...all of the marketing world is bending you over backward to sell you as much juju for whatever it is as possible. Mostly just Tom complaining about stupid commercials. Fun Right? ; ) All while unknowingly setting the world record for umms.This version has no swear words, that you can hear at least. 

As if you don't already have a number of answers for that question...all of the marketing world is bending you over backward to sell you as much juju for whatever it is as possible. Mostly just Tom complaining about stupid commercials. Fun Right? ; ) All while unknowingly setting the world record for umms.

I was lucky enough to have a conversation with someone that left me thinking and Raye mentioned she would like to share her story with hope it could help others who might feel blind-sided by terrible news. So here is a repeat of our discussion and what to me is the moving story of one amazing person's trials and take aways from losing their husband to cancer. It won't be the same as anyone else's story but in some ways; it is everyones' story.This version has no swearing.

I was lucky enough to have a conversation with someone that left me thinking and Raye mentioned she would like to share her story with hope it could help others who might feel blind-sided by terrible news. So here is a repeat of our discussion and what to me is the moving story of one amazing person's trials and take aways from losing their husband to cancer. It won't be the same as anyone else's story but in some ways; it is everyones' story.

Been watching a lot of birds. Made me think of some things. Flying, Fighting, Plumage. That's all. With Beeps instead of Bad Words.If you don't know the Monty Python Dead Parrot Sketch...you can find it here: https://youtu.be/vZw35VUBdzo 

Been watching a lot of birds. Made me think of some things. Flying, Fighting, Plumage. That's all.If you don't know the Monty Python Dead Parrot Sketch...you can find it here: https://youtu.be/vZw35VUBdzo 

A memorable experience from 20 years ago makes me miss a lot of things in the current world, particularly service. This version has no swearing.

A memorable experience from 20 years ago makes me miss a lot of things in the current world, particularly service. 

In case you didn't notice (there's no way you didn't) betting is legal online in Ohio. Good bad, don't know. But how much are they making? Cause they are spending like they're printing the stuff. No swearing in this version. 

In case you didn't notice (there's no way you didn't) betting is legal online in Ohio. Good bad, don't know. But how much are they making? Cause they are spending like they're printing the stuff. 

Frankl said if you are going to suffer, don't suffer for nothing. After suffering through the flu, I try to find something worthwhile in the experience. WARNING: Barfy talk. 

Sadly, it's just Tom this time. Pastor Scott is very popular. Just a couple of things I didn't have time to discuss with him. Mostly about the division that seems to be growing between people of 'science" and people of "faith". I guess i don't see much difference in some ways. Plus, something I said that came out different than I intended, sorry. This one has the swear words bleeped out. 

Sadly, it's just Tom this time. Pastor Scott is very popular. Just a couple of things I didn't have time to discuss with him. Mostly about the division that seems to be growing between people of 'science" and people of "faith". I guess i don't see much difference in some ways. Plus, something I said that came out different than I intended, sorry. 

YAY!!!So excited to have a chat with the "good" Rev. Dr. Scott Wilson (Ret.) about the place of faith in the world today as it relates to wellness, politics, science, stupid people, technology, philosophy, everyday life, etc. Can't imagine how it ended up being the longest episode yet. Mystery of mysteries. Thanks, Sir.This version has objectionable words bleeped out. 

YAY!!!So excited to have a chat with the "good" Rev. Dr. Scott Wilson (Ret.) about the place of faith in the world today as it relates to wellness, politics, science, stupid people, technology, philosophy, everyday life, etc. Can't imagine how it ended up being the longest episode yet. Mystery of mysteries. Thanks, Sir.

Count your blessings, it's not just Tom blathering on and on about something, Dr. Stephanie Newman (Co-Owner of Balance Better) shares some of her thoughts, hopes, and expectations for the place. Same as the other version but this one has bleeped out the offensive language.

Count your blessings, it's not just Tom blathering on and on about something, Dr. Stephanie Newman (Co-Owner of Balance Better) shares some of her thoughts, hopes, and expectations for the place. 

Wondering out loud how we go about being able to trust people in a world that seems to abuse doing just that on the regular. This version has no vulgar words. Boo!

Wondering out loud how we go about being able to trust people in a world that seems to abuse doing just that on the regular. 

A few musings created during 12 days in the hospital and a pile more on the couch. This one does not have any swear words. Just Beeps.

A few musings created during 12 days in the hospital and a pile more on the couch.

Some different thoughts on how I have always described myself (didn't want to put how that actually is cause I gotta do a clean one too) and what a counselor should be for people. This one has no profanity...which is sometimes what a counselor should be for people. 

Some different thoughts on how I have always described myself (didn't want to put how that actually is cause I gotta do a clean one too) and what a counselor should be for people.

A common topic in counseling for many folks is a more accurate and helpful idea of who you are and what that's worth...but how in the world do you know?!? I'm not sure we answer that, but here we go anyway. This version has no profanity, just beeps. Side Note: Yes the "Gandhi" quote is attributed to Dr. Seuss, that's what happens when you have too many quotes on the noggin. I really should write this stuff down. 

A common topic in counseling for many folks is a more accurate and helpful idea of who you are and what that's worth...but how in the world do you know?!? I'm not sure we answer that, but here we go anyway. Side Note: Yes the "Gandhi" quote is attributed to Dr. Seuss, that's what happens when you have too many quotes on the noggin. I really should write this stuff down. 

A little information about our new place at the Sanctuary Professional Building in Fairlawn/Montrose/Akron. This one has beeps instead of profanity, pick your preference. 

A little information about our new place at the Sanctuary Professional Building in Fairlawn/Montrose/Akron. 

More and more intrusive thinking has been showing up in our practice lately. Rachel shares some information and ideas as to how to address thoughts like these. This one is identical to the one with the same name but has no offensive language.

More and more intrusive thinking has been showing lately. This is s brief rerecording of a conversation focused on information and ideas as to how to address thoughts like these.

This one is the same as the identically titled one but has no offensive language.What are we to do with the powerful and complicated emotions? This is a brief rerecording of a conversation sharing some ideas.

What are we to do with the powerful and complicated emotions? This is a brief rerecording of a conversation sharing some ideas.

Just some thoughts about the "new year" related to so many people struggling with everything they have been missing out on due to the current state of the world. It could be more where you are coming from than where the "new" year might be.  This one has beeps instead of intense words. 

Just some thoughts about the "new year" related to so many people struggling with everything they have been missing out on due to the current state of the world. It could be more where you coming from than where the "new" year might be. 

Same as the other identical title, with beeps instead of uncouth language. Some thoughts from a counselor related to working with our nations Veterans on Veterans Day. 

Some thoughts from a counselor related to working with our nations Veterans on Veterans Day. 

The disastrously ongoing saga of a fat guy who helps other people achieve their goals, while finding all kinds of reasons to not achieve his...or is it? Of course it is. A new/old plan. This version has beeps instead of offensive words.