Pod Therapy

Fresh off the heels of their live performance before nearly 200 listeners at Scoop Fest, the guys reflect on how far the podcast has come and the milestone of performing alongside Penn Jillette, Piff the Magic Dragon, Ice Cream Social, and other great shows. Also this week:[17:00] - How can I stop being grumpy? [30:00] - I'm a powerless step mom with a manipulative teenage daughter. [46:00] - Can I train myself to be mentally tough, or am I born a certain way? Today's episode is brought to by our Theraproducer, Jake Schneider! BECOME A THERAPAL, THERAPOD or THERAPRODUCER at...www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at...www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysSHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt42-spreaker

Its a live audience in fabulous Las Vegas with real people on the microphones! Special thank you to our Therapals, Therapods and Theraproducers from all over the world who came to the show and gave us so much support! BECOME A THERAPAL, THERAPOD or THERAPRODUCER at...www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at...www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysSHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/scoopfest-spreaker

Theraproducer Smitty Scoop joins us at our new studio, The Churn - home of the Ice Cream Social Podcast - as the guys prepare for their live performance at Scoop Fest 2018 in Fabulous Las Vegas Nevada! This week:[11:00] - How can I make my wife happy?[25:00} - How can I cope with impostor syndrome at a joyless job?[45:00] - How should a man respond when women say #MeToo?BECOME A THERAPAL, THERAPOD or THERAPRODUCER at...www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at...www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysSHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt41

This week the guys unpack the curious case of Marine Le Pen, the runner up in the French election who is now being ordered by her rival to get a mental health evaluation due to her tweets. Also: [26:25} - Did I commit sexual assault?[47:10} - I feel ashamed of my sexual fantasies. BECOME A THERAPAL, THERAPOD or THERAPRODUCER at...www.Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at...www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

So many letters! This week we answer:[04:45] - How can I stop binge eating?[26:00] - How do I stop myself from saying the first thing that comes to mind?[43:30] - My anxiety is causing insomnia, how can I fix both? BECOME A THERAPAL, THERAPOD or THERAPRODUCER at...www.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS at...www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

This week the guys discuss Narrative Therapy and a new study that uses fMRI to watch the brain tell stories. And also:[22:00]* - How can I cope with my cat having cancer? [33:00]* - I'm a white male college student experiencing reverse racism. This week's episode is produced by Jake Schneider from Atlanta, our THERAPRODUCER of the week from our Patreon community. If you would like to become a supporter and enjoy a special uncut/unedited version of the show with bonus content before and after the episode, please visit www.Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at...www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

This week the guys discuss new research that says people like you way more than you think they do after a first impression. And also:[20:00]* - Should I get a friend with benefits to compensate for my girlfriend's lack of libido? [35:20]* - What should I do about toxic mother? *NOTE: This portion of the podcast is "explicit" which means it is inappropriate for people under 18 years old and not safe for work due to the topics discussedThis week's episode is produced by Smitty Therapal, our THERAPRODUCER of the week from our Patreon community. If you would like to become a supporter and enjoy a special uncut/unedited version of the show with bonus content before and after the episode, please visit www.Patreon.com/therapy ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at...www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

This week the guys discuss new research that suggest a particular quality leads to wealth and success. And also:[25:15] - How can I reject a guy who is romantically interested in me and still be friends?[42:30]* - What should I do about my sex addicted and overly flirty fiance? *NOTE: This portion of the podcast is "explicit" which means it is inappropriate for people under 18 years old and not safe for work due to the topics discussedFor Patrons a special uncut/unedited version of the show is available at www.Patreon.com/therapy If you'd like to join you can do so at any level below:$1 / Month = THERAPAL - Therapals are the official fan club of Pod Therapy who help make the weekly show possible. A Therapal is an advocate for mental health, wellness, and sending good vibes to the people who write in about their problems each week. **WHAT THEY GET** Therapals get a special thank you by name on the show the first week they pledge and access to any bonus content created for Patreon. $5 / Month = THERAPOD - Therapods are...shall we say...different. They are the sophisticated and dapper three-toed reptilian members of the fan club who kick in the cost of a monthly lunch to make the weekly shows possible. Therapods are fiercely clever and committed to making the world a better place for all sentient species. **WHAT THEY GET** Therapods get a thank you by name on the show the first week they join and every month they remain a Therapod. They also get access to any bonus content created for Patreon. $20 / Month - THERAPRODUCER - We don't do ads in Pod Therapy. Instead during the breaks our Theraproducers share an encouraging message, plug for a website or endorsement, or favorite quote. These 8 Elite members care deeply about people having access to a show about mental health and they shoulder the responsibility of producing it. **WHAT THEY GET** Theraproducers get to fill one ad-break spot each month with their own personal message, quote, lyric, etc. They can record their own voice message or submit in writing and have it read on air. Of course they are also thanked by name and have access to any bonus content created for Patreon. ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at...www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuys

This week Nick and Jim take on some really interesting topics, including an article written by Dr. David Ley for Psychology Today which claims that porn addiction isn't real because of religious shame(1). Also in this episode:[25:00] - My sister is pro ana (anorexia), what should I do?(2)[40:00] - My girlfriend of two years refuses to post pictures of me online, she wants me kept a secret. Also our BIG announcement: We have launched our Patreon! You can become a supporting member of our community and help us spread mental health support around the world! Check out our patreon levels at www.patreon.com/therapy or look below: $1 / Month = THERAPAL - Therapals are the official fan club of Pod Therapy who help make the weekly show possible. A Therapal is an advocate for mental health, wellness, and sending good vibes to the people who write in about their problems each week. **WHAT THEY GET** Therapals get a special thank you by name on the show the first week they pledge and access to any bonus content created for Patreon. $5 / Month = THERAPOD - Therapods are...shall we say...different. They are the sophisticated and dapper three-toed reptilian members of the fan club who kick in the cost of a monthly lunch to make the weekly shows possible. Therapods are fiercely clever and committed to making the world a better place for all sentient species. **WHAT THEY GET** Therapods get a thank you by name on the show the first week they join and every month they remain a Therapod. They also get access to any bonus content created for Patreon. $20 / Month - THERAPRODUCER - We don't do ads in Pod Therapy. Instead during the breaks our Theraproducers share an encouraging message, plug for a website or endorsement, or favorite quote. These 8 Elite members care deeply about people having access to a show about mental health and they shoulder the responsibility of producing it. **WHAT THEY GET** Theraproducers get to fill one ad-break spot each month with their own personal message, quote, lyric, etc. They can record their own voice message or submit in writing and have it read on air. Of course they are also thanked by name and have access to any bonus content created for Patreon. ASK YOUR QUESTIONS at...www.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuys(1) Dr. David Ley's article: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/women-who-stray/201808/science-stopped-believing-in-porn-addiction-you-should-too(2) Information on helping a loved one with anorexia: http://www.anad.org/education-and-awareness/about-eating-disorders/how-to-help-a-loved-one/

This week Nick and Jim talk about the debate in the NBA as to whether team owners have a right to know about their players mental health, and even request the notes from a therapist. This leads to a larger question: should President Trump be required to be mentally evaluated? Also: [24:00] - Is it ok to dwell on sad emotions and let the emotion win?[36:00] - How can I find good therapists or rehabs when the reviews are faked? [46:00] - How much should I know about my therapist's personal life? What can I ask?