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The MindfulMess with Gene & Matt
by The MindfulMess
The MindfulMess is hosted by Gene Sun and Matt Salmon, two people who seek to learn and grow as humans. Gene is a fitness professional studying organizational psychology and a first generation queer Asian American who sees every conversation as an opportunity to both express and shape his cultural identity. Matt is a pediatric and adult psychiatrist, who is queer, autistic, and is thriving after trauma from conversion therapy. We will share our experiences & how we've gown from them, be curious about others', and invite you all to share in this journey with us. New episodes every Saturday!
Episodes
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Episode 22: The Myths of Mind Reading
Humans love stories, and whether we realize it or not, most of us are usually narrating some kind of story about the things that happen around us. The challenge is that those stories aren't always accurate, and we all have personal biases that influence our perception of what those around us…
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Episode 21. It's Fall!
Hello everyone! In this episode, we welcome the fall and the stream of consciousness that it brings. We talk about all of the things you’d expect; pumpkin spiced lattes, our favorite holidays, seasonal affect disorder, the pitfalls of the modern medical institution, the responsibility we all have...
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Episode 20. Fairness, Equality, & Equity
We all agree that fairness is an important ideal in so many areas of our lives. We seek fairness in our relationships, in human and civil rights, in our workplaces, among many other places. But is it achievable? What does it really look like? What is the cost of pursuing fairness, and what is the...
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Episode 19. Optimism & Pessimism
This week, we explore the topic of optimism and pessimism. We discuss whether we think they are inherent traits or learned frameworks, and how they might influence our decision making throughout our lives. Matt proposes that they each exist on separate spectra rather than sharing opposite ends of…
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Episode 18. Perfectionism & Procrastination
Perfectionism is something many of us struggle with, and for those of us who know it well, we know that it can create a lot of stress for us, and can feel heavy to carry in our day to day lives. In this week’s episode, we discuss perfectionism and where we think it comes from, as well as some of...
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Episode 17. Acceptance & Diversity
We're back! In this episode, we explore the topic of acceptance of oneself and how it influences our ability to accept others. Matt helps us explore what it means to "belong to yourself" and Gene questions where we really draw the line of the people we "are" and the people that we "want to" or…
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Episode 16. Attachment Styles
This week we tackle attachment styles, a big topic and one that we are both fascinated by! We discuss what attachment is on a basic level, what the different attachment styles are, and their origins as well as the behavior patterns that are characteristic of each style. We also talk about how…
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Episode 15. Emotional Intelligence & Empathy
In this episode of the MindfulMess, Gene & Matt discuss emotional intelligence and empathy. What is it, and why is it important? How does it show up, and is it a nature or nurture phenomenon? We discuss the three different types of empathy and how they are expressed, and share some personal...
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Episode 14. Coming Out
Welcome back! In a continuation of the Pride theme, Gene & Matt decide to share their coming out stories. In sharing these stories, we also touch on what a supportive reaction looks like to having someone come out to you, as well as whether there is a right or wrong time to come out. This episode...
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Episode 13. Pride Edition
Happy Pride, girlies! This week, in anticipation of DC Gay Pride festivities, Gene & Matt discuss what Pride means to them. We talk about the significance of Pride as political activism, but also as a beacon of hope for young people, as well as a broader celebration of inclusion. Matt talks about...
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Episode 12. Forgiveness and Letting Things Go
We’re back! After our break last week, Matt and Gene come together to discuss the topic of forgiveness and of letting things go. We try to first define what forgiveness is, and what it means to forgive. When is it appropriate to forgive, and who does it really benefit? Do forgiveness and letting…
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Episode 11. Objectivity and Subjectivity
In this episode, we explore the idea of objectivity and subjectivity. We question the notion as to whether there is such a thing as true objectivity, and try to distinguish the idea of objectivity from social norms. We weigh the pros and cons of both ideas, and discuss whether they exist on...
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Episode 10. Identity, Part Two
In Episode 10, we resume the conversation on identity - Gene opens the conversation by talking about how he categorizes the major facets of his identity, particularly his race and how his early family experiences influence his social behaviors even today. We discuss how our identities influence…
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Episode 9. Identity, Part 1
In Episodes 9 and 10, we explore notions of identity: what makes up our identity, and how do we think we form our identities? The topic of nature vs. nurture comes up, naturally (or nurturally? :P), and we talk about internal vs. external personas and how those might differ. This conversation…
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Episode 8. Vulnerability
Welcome to Episode 8, where we touch on the topic of vulnerability. Like boundaries, vulnerability is an important component to establishing and maintaining connection with others; Gene describes it as the “secret sauce” to deepening relationships. We contest the notion that vulnerability is a…
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Episode 7. Boundaries & Communication
In this episode, we branch out from the topic of relationships to discuss the importance of boundaries and communication. Boundaries are ways in which we sculpt and shape healthy relationships both with others and within ourselves, and communicate the need for mutual respect and psychological...
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Episode 6. Relationships, Part 2
Welcome to Episode 6, where we pick up our conversation about relationships! We kick things off by trying to debunk the idea that relationships always end in or because of failure, and to reframe challenges and conflicts in our relationships as experiences in which we learn more about ourselves…
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Episode 5. Relationships, Part 1
Hey listeners! In this episode of the MindfulMess, Gene & Matt are talking all about relationships. We talk about what relationships mean to us, the value they bring to our lives, and how we personally establish them. We describe how we think the deepening of relationships works for each of us…
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Episode 4. Intentions & Perceptions
In this episode, Gene & Matt take on the concept of intention vs. perception. We talk about how it can create rifts or misunderstandings in interpersonal communication, and why apologizing on account of intent may come across more as dismissive than reparative. We brainstorm other ways to…
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Episode 3. What are these feelings?! Feelings, Part 1
In this episode, Gene & Matt talk about feelings: emotions, sensations, and urges. What are feelings and why do we have them? How do they influence our thoughts and behaviors? How can we be aware of them in order to not let them cause negative impacts in our lives? And what lessons can we learn...
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Episode 2. Values & Belief Systems
In this episode, Gene & Matt talk about values and belief systems. What are they? How do they influence our actions? Where do they come from? And can they be changed? Matt talks about the connection between mental health symptoms such as anxiety and depression, and how they could actually be a...
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Episode 1. Velvet Rage & Taylor Swift's Anti-Hero: Thoughts on Victimhood
Welcome to the MindfulMess! In this first episode, we take an unconventional approach, and pull you right into the middle of a conversation that centers around victimhood. What a topic to kick things off! Our chat begins by dipping into some of our own experiences with the negative consequences…
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Intro Episode
Welcome to the MindfulMess! This is our intro episode; we'll share with you a little bit about who we are, why we came together for this podcast, and what we hope to achieve together and with you, our audience. Thank you for joining us and thank you for listening! - Gene & Matt
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The MindfulMess is hosted by Gene Sun and Matt Salmon, two people who seek to learn and grow as humans. Gene is a fitness professional studying organizational psychology and a first generation queer Asian American who sees every conversation as an opportunity to both express and shape his cultural identity. Matt is a pediatric and adult psychiatrist, who is queer, autistic, and is thriving after trauma from conversion therapy. We will share our experiences & how we've gown from them, be curious about others', and invite you all to share in this journey with us. New episodes every Saturday!
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