Pros & Concepts

Episode 43: Cognitive Defusion - The #1 Secret in Psychology that THEY Don't Want You to Know

July 18th, 2022  |  48 mins 56 secs

anxiety, counseling, depression, mental health, philosophy, psychology, public speaking

In this episode, Steve talks about the idea of Cognitive Defusion. It is the process of distancing yourself from your thoughts, seeing them as suggestions or informants rather than inherent truths, and building greater psychological flexibility to improve overall mental health and adaptability.

Episode 39: Motivational Interviewing - Getting People to Change

May 16th, 2022  |  44 mins 36 secs

addiction, counseling, interpersonal skills, mental health, philosophy, psychology, self-improvement, sociology

Wish people would take your advice? Want more influence on those around you? Feel like your insight goes to waste? Then this episode is for you!

Steve walks us through what Motivational Interviewing is, and how it’s basically real-life magic. The various techniques that enable you to actively engage with those around you while more tactfully getting them to consider your advice.

Episode 34: Fear of Hope w/Ross Ellenhorn PhD – Why People Don't Change

March 8th, 2022  |  46 mins 50 secs

addiction, counseling, mental health, philosophy, psychology, self-improvement, sociology

Dr. Ross Ellenhorn comes on to share his understanding and research on the fear of hope - a powerful psychological construct that can frustrate our every attempt to change.

Episode 20: Self-Determination Theory - How to Find Motivation

August 9th, 2021  |  52 mins 18 secs

communication, counseling, interpersonal skills, motivation, personal development, psychology, self-improvement, sociology

Steve introduces his favorite theory of everything: self-determination theory. The three secrets to motivation are: autonomy, mastery, and connection.