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The Rip CurrentEp 02: Historian Andrew Ward on Slavery and DEIThe historian and author Andrew Ward, grew up on the South Side of Chicago and then in India before becoming a historian of colonialism and slavery. He’s also my Dad. I think he’s just the person to discuss the weird moment we’re in, when politicians are trying to erase slavery and racism from the national discussion just when we were starting to take s… This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theripcurrent.substack.com/subscribe
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Into The FixEpisode 92- Keep it in PerspectiveDr. Ward talks about how to keep our areas of weakness in perspective and not allow one area to undermine our achievements in all areas.
2023-10-0909 minInto The FixEpisode 91-Generational HappinessDr. Ward talks about the idea that individuals can pass down the wisdom they've obtained throughout their lifetime so that their children/grandchildren can build on the progress theyve already made.
2023-10-0208 minInto The FixEpisode 90- Into the GraveDr. Ward talks about the past and how sometimes we allow our futures to die because we can't move beyond the past.
2023-09-2509 minInto The FixEpisode 89- Stay or GoDr. Ward talks about how people often view change as the key to improving their lives, but how WHAT we change is more important than simply making changes.
2023-09-1808 minInto The FixEpisode 87- Wrong or Just not rightDr. Ward talks about the difference between something being morally wrong versus something being a bad decision.
2023-09-0510 minInto The FixEpisode 86- Planning or DoingDr. Ward talks about the difference between planning and doing how some people can get stuck planning and not doing or conversely behave impulsively without planning how they will achieve their goals.
2023-08-2808 minInto The FixEpisode 85- Coming HomeDr. Ward talks about going home. And how home doesn't have to be where you grew up or the family you're from. Home is anythingt hat brings you back to center and reminds you what is important.
2023-08-2108 minInto The FixEpisode 84-It's not what you knowDr. Ward talks about how most people's biggest struggle is not knowing WHAT to do, it's figuring out WHY they aren't doing it.
2023-08-1408 minInto The FixEpisode 83- Your One DayWhat if you had one day that would change your life? What would you want? What would you ask for? Dr. Ward talks about things to do to better identify and achieve your goals.
2023-08-0706 minInto The FixEpisode 82- When your feelings changeDr. Ward talks about why people's feelings (about their marriage, job etc) change and what steps you should take in response to your changing feelings.
2023-07-3107 minInto The FixEpisode 81- Know where you want to landDr. Ward talks about how to identify where it is you want to be and how knowing where you want to go make success much more likely.
2023-07-2410 minInto The FixEpisode 80- The way we see othersDr. Ward talks about the way we view others and how the way we view others impacts the way we view ourselves.
2023-07-1709 minInto The FixEpisode 79- Who are youDr. Ward talks about knowing who you are can help you feel more secure and less unhappy with your life.
2023-07-1007 minInto The FixEpisode 78- So you say you want a revolutionDr. Ward talks about independence day and discusses ways you can take lessons from the struggle for independence to further change in our own lives.
2023-07-0308 minInto The FixEpisode 77- Rights vs. What is RightJust because you can do something doesn't mean it's the right thing to do. Dr. Ward talks about how exercising one's right may or may not be the same as doing what IS right.
2023-06-2608 minInto The FixEpisode 76- Perspective and starting pointsDr. Ward talks about tarting poitns. And how where we start is a big factor in determining where we finish and how we feel along the way.
2023-06-2010 minInto The FixEpisode 75- Anger and ExpectationsDr. Ward talks about Anger and how the expectations we have can impact how we view ourselves, others, and the world and ultimately, if left unchecked, can lead to anger.
2023-06-1208 minInto The FixEpisode 74-Thoughts on a Long Trip.Dr. Ward discusses his recent road trip and highlights the steps we take for a long road trip and how to apply those to our life overall.
2023-06-0508 minInto The FixEpisode 73-Short Trip or Long JourneyDr. Ward reflects on an upcoming trip and discusses how different trips require different expectations.
2023-05-2907 minInto The FixEpisode 72-Mind your BizDr. Ward discusses the reasons why people often involve themselves in other people's lives as well as ways we can stop doing this and mind our own business.
2023-05-2209 minInto The FixEpisode 71- Mother's DayHappy Mother's Day. Dr. Ward talks about what it taks to be a good mother (parent) as well as how good parents can become great parents.
2023-05-1509 minInto The FixEpisode 70-Trauma vs. DramaDr. Ward talks about the difference between the hardships we encounter in our lives and traumatic events that change the way we view the world.
2023-05-0808 minInto The FixEpisode 69-The four Fs when dealing with othersDr. Ward talks about dealing with conflict and the different ways we can respond when we feel like others are causing us problems.
2023-05-0108 minInto The FixEpisode 68- Is it Me or YouDr. Ward talks about the tendecny to blame self or others when going through hard times as well as ways you can determine if a problem is caused by you or someone else.
2023-04-2411 minInto The FixEpisode 67- HonestyDr. Ward discusses honesty, the reasons why people aren't always honest, as well as things we can do to increase how honest we are. With ourselves and others.
2023-04-1712 minInto The FixEpisode 66- Steps for resolving issues from your pastDr. Ward talks pragmatically about the steps one can take to get beyond the negative criticism they have received in the past...usually in childhood.
