We had a productive year, with some extraordinary guests and equally compelling topics. Though not an easy choice, we pick what we think are the top Being Well podcasts for 2021....
Today on Forrest and Dr. Rick discuss family estrangement, particularly between parents and children, and how the questions we engage in this territory apply more broadly to how we balance our own boundaries with the responsibilities we have toward other people....
Today, Forrest and Dr. Rick Hanson expand their conversation on relationships to explore what traits to look for in a potential partner and in your dynamic with them. They discuss life growth curves, how to manage early conflict, healthy approaches for dealing with rejection, and...
Today, Forrest and Dr. Rick Hanson talk about how to maximize your chances of finding a fulfilling long-term relationship. We explore how to develop a clear intention of what you want, the key psychological skills that invite a healthy relationship, and how to market yourself...
It’s natural to have moments – even in the course of a generally happy, mostly fulfilling life – where we question our meaning, value, and purpose. This "existential dread" sometimes culminates in an "existential crisis." We consider how we can confront these basic questions with...
How can we aim high, achieve our goals, and get what we want out of life without falling prey to unhealthy striving and excessive perfectionism? Dr. Diana Hill joins Dr. Rick and Forrest Hanson to explore the costs of perfectionism, productivity anxiety, psychological flexibility, calming...
We all want a relationship that's more than just functional, we want one that's truly fulfilling. On today's episode we're joined by therapist and author Elizabeth Earnshaw. They explore how the pandemic impacted our relationships, the Gottman approach, the stages of a relationship, balancing differing...
We continue our exploration of the key inner strengths and psychological skills we truly feel like we couldn’t live without. This week we talk about joy, seeing the mind's deceits, keeping your good humor, the wild spirit, and finding meaning....