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Being HumanYou're Not Tired: A Conversation with Dr. Bryan about Overstimulation, Creativity, & Rewiring Your Brain for RestFeeling worn out—even after vacation? In this episode, Dr. Greg Bottaro and Dr. Bryan Violette dive deep into why real rest is so elusive in our busy, screen-filled lives. We talk candidly about what it actually means to slow down, how boredom unlocks creativity, why scrolling robs us of wonder, and how true leisure isn’t just time off—it’s a way to reclaim freedom and connection with God. Whether you’re planning your next break or desperate for daily sanity, this is an invitation to rethink rest on a profoundly human level. Key Topics...2025-07-1552 min
Being HumanHow to Do the Hard Thing When You’d Rather NotFeeling stuck, trapped, or frustrated with yourself? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Dr. Greg Bottaro unpacks what true interior freedom really means—and why so many of us struggle to experience it. Drawing on Catholic mindfulness, St. John Paul II’s rich teaching on human freedom, and years of clinical experience, Dr. Greg breaks open why we do the things we don’t want to do, how hidden patterns keep us from the good we desire, and what it actually takes to become who God created us to be. This is an invitation to go deeper than surfac...2025-07-0846 min
Being HumanEpisode 232: 3 Steps to Becoming a Good Parent AND More Like the Sacred HeartWhat if the key to healing your heart is understanding how Christ’s was formed? In this powerful episode, Dr. Greg Bottaro explores the mystery of the Sacred Heart—not just as a symbol of divine love, but as a fully human heart formed by Mary and Joseph. Through the lens of developmental psychology and Catholic theology, he unpacks what it means for Jesus to be truly human, how we’re shaped by the gaze of our parents, and why your journey to wholeness starts with letting yourself be loved. Whether you're a parent, a seeker, or someone longing for de...2025-06-2437 min
Being HumanEpisode 231: Music as Accompaniment: Matt Maher and a Mission to Heal Through SongWhat happens when a platinum-selling musician and a Catholic psychologist sit down to talk about suffering, creativity, and the soul? In this rich and unexpected conversation, Dr. Greg Bottaro welcomes Matt Maher—award-winning worship leader and featured guest for this year’s Summit of Integration—to explore the deep links between music, identity, and healing. Together, they unpack how true art gives voice to the heart, why presence matters more than performance, and how the Church can become a vital place of accompaniment for those struggling with mental health. Whether you’re an artist, a parent, or someone craving deeper m...2025-06-141h 08
Being HumanFrom the Bar to the Confessional: A beautiful story of conversion with Beth CarrellWhat if your deepest wounds could become the very place where God shows up most powerfully? In this honest and hope-filled episode, Dr. Greg Bottaro sits down with CatholicPsych mentor Beth Carrell to explore her incredible journey from teenage motherhood and marital betrayal to healing, restoration, and mission. As Beth shares her personal story—including the heartbreaking loss of her son to suicide—she offers a profound witness to how God’s mercy meets us in our darkest places and draws us into deeper union with His Sacred Heart. This conversation is raw, real, and a powerful reminder that no sto...2025-06-1052 min
Being Human5 Ways the Holy Spirit is a MasterclassThe Holy Spirit isn’t just a once-a-year topic for Pentecost — He’s meant to be at the center of our daily spiritual life. In this episode, Dr. Greg Bottaro unpacks 5 powerful insights from Archbishop Luis Martinez’s The Sanctifier to help you enter more deeply into the mystery of how the Holy Spirit transforms us. From the Holy Spirit’s permanent dwelling in your soul to His intimate collaboration with Our Lady, this conversation offers a fresh, integrated perspective on how God is actively sanctifying you right now. Key Topics: Why the Hol...2025-06-0338 min
Being HumanThe Joy of Inconvenience: A Conversation with Comedian Tom ShillueWhat does it take to be funny—and faithful—in today’s culture? In this lively and thought-provoking conversation, Catholic Psychologist Dr. Greg Bottaro sits down with comedian and broadcaster Tom Shillue to explore the grit, humility, and creative discipline behind the scenes of stand-up comedy. From resisting comfort in favor of calling, to navigating AI, analog living, and the deeper meaning of being human, Tom shares a rare peek behind the curtain of the entertainment world. Whether you're a fan of Gutfeld, a lover of vintage vinyl, or just hungry for a more integrated life, this episode will make y...2025-05-271h 14
Being HumanPeople Ask What on Reddit?Ever wondered what kind of mental health advice people look for on Reddit? In this refreshingly candid episode, Dr. Greg Bottaro teams up with certified mentor Jack Beers to unpack the internet’s most common (and sometimes surprising) questions about anxiety, therapy, burnout, and more. With humor, wisdom, and a deeply Catholic lens, they dive into real struggles people face every day—and offer practical insights that go far beyond a Reddit thread. Whether you’re curious, confused, or just tired of pop-psych buzzwords, this conversation is for you. Key Topics: The difference between...2025-05-1347 min
Being HumanEpisode 225: Humilty, Time Travel and Philosphy with Peter KreeftWhat happens when one of the greatest living Catholic philosophers takes on the rise of artificial intelligence? In this lively and deeply insightful episode, Dr. Greg Bottaro sits down with Dr. Peter Kreeft to explore what makes us truly human in an age of technology, why analogies and wonder matter more than ever, and how faith, philosophy, and psychology together can help us navigate a world increasingly dominated by machines. Key Topics: Dr. Peter Kreeft’s famous aversion to technology—and why he’s learned to (mostly) make peace with it The sur...2025-05-0651 min
Being HumanDo Catholic Therapists Just Add a Rosary to the Session?What makes therapy Catholic—and is it really just adding a rosary to the session? In this unique episode, Dr. Greg is the one answering the questions, sitting down with college student Lucina Frank who’s wrestling with how to bring her faith into the world of psychology. Their conversation pulls back the curtain on why CatholicPsych’s approach feels so different—because it is—and how it responds to the deep hunger for healing that actually honors both our humanity and our faith. Whether you’ve been skeptical, searching, or simply curious, you’ll walk away seeing therapy—and the Church’s...2025-04-0154 min