2023-04-1110 minInto The FixEpisode 65-Getting through hard timesDr. Ward talks about hard times and how the challenge for us is not just to get through hard times, but that the true challenge is to decide HOW we get through hard times and how we can feel positive about ourselves as we move through hard times.
2023-04-0306 minInto The FixEpisode 64-It's not just insecurity. Other effects of the pastWe all know that messages from our past can lead to feelings of insecurity. Dr. Ward talks about other effects of critical parenting/upbringing such as anger, frustration, and overly high expectations of others.
2023-03-2708 minInto The FixEpisode 63- Don't let the past define youDr. Ward talks about the past and how simple misunderstandings in childhood can lead to life long insecurities and how to address these.
2023-03-2009 minInto The FixEpisode 62- When you don't want to changeWith all the focus on change, Dr. Ward talks abouts what to do when you don't want to change and/or don't have the motivation to make changes.
2023-03-1310 minInto The FixEpisode 61- Getting Stuck in the Stages of ChangeDr. Ward continues talking about stages of change and discusses why people get stuck when they try to change as well as ways to get unstuck and continue your progres towards change.
2023-03-0609 minInto The FixEpisode 60-Stages of ChangeDr. Ward talks about the Stages of Change and how understanding these stages and where we are in the process can lead to better and more lasting change.
2023-02-2709 minInto The FixEpisode 59-Knowing when to changeDr. Ward talks about change. How to know when change is needed as well as what to do about it.
2023-02-2010 minInto The FixEpisode 58-The Road AheadDr. Ward talks baout the road ahead and how most problems we encounter are 1. known in advance and 2. easy to address when we are aware they are coming.
2023-02-1309 minInto The FixEpisode 57- Get Out Of Your Own WayDr. Ward talks about how people get in the way of their own progress as well as steps you can take to begin getting out of your own way and achieve the goals you set.
2023-02-0607 minInto The FixEpisode 56- Achilles HeelDr. Ward talks about finding your Achilles heel and how to limit the damage that is done by this vulnerability
2023-01-3009 minInto The FixEpisode 55- Questioning what you believeDr. Ward talks about the beliefs people have about themelves and raises the question, "what if you're wrong?"
2023-01-2308 minInto The FixEpisode 54-InsecuritiesDr. Ward talks about how we all have insecurities, where they come from, and ways to manage them in a more effective way.
2023-01-1609 minInto The FixEpisode 53- 2023-New Year Same goalDr. Ward talks about the new year and takes the opportunity to reiterate his approach to treatment as well as outlines his goals for this podcast and this year.Topics addressed: insecurity and poor views of self.
2023-01-0910 minInto The FixEpisode 51- Last one 2022Dr. Ward signs off for 2022 and gives his final thoughts on 2022. New episodes begin 01/09/2023
2022-12-1905 minInto The FixEpisode 50- Know who you areNo one knows you better than you. Dr. Ward talks about how to better know who you are and how this information can be useful in helping you anticipate problems before they arise.
2022-12-1210 minInto The FixEpisode 49- Setting goals that matterDr. Ward talks about how to identify your goals and use those to form new years resolutions.
2022-12-0509 minInto The FixEpisode 48- Assessing 2022Dr. Ward discusses the end of the year and how we should start assessing our past year now so that we will be ready to start implementing changes When the new year begins.
2022-11-2808 minInto The FixEpisode 47- How to be more thankful this holidayDr. Ward talks about thanks and gratitude and how we can be more grateful.
2022-11-2109 minInto The FixEpisode 46- Dealing with Family ConflictJust in the time for the holidays, Dr. Ward talks about the source of family conflict as well as ways we can challenge the beliefs that lead to family conflict and navigate these situations in a more healthy way.
2022-11-1408 minInto The FixEpisode 45- How past events become current baggageDr. Ward discusses how past experiences become baggage that we carry with us as well as ways we can challenge these beliefs.
2022-11-0709 minInto The FixEpisode 44- Life on life's termsDr. Ward talks about what "Life's terms" are and how people can better accept these realities and get out of their own way.
2022-10-3108 minInto The FixEpisode 43- Reasons Why People Don't ChangeDr. Ward talks about change and why people fail to make changes, even when they want to. Also discusses things you can do to achieve your goals.
2022-10-2409 minInto The FixEpisode 42- Distress ToleranceDr. Ward talks about stress vs. distress and how we can avoid running away from distress and can instead use distress to develop strength.
2022-10-1709 minInto The FixEpisode 41- Useful Self TalkDr. Ward talks about negative self-talk and how you can change self-talk into something you can actually use to make changes and improve your life.
2022-10-1009 minInto The FixEpisode 40- PurposeFULLDr. Ward talks about the decisions we make and how being intentional in the actions we take will improve the chances we will achieve our goals.
2022-10-0307 minInto The FixEpisodes 39- Skeletons in the ClosetDr. Ward talks about the skeletons people have in their closets as well as ways we can begin resolving the past and bury the skeletons.
2022-09-2608 minInto The FixEpisode 38- PerspectiveDr. Ward talks about perspective and how you'll usually find what you're looking for
2022-09-1909 minInto The FixEpisode 37- Self TalkDr. Ward discusses self-talk and how the things we tell ourselves affect the way we view the life we have.
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