Being HumanDid You Know There Are 5 Anxiety Languages? You’ve heard of the 5 Love Languages—now meet the 5 Anxiety Languages! In this episode of Being Human, Dr. Greg Bottaro introduces a groundbreaking way to understand anxiety: The 5 Anxiety Languages. Just like understanding love languages helps us express love, your Anxiety Language reveals how you instinctively process stress, uncertainty, and fear. Which anxiety language do you speak? Tune in to find out. Key Topics: Why anxiety feels different for everyone—and why that matters. The 5 Anxiety Languages explained: Reactive, Activated, Minimizing, Withdrawing, and Impulsive. How these Anxiety Languages show up in y...2025-03-1126 min
Being HumanBreaking the Cycle of Pain: How to Heal from Childhood WoundsWe all had bad parenting in some way—but now what? No parent is perfect, and childhood wounds don’t just disappear when we grow up. Whether you struggled with criticism, emotional neglect, control, or a lack of support, those experiences shape your self-worth, relationships, and faith. In this episode, Catholic psychologist Dr. Greg Bottaro explains how faith and psychology help rewire false beliefs, break destructive patterns, and heal childhood wounds. Key Topics: How bad parenting affects adult relationships & self-worth. The difference between healing and “just forgiving”. How to h...2025-03-0419 min
Being HumanWhen Are Parents Toxic? Navigating Toxic Family Relationships Toxic parents? Difficult family relationships? Can Catholics set boundaries and follow God’s commandment? Is it ever okay to step back from a parent-child relationship? Dr. Greg Bottaro and Noelle Mering explore the balance between honoring parents and protecting mental, emotional, and spiritual health. In a culture where cutting ties is increasingly normalized, does it truly lead to healing? This episode dives into forgiveness, boundaries, and finding peace in difficult family relationships. If you’ve ever wrestled with family wounds or guilt over boundaries, this conversation offers a powerful blend of faith and psychology. Key Topic...2025-02-2555 min
Being HumanMental Health & Social Media: How to Start a Digital Detox for the Soul Feeling overwhelmed by endless scrolling? Discover how a faith-based digital detox can help you reclaim peace of mind. In today's hyperconnected world, our minds are constantly bombarded by notifications, newsfeeds, and endless scrolling. But is social media helping us—or hurting us? Dr. Greg Bottaro sits down with Darnell Miller of MAX Studios to explore the mental, emotional, and spiritual effects of digital overload. Together, they discuss why social media fuels anxiety and comparison, and how faith-based mindfulness can help us unplug and reconnect with real life. Key Topics: The hidden mental health costs of...2025-02-1839 min
Being HumanIs Leadership of the Family a Man's Job? with Special Guest Barbra Bottaro This week, Dr. Greg is joined by his wife, Barbra, to explore the often-misunderstood concept of mutual submission in marriage. Together, they share how they navigate leading their family—the joys, the messiness, and everything in between. Don’t miss this candid discussion tackling the question: “Is Leadership of the Family a Man’s Job?” Discussed in this episode: Dr. Greg and Barbra Bottaro’s candid discussion on mutual submission in marriage; Common misunderstandings about leadership roles in Catholic families; Exploring the question: “Is leadership of the family a man’s job?” Reflecting on the traditional narrative of “man...2024-11-191h 04
Being HumanLive from Australia: Bridging Faith and Psychology In this special live-recorded episode from Australia, Dr. Greg and his guests explore the rich intersection of faith and mental health. Joined by spiritual director Katherine Stone, MGL, and CatholicPsych’s International Programs Director, Shawn van der Linden, the discussion weaves together personal stories, cultural insights, and thoughtful audience questions. Tune in to hear what Americans and Australians can learn from each other and gain a fresh perspective on faith’s role in mental health. Discussed in this episode: Dr. Greg Bottaro’s eye-opening experiences on his whirlwind three-week tour across Australia; Surprising cultural differences between the U...2024-10-081h 26
Being HumanDelving Deep into the Human Experience with Dr. John Crosby A continuation of our series on how the psychology of JP2 is the answer to our modern world gone sideways. In this episode, Dr. Greg Bottaro and philosopher Dr. John Crosby delve deep into the human experience through the lens of Dietrich von Hildebrand and Pope John Paul II. Discussed in this episode: Why a psychology of JP2 is what the world needs to move forward from the mess we’re in What it means to “meet someone where they are” The difference between our conscious and subconscious, and how this affects our human acts The differ...2024-06-1149 min
Being HumanHarrison Butker’s Anger: Making Sense of Current Events Welcome to Episode 181 of the Being Human Podcast: Harrison Butker’s Anger: Making Sense of Current Events This week, we’re announcing our newest project: a live call-in show during which Dr. Greg Bottaro and Dr. Bryan Violette try to make sense of the latest news headlines. Among other news headlines, this episode includes a discussion of the football commencement speech heard round the world (Harrison Butker’s controversial graduation address at Benedictine College). Discussed in this episode: The new live CatholicPsych Show Harrison Butker’s commencement speech: the good, the not so great, and every...2024-06-0459 min
Being HumanEpisode 171 - Catholic Mindfulness on College CampusWelcome to Episode 171 of the Being Human Podcast: Catholic Mindfulness on College Campus In this episode, the last of our six-part series for Lent, I had a conversation with Lily McGibbon – a sophomore at the University of Notre Dame (and granddaughter of Paul Vitz!) - to discuss the integration of Catholicism with psychology and mindfulness. Lily shares her perspective on the topics of mental health and gender ideology at Notre Dame as well as the changing attitudes towards marriage and relationships among college students. We also explore the relevance of incorporating Catholic mindfulness into daily life. ...2024-03-2636 min
Being HumanNavigating Mindfulness in Daily LivingWelcome to Episode 170 of the Being Human Podcast: Navigating Mindfulness in Daily Living In this episode, the fifth video of our six-part series for Lent, Dr. Greg had another conversation with his wife, Barbra Bottaro, and they explore the practical application of mindfulness in fostering a balanced approach to life’s complexities. They share their personal experiences to illustrate how mindfulness helps us navigate daily challenges like power outages, parenting dilemmas with a sense of calm and adaptability. They also reflect on the importance of prioritizing tasks like homeschooling amidst societal pressures and discuss the concept of aba...2024-03-1946 min
Being HumanBreaking Free From Unhealthy Mental HabitsWelcome to Episode 169 of the Being Human Podcast: Breaking Free From Unhealthy Mental Habits In this episode, the fourth video of our six-part series for Lent, we feature a part of Dr. Greg’s 8-week course entitled "Introduction to Catholic Mindfulness". He talks about how our interpretations of events shape our reactions and behaviors, using the ABC model of learning to illustrate this process. He emphasizes the role of mindfulness in breaking habitual thought patterns and empowering individuals to make conscious choices. By acknowledging self-critical thoughts without judgment and practicing mindfulness exercises like the sacramental pause, we ca...2024-03-121h 00
Being HumanCatholic Mindfulness in Daily Living with Dr. Bryan VioletteWelcome to Episode 168 of the Being Human Podcast: Catholic Mindfulness in Daily Living with Dr. Bryan Violette In this episode, the third video of our six-part series on The Mindful Catholic, I had a conversation with a fellow Catholic psychologist and good friend of mine, Dr. Bryan Violette. We discuss the different dimensions of Catholic mindfulness and how it integrates with our personal experiences. We explore how reframing mindfulness serves as a tool for achieving our goals, enhancing our self-awareness and increasing our performance in our daily pursuits. We talk about the challenges of maintaining focus, and...2024-03-0556 min
Being HumanMindful Birthing and Other Stories with My WifeWelcome to Episode 167 of the Being Human Podcast: Mindful Birthing and Other Stories with My Wife In this episode, the second video of our six-part series on The Mindful Catholic, I had a meaningful conversation with my wife, Barbra Bottaro. We discuss the basics of mindfulness in the home and how we can use this in our daily lives. She shares with us the beautiful story of how one of our kids was born at home with the use of mindfulness and how transformative it can be when we learn how to truly be in the present...2024-02-2740 min
Being HumanHow Catholic Mindfulness Makes You A Better CatholicWelcome to Episode 166 of the Being Human Podcast: How Catholic Mindfulness Makes You a Better Catholic As we enter the season of Lent, join us for a special series where we unpack Dr. Greg’s book, The Mindful Catholic. Over the next six episodes, we will have insightful discussions along with beloved guests as we explore how mindfulness aligns with Catholic values and enhances our spiritual journey. In this episode, Dr. Greg talks about the intersection of spirituality and psychology, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of how our minds work in relation to our...2024-02-2046 min
Being HumanHow To Know If Your Anxiety Is More Spiritual or EmotionalWelcome to Episode 136 of the Being Human Podcast: How To Know If Your Anxiety Is More Spiritual or Emotional This week, Dr. Greg dives into an exploration of the interplay between our spiritual and emotional lives while breaking open how St. Ignatius of Loyola’s rules of discernment can help us to distinguish between spiritual and non-spiritual anxiety! Highlights from the episode: Anxiety as a complex experience that requires a holistic approach; Distinguishing between symptoms of an anxiety disorder, anxiety about everyday life, and the anxiety of losing Jesus; Using th...2023-07-2524 min
Being HumanThe Power of Mindful Awareness in Parenting & RelationshipsWelcome to Episode 135 of the Being Human Podcast: The Power of Mindful Awareness in Parenting & Relationships This week, get another sneak peek into the daily communication that happens in Mentorship! In this episode, Dr. Greg offers a glimpse into how the practice of interior mindful awareness can have a powerful ripple effect, impacting how we interact with others and increasing our ability to connect with and be empathically present to them. Highlights from the episode: A psycho-educational excerpt from Dr. Greg’s work in Mentorship; The impact of practicing Mindfulness in the cont...2023-07-1816 min
Being HumanCatholic Mindfulness: Why It’s Not Only Okay But Encouraged for Catholics to PracticeWelcome to Episode 134 of the Being Human Podcast: Catholic Mindfulness: Why It’s Not Only Okay But Encouraged for Catholics to Practice “Isn’t mindfulness Buddhist? Is it okay for Catholics to practice?” This week, we’re publishing a snippet from a CPMAP lecture in which Dr. Greg answers these questions and more! In this episode, he breaks open a definition of mindfulness while exploring its history, compatibility with Catholic teaching, and the many psychological and spiritual benefits of incorporating it into one’s life. Discussed in the episode: Mindfulness as developmental in that a new and d...2023-07-1125 min
Being HumanEpisode 132: We Didn’t Plan to Have Seven Kids: Accommodating Life w/ Barbra BottaroWelcome to Episode 132 of the Being Human Podcast: We Didn’t Plan to Have Seven Kids: Accommodating Life w/ Barbra Bottaro This week, Dr. Greg welcomes his wife Barbra (and their baby, David) to the show for a fun episode about the joys and challenges of the vocation to marriage and the call to be generous in love! Discussed in this episode: Learning how to parent as a process of trial and error, learning from mistakes, and adapting; Relying on God's grace and others in one’s community as necessary when navigating...2023-06-2740 min
Being HumanCan I Just Pray It Away? (A Mentorship Message)Welcome to Episode 128 of the Being Human Podcast: Can I Just Pray It Away? (A Mentorship Message) Is it possible to “pray away” the difficulties in our life? This week, Dr. Greg opens up the archives to share audio from a Mentorship** message addressing this question. In the episode, he offers insight on how we can best approach suffering using principles from St. Ignatius of Loyola’s discernment of spirits. **For those new to Integrated Daily Dialogic Mentorship (IDDM or “Mentorship”), our model offers daily accompaniment through the exchange of private, voice-recorded messages shared between you and a trained Me...2023-05-3020 minBeing Human"I'm Gonna Want to Divorce You At Some Point," w/ Barbra BottaroWelcome to Episode 127 of the Being Human Podcast: "I'm Gonna Want to Divorce You At Some Point," w/ Barbra Bottaro In this week’s episode, Dr. Greg gets personal on the podcast! His wife Barbra joins him to discuss some of the difficulties they grappled with as they entered marriage, highlighting the need for awareness of how our own family of origin issues can impact our vocations. Discussed in the episode: Being aware of the “language” one learns in one’s family of origin; How experiences in our life teach us what to expec...2023-05-2320 minBeing HumanSurprising Sources of Pornography Problems, w/ Steve PokornyWelcome to Episode 113 of the Being Human Podcast: Surprising Sources of Pornography Problems, w/ Steve Pokorny In this episode, Steve Pokorny - author, speaker, and founder of Freedom Coaching - joins Dr. Greg for a conversation* exploring the goodness of human sexuality, the struggle with addiction to pornography, and the surprising ways that shame can block forward momentum in breaking the cycle of addiction to unchaste behaviors. They also offer hope for how those who struggle with these behaviors can begin to find healing and freedom. *Note: Mature content. Discussed in this episode:...2023-02-1454 minBeing HumanHow to Build a Healthy, Holy Family, w/ Dr. Gregory PopcakWelcome to Episode 105 of the Being Human Podcast: How to Build a Healthy, Holy Family, w/ Dr. Gregory Popcak Dr. Greg welcomes fellow colleague Dr. Gregory Popcak to the show to break open exactly what is meant by the phrase “domestic church,” why it’s important for families to see themselves as one, and how implementing a “liturgy of family life” is a path towards creating healthy and holy families. Discussed in this episode: Introducing Dr. Gregory Popcak, the Pastoral Solutions Institute, and the CatholicHOM app; Common misconceptions of what is required to be a “good Cath...2022-12-2049 min
Being HumanFinding Peace in the Presence of God, w/ Dr. Bryan and Amy Grace (Certification Series: Part 6 of 12)Welcome to Episode 89 of the Being Human Podcast: Finding Peace in the Presence of God, w/ Dr. Bryan and Amy Grace (Certification Series: Part 6 of 12) Find out what’s in the second-level Spirituality course of our new Certification! In this episode, Dr. Greg, Dr. Bryan, and Amy Grace discuss the spiritual and psychological importance of Catholic mindfulness, how it can increase peace in our lives, and why it serves as the basis for the spirituality component of our Certification. Discussed in this episode: Isn’t mindfulness Buddhist or “New Age”? Abandonment to Divine Providence as the fou...2022-08-3037 minBeing HumanHow Catholic is Your Spirituality? (Certification Series: Part 3 of 12)Welcome to Episode 86 of the Being Human Podcast: How Catholic is Your Spirituality? (Certification Series: Part 3 of 12) This week, Dr. Greg introduces the first course on spirituality in our new Certification, breaking open the topic of integration and its importance in the work of accompaniment. Discussed in this episode: How can this Certification help someone to become a spiritual director? Errors of Cartesian dualism and its impact on both secular psychology and our modern culture; Integration as the healing medicine for the disease affecting not only modern culture but the Church as well; An int...2022-08-0929 minBeing HumanThe DSM Disease (Part One)Welcome to Episode 72 of the Being Human Podcast: The DSM Disease (Part One) In this first episode of a two-part series, Dr. Greg begins to break open major flaws of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). He highlights problems in how mental disorders and diseases are defined and gives a glimpse into how it will become harder for Catholic mental health professionals to adhere to both their faith and APA standards. (Note: Mature content discussed.) Discussed in this episode: What is the DSM? The influence of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) an...2022-05-0333 minBeing HumanThe Feminine Genius: A Conversation w/ Lisa CotterWelcome to Episode 71 of the Being Human Podcast: The Feminine Genius: A Conversation w/ Lisa Cotter This week on the podcast, Dr. Greg welcomes Lisa Cotter, Catholic speaker and author of a new book, Reveal the Gift: Living the Feminine Genius. He and Lisa discuss how her new book helps illuminate the meaning of what Pope St. John Paul II termed the “feminine genius,” and how an understanding of it can impact the lives of both men and women. Discussed in this episode: Meet Lisa Cotter! The difficulty of defining the feminine genius; Opening up more of what JP...2022-04-2644 minBeing HumanMercy as the Antidote to Anxiety, w/ Colin NykazaWelcome to Episode 70 of the Being Human Podcast: Mercy as the Antidote to Anxiety, w/ Colin Nykaza This week, Dr. Greg welcomes to the podcast the director of young adult outreach for the Archdiocese of New York (and a close friend of his), Colin Nykaza! Their discussion focuses on Divine Mercy: what it is, why it’s important, and how it can help us connect the dots between our spiritual and emotional lives. In this episode: Colin shares how his life has been touched and transformed by God, specifically through the message of Divine Mercy; How what we consum...2022-04-1937 minBeing HumanSomething Strange is Happening (A Holy Saturday Reflection)Welcome to Episode 69 of the Being Human Podcast: Something Strange is Happening (A Holy Saturday Reflection) For this episode during Holy Week, we’re doing something different! On this week’s episode, Dr. Greg reads aloud from the “ancient homily for Holy Saturday” and offers his reflections on Christ’s presence in the midst of our suffering. Want to add a reminder to listen on Holy Saturday? Click the link below! Add to Calendar In this episode: A brief explanation of the Liturgy of the Hours and the benefits of praying with the materia...2022-04-1216 minBeing Human"I'm Not Narcissistic, You're Narcissistic!" (An Antidote to Narcissism: Part Two)This week on the podcast, Dr. Greg digs deeper into the topic of narcissism as he answers a listener’s question about how to best approach conversation with a family member who has narcissistic tendencies. He breaks open the fear that lies at the core of narcissism, the difference between narcissistic traits and narcissistic personality disorder, and gives steps in how to best love the narcissists in our lives. Discussed in this episode: The importance of delineating between narcissistic tendencies and a full-blown narcissistic personality disorder, as well as the differences between the two; Understanding narcissism as a...2022-04-0534 minBeing HumanAn Antidote to Narcissism: Part OneDiscussed in this episode: What is narcissism, and what makes us vulnerable to it? A listener’s letter regarding how to balance being independent and relational; A three-step paradigm to counteracting narcissism: self-awareness, self-ownership, self-gift; The false dichotomy between isolation and dependency; Using objective moral criteria to determine how to be a gift of self; God as the ultimate source of our validation Resources mentioned or relevant: Podcast series on Mental Health and the Spiritual Life: Episode 66: Self-Ownership or Self-Surrender: What's My Responsibility Episode 65: Self-Compassion vs. Self-Denial: Finding the Balance Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access...2022-03-2926 minBeing HumanSelf-Ownership or Self-Surrender: What's My Responsibility?Discussed in this episode: What self-ownership means in relationship to abandonment to Divine Providence; Extreme self-ownership and our capacity for greatness; The Catholic “both/and” as key; The problem with “quietism”; Our call to be stewards of our individual path and the path of our community, while simultaneously being totally surrendered to God’s will. Resources mentioned or relevant: Hear the Catholic “both/and” discussed in Episode 65: Self-Compassion vs. Self-Denial: Finding the Balance; Extreme Ownership by Jacko Willink and Leif Babin; Download the free Integrated App for audio exercises, prayer resources, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The I...2022-03-2216 minBeing HumanSelf-Compassion vs. Self-Denial: Finding the BalanceDiscussed in this episode: “Become who you are.” - Pope St. John Paul II; How to make sense of our call to both take care of ourselves and enter into Christ’s suffering through self-denial; Rooting our penance, mortification and sacrifice in our immense dignity as sons and daughters of God; The beauty of the Catholic mystery in the “both/and”; Your truest version of yourself is the saint version of yourself. Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App for access to the St. Joseph Novena, audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Consecration...2022-03-1525 minBeing HumanWhy Pray a Novena? w/ Jen SettleDiscussed in this episode: What is psychologically and spiritually relevant about praying a novena? Dr. Greg and Jennifer’s experience of writing Consecration to Jesus through Saint Joseph; The healing fatherhood of St. Joseph and how he leads us to God the Father; Three practical takeaways one receives from praying a novena to St. Joseph; The importance of intentionality in a novena; Why is a novena nine days? How a novena matures our senses, helps us dive deeper into what it means to be human, and ultimately brings us closer to God. Resources mentioned or relevant: Consec...2022-03-0836 minBeing HumanAttachment Theory: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How It Affects Your RelationshipsDiscussed in this episode: What is attachment theory? The difference between attachment theory and attachment parenting; Defining the four attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant and disorganized; How these styles can manifest themselves in adult relationships; Ways to heal from unhealthy attachments as an adult; Grounding ourselves in the deepest and most secure attachment relationship - our relationship with God the Father. Resources mentioned or relevant: Join the Integrated Life Membership to participate in our App Groups and to get access to all courses Dr. Greg has created! Download the free Integrated App for access to Catholic Mindfulness audio exercises, the Cat...2022-03-0134 minBeing HumanRelationship Q&A with Married Therapists: An Interview with Dr. Bryan & Teresa VioletteDiscussed in this episode: The second episode in our three-part series on relationships; What it’s like to be a therapist couple; How to offer fraternal correction in marriage while balancing your spouse's privacy and ability to help themselves; The dynamic-ness of intimacy and the importance of allowing yourself to be loved; How to ask for something without manipulating or forcing; Being authentically in touch with your emotions; The different styles of handling conflict; How to see differences as strengths; How to bear one another's burdens in a healthy way. Resources mentioned or relevant: Catechism of the Catholic Church 1642; Three to Get...2022-02-2247 minBeing HumanEpisode 61: Being Single (And Not Bitter About It) w/ Amy Grace MillerDiscussed in this episode: First episode of a three-part series on relationships; How to patiently wait for a spouse while feeling constantly drawn to have a family; How to overcome bitterness about being single; How to develop yourself as a gift; The tension between actively seeking a partner and trusting in God's providence; Keeping the means and the end in their proper places; Healing while single; How single and married people can support each other on the way to heaven; Reorienting our hearts to God. Resources mentioned or relevant: Rules for Successful Online Dating video by Dr...2022-02-1542 minBeing HumanIn Discernment & Decision-Making, How Important Are Emotions? (A Mentorship Message)Discussed in this episode: A sneak peek inside the daily communication that happens in Mentorship; The role our emotions play in decision-making and discernment; Finding the middle ground between stoicism and letting our passions take the lead; The goodness of our passions and the necessity of boundaries around them; An analogy for integrating our emotions and passions with the appropriate limitations; How daily interactions facilitate forward momentum and personal growth Resources mentioned or relevant: Find out more about IDDM (Mentorship) For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, go to catholicpsych.com; Download The Integrated App for access to f...2022-02-0813 minBeing HumanUnder the Surface: When Unhealthy Behaviors Mask as Self-Care (A Mentorship Message)Discussed in this episode: A real response to a client in IDDM (Mentorship)! Connecting the dots between a wound of abandonment and painful inner narratives; How different narratives and parts come into play; A sneaky way addictive behaviors can present themselves as good for us; How the subconscious can affect the decisions we make on a daily basis. Resources mentioned or relevant: Get more information on IDDM (Mentorship) - or apply to try it for yourself!; Watch a replay of our 2022 Town Hall; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retr...2022-02-0113 minBeing HumanHello From the Other Side: A Client's Experience in Mentorship, w/ Maureen ShepherdDiscussed in this episode: Meet Maureen Shepherd, a client who has experience being in IDDM (or Mentorship), our new program; Maureen’s journey to discovering IDDM after her husband’s tragic death; Hesitations she experienced due to the novelty of the model, and what motivated her to try it out; The impact of daily interactions with a Mentor; Surprising benefits of using this new model. Resources mentioned or relevant: Register for Dr. Greg’s Town Hall Meeting to learn more about Mentorship: what it is, how it works, and how others have benefitted from this new model; Ch...2022-01-2538 minBeing HumanRelationships, and All the Ways They Matter, w/ Dr. Bryan VioletteDiscussed in this episode: The power and importance of relationships in life and in mental health work; How the security of relationships creates a safe space for different parts of ourselves to emerge; How early relationships shape our attachment, and the possibility of redeeming wounded attachments; The richness of the Catholic tradition and how it points to truth; God’s patient love for us; What parenthood reveals about God’s love; Our intrinsic goodness and an exploration of why we behave in wounded ways; An unexpected benefit of Mentorship. Resources mentioned or relevant: Learn more about IDDM (or Mentorship), Dr. Greg’s ne...2022-01-1838 minBeing HumanWriting Your Story with God, w/ Dr. Gerard McNicholasDiscussed in this episode: The responsibility of mental health clinicians to talk about God; Being co-authors of our story with God; The meaning, beauty and redemption that can come from suffering; Viktor Frankl, Man’s Search for Meaning, and Logotherapy; Frankl’s three core values on the pathway to meaning; Parallels between Viktor Frankl and Pope St. John Paul II; The necessity of spirituality to human flourishing Resources mentioned or relevant: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl The Doctor and the Soul: From Psychotherapy to Logotherapy by Viktor Frankl Article: Viktor Frankl at Ninety: An Interview Hear the first epi...2022-01-1126 minBeing HumanTalking to Yourself w/ Dr. Emily DowdellDiscussed in this episode: Meet Dr. Emily Dowdell; Our relationship with ourselves, and how it impacts our relationship with God and others; The effects of negative self-talk; Where our real value and satisfaction lies; The dangers of self-criticism and ways in which we sabotage ourselves; How our perception of ourselves impacts our happiness; How Mentorship can help heal inner brokenness; The love and fulfillment that comes from God the Father. Resources mentioned or relevant: Kintsugi - a form of Japanese art where broken pottery is mended by putting fragmented pieces back together with gold. Learn more about Dr. Emily on t...2022-01-0428 minBeing HumanWhy Your New Year’s Resolutions Will Fail (and How to Actually Succeed!)Discussed in this episode: Reasons why New Year’s resolutions fail; Solutions to the roadblocks to your New Year’s resolution; The five stages of making a successful change: Stage 1: Precontemplation- When the reality of harmful behavior is present, but we don’t recognize it Stage 2: Contemplation - When we start thinking about what making a change would look like Stage 3: Preparation - Starting to prepare to make the specific change Stage 4: Action - Taking action to make the specific change Stage 5: Maintenance - Figuring out how to stick to the change in the long run Stage 6: Relapse - Part of the c...2021-12-2819 minBeing HumanEpisode 53: Can Priests Do It All? w/ Fr. Louis MerosneDiscussed in this episode: Distinctions between spiritual direction and psychological help; Working on behalf of Christ vs. trying to be Christ; The complementarity of the members of the Body of Christ; The wisdom of the Church in giving limits; Recognizing your limits and the freedom that comes from doing this; Using all the resources God has given to you Resources mentioned or relevant: Donate to Fr. Louis Merosne’s charity, Mission to the Beloved; Fr. Louis Merosne’s course, Exorcisms and the Spiritual Life; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtu...2021-12-2129 minBeing HumanEpisode 52: Is Self-Help Helpful or Selfish?Discussed in this episode: The importance of self-stewardship; Human beings as made in the image and likeness of God; The difference between self-care and self-indulgence; The temptation to self-sufficiency; The goodness of self-help resources and their limitations; Every person’s need for help; Teaching, witness, and application as the three levels of mentorship Resources mentioned or relevant: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Dr. Greg’s new model of treatment - https://catholicpsych.com/townhallinfo; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Me...2021-12-1425 minBeing HumanEpisode 51: Are We Getting Addictions Right?Discussed in this episode: The different types of addictions; Limitations of the medical model in treating addictions; Strengths and weaknesses of 12-step programs; The influences of Protestant theology in addictions work and how this differs from a Catholic anthropology; The importance of recognizing our core identity as a son or daughter of God; Human beings as body-soul composites; Resources mentioned or relevant: "For I do not do the good I want, but I do the evil I do not want.” - St. Paul, Romans 7:19; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Vi...2021-12-0720 minBeing HumanOne Simple Way to Deal With Feeling OverwhelmedDiscussed in this episode: The different types of anxiety; Unhealthy coping mechanisms we use to deal with feeling overwhelmed; Examples of overwhelm from Dr. Greg’s life; Presenting issues vs. underlying issues; The present moment as the best antidote to overwhelm; Using Catholic Mindfulness to tap into the present moment Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App to access free Catholic Mindfulness exercises; Learn Catholic Mindfulness through the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Go deeper with Catholic Mindfulness 2: Discernment of Spirits course; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to every course Dr. Greg has...2021-11-3030 minBeing HumanInternal Family Systems and External Family TensionsIn this episode, we talk about: Applying internal family systems to your external family and relationships; The roots of internal family systems theory and “parts work”; How Catholic Mindfulness makes space for internal family systems; Learning to “sit with discomfort” and why it’s important for relationships; Listening first to ourselves and then to others; The importance of curiosity and compassion in approaching others; How having self-compassion opens the door to loving our neighbor well Resources mentioned or relevant: Check out last week’s episode: Why Do I Keep Doing the Things I Don’t Want to Do?; Quote from Fred Rodgers...2021-11-2319 minBeing HumanEpisode 48: Why Do I Keep Doing the Things I Don’t Want to Do?In this episode, I discuss: The struggle to stop negative behaviors and start doing what you actually want to do; The inner difficulties experienced by St. Paul; The psychological intuitiveness of St. Thérèse of Lisieux; How our brain and psyche are ordered towards self-protection; The importance of self-compassion, love and mercy; Approaching this conflict within us in a radically new way; Following Christ’s example as our model for how to love; Resources mentioned or relevant: “What I do, I do not understand. For I do not do what I want, but I do what I hate.” St. Paul, Ro...2021-11-1626 minBeing HumanHow to Turn Your Inner Worst Enemies into Your Inner Best FriendsIn this episode, we talk about: How to befriend the negative voices in your head; Following Jesus’ example in learning how to encounter our negative parts; The downfalls of pop psychology; How Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our interior life; The moral neutrality of Mindfulness; The importance of having an accurate anthropology; Using your imagination to encounter your unconscious Resources mentioned or relevant: Last week’s episode, How to Stop Covid Adjustment Disorder from Turning Into Trauma Disorder; Listen to the episode that introduces Internal Family Systems theory and “parts work”; Follow CatholicPsych on Instagram...2021-11-0924 minBeing HumanEpisode 46: How to Stop Covid Adjustment Disorder from Turning Into Trauma DisorderIn this episode, we talk about: Difficulties students are facing as a result of Covid; The effects of the pandemic on mental health; Adjustment Disorder vs. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; Post traumatic growth; The psychological consequences of not having faith; How peace is possible; The importance of having a worldview in which we are not responsible for everything; Abandonment to Divine Providence; Catholic Mindfulness; The example of Bishop James Conley Resources mentioned or relevant: For resources from the CatholicPsych Institute, click here; Find out more about the Integrated Life Membership; Download The Integrated App for access to...2021-11-0229 min
Being HumanHalloween, Haiti, and Spiritual WarfareIn this episode, we talk about: The reality of spiritual warfare; How to support Fr. Louis' parish and community in Haiti; The authority given by Christ to the Church; The authority of exorcists and the authority given to all Christians at baptism; Who the enemy is; What exorcisms are; The difference between exorcism and prayers of liberation/deliverance Resources mentioned or relevant: Fr. Louis Merosne’s course Exorcisms and the Spiritual Life; Donate to Mission Heal Haiti; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Dr. Greg’s new model...2021-10-2619 minBeing HumanCoffee Talk: The Social Media Dilemma (Are We Really Connecting?)cting?In this episode, we talk about: Authentic community; The pseudo-connectedness of social media; Gauging how much time is “ok” on social media; The definition of “rest” and true recharging/replenishing behavior; The biological implications of interacting vs. being “fed”; Finding who you can trust with your mental health; The origins of the Integrated Life Membership; New! Groups in the Integrated Life Membership (Join before October 22nd to join a group!) Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to unpublished archives...2021-10-1933 minBeing HumanThe Psychology of Holiness: Stories of Fr. Benedict, w/ Dr. Bryan Violette (Mentor Series)In this episode, we talk about: Introducing Dr. Bryan Violette; How Fr. Benedict influenced Dr. Bryan; The value of joy in the spiritual life; What Fr. Benedict’s life teaches us about evangelization; The individuality of holiness; Holiness as a process and an ongoing journey; Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Join The Integrated Life Membership which gives you access to unpublished archives of rare footage of Fr. Benedict Groeschel, in addition to every course Dr. Greg has created! Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of t...2021-10-1234 min
Being HumanThe Rebelliousness of Fr. Benedict Groeschel, w/ Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR (Mentor Series)In this episode, we talk about: Fr. Agustino’s vocation story with the CFR friars; The blessing of Fr. Benedict Groeschel, CFR, on our lives; Lessons from Fr. Benedict about the power of personal encounter; Fr. Benedict’s gift for “trouble”; Finding opportunities for people to do good; Bridging the gap between the secular and religious; Fr. Benedict as an example of true integration; Resources mentioned or relevant: Learn more about (and donate to!) the CFRs; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new m...2021-10-0533 minBeing HumanEpisode 41: What is Integration Anyway? w/ Fr. Louis MerosneIn this episode, we talk about: Integration as bringing together the different pieces that make us human; Why we should care about holiness; St. Thomas Aquinas and the ultimate end: happiness; How seeking holiness is seeking true happiness; How God makes himself vulnerable to us; What God’s law reveals about His heart; Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting...2021-09-2831 minBeing HumanWhy You Should Get to Know This SaintIn this episode, we talk about: Dr. Greg’s new mobile app! The significance of St. John Paul II making St. Thérèse a Doctor of the Church as a woman, a contemplative, and a young person; How different people can be drawn to different saints; The universal vocation to holiness; The call to freedom through Jesus Christ; What it means to have hope to become a saint; Resources mentioned or relevant: The Passion of St. Thérèse by Guy Gaucher Download The Integrated App. Access the Novena to St. Thérèse through the Integrated App St. John Paul II’...2021-09-2136 minBeing HumanEpisode 39: Rehabilitating Our View of St. Thérèse of LisieuxIn this episode, we talk about: Dr. Greg’s experience at World Youth Day Paris in 1997; His encounters with St. John Paul II and St. Thérèse of Lisieux; What it means that she is a Doctor of the Church; What we can learn about our own spiritual growth from a cloistered nun; Resources mentioned or relevant: Access the Novena to St. Thérèse through the Integrated App St. John Paul II’s proclamation of St. Thérèse as a Doctor of the Church; Download The Integrated App Learn about IDDM (Mentorship) - our new model o...2021-09-1424 minBeing HumanTime for a Check-InIn this episode, we talk about: The patron saints of the CatholicPsych Institute; Why we need saints like St. Thérèse of Lisieux; What’s upcoming from CatholicPsych; Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App; Learn about IDDM (Mentorship) - our new model of daily accompaniment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here. To read the CatholicPsych blog, click here...2021-09-0719 minBeing HumanForgiveness, Fatherhood, and Miraculous Grace w/ Devin SchadtIn this episode, we talk about: Devin’s background and his work for spreading devotion to St. Joseph How Devin came to learn what Fatherhood looks like The role of St. Joseph in his life Practical moments of God speaking to his heart Insights learned from fathering a child with special needs The power of forgiveness Resources mentioned or relevant: Custos: Total Consecration through St. Joseph Consecration to St. Joseph, beginning September 10th and ending October 13th Devin Schadt’s work at https://fathersofstjoseph.org/ The Path (FREE EBOOK!) LEAD- 40 Days to Fatherly Greatness Download The Integra...2021-08-311h 05Being HumanA Guided Exercise w/ Dr. Peter MalinoskiIn this episode, we talk about: A practical exercise in connecting to a part; How we can “show up” to our different parts; Hearing and healing different parts of ourselves; Dr. Greg's own experience of the guided exercise; Resources mentioned or relevant: Interior Therapist Community; Souls and Hearts; Interior Integration for Catholics podcast; Internal Family Systems Model (IFS); Download The Integrated App; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the e...2021-08-2431 minBeing HumanWhy Do I Feel Like I Have Conflicting Parts? w/ Dr. Peter MalinoskiIn this episode, we talk about: Introducing Dr. Peter Malinoski, clinical psychologist and founder of Souls and Hearts; Dr. Richard Schwartz and Internal Family Systems; The idea of “parts” within yourself; Good and bad relationships with your own parts; Did Jesus have parts? How this idea of “parts” connects to the Catholic faith; Resources mentioned or relevant: Interior Therapist Community; Souls and Hearts; Interior Integration for Catholics podcast; Internal Family Systems Model (IFS); Download The Integrated App; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. J...2021-08-1745 minBeing HumanA New Theory! with a Catholic LensIn this episode, we talk about: How to understand theories developed by non-Catholics; Two extremes secular psychology can fall to, and how the Catholic answer lies in the middle; An emerging theory, called Internal Family Systems and “parts work”; An introduction to understanding “parts” with a Catholic anthropology; Resources mentioned or relevant: The movie Inside Out from Disney/Pixar; Internal Family Systems Model (IFS); Download The Integrated App; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter...2021-08-1034 minBeing HumanChoosing to See Beauty w/ Maura PreszlerIn this episode, we talk about: Maura Preszler and her new book, Choosing to See Beauty; Maura’s background and the work she does now to encourage others in their journey of healing; The almost incalculable impact of a mental health diagnosis and good therapy on her life; The value of working on your own healing for the sake of the life of thriving that God wants for you; Resources mentioned or relevant: Maura’s upcoming book: Choosing to See Beauty: My Story of Moving Past Trauma and Mental Illness Maura’s platform: Made In His Imag...2021-08-0328 minBeing HumanThe Endless Mystery of the Human Person w/ Fr. Louis Merosne and Lumen VitaeIn this episode, we talk about: The mystery of the human person; The respect and reverence due to all persons; The impact of mercy on our relationships with other persons and ourselves; How to integrate objective truth with subjective, individual, unique experience; Resources mentioned or relevant: Hosted by Lumen Vitae and the Power of Personhood; Fr. Louis Merosne’s work in Haiti; Download The Integrated App; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up wi...2021-07-271h 00Being HumanWhat Everyone Gets Wrong about St. JosephIn this episode, we talk about: What we forget to talk about when it comes to St. Joseph; The qualities of St. Joseph; The importance of understanding the Incarnation for understanding St. Joseph; The true Fatherhood of St. Joseph; How Jesus developed in his humanity under the guidance of St. Joseph; The true marriage of Joseph and Mary; Our human need for a father and a mother; What St. Joseph’s fatherhood reveals about all fatherhood; Resources mentioned or relevant: Dr. Greg’s previous episode about St. Joseph; Custos: Total Consecration Through Saint Joseph by Devin Schadt; Dr. Gr...2021-07-2033 minBeing HumanCoffee Talk: What If I’m Afraid to Dream?In this episode, we talk about: Learning how to dream; Why dreaming can be so difficult; How to practice dreaming when you’ve forgotten how; Why it’s important to dream; Resources mentioned or relevant: My previous episode on #29 on Imagination; Download The Integrated App; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here...2021-07-1336 minBeing HumanThree Ways the Imagination Can Help Us Understand GodIn this episode, we talk about: Imagination as a gift from God; How imagination enables us to encounter what’s beyond space and time; Imagination allowing us to pray; The power of the imagination in healing wounds of the past; How the imagination reveals our unconscious to ourselves; Resources mentioned or relevant: The Acting Person by Pope St. John Paul II Psychologist Lev Vygotsky Download The Integrated App; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newslet...2021-07-0626 minBeing HumanEnneagram, Myers-Briggs, Temperaments, and Disney CharactersIn this episode, we talk about: Our desire to know ourselves; Enneagram, Myers-Briggs, and Temperaments; The two defining characteristics of personhood that are unchangeable; Understanding the personality of Jesus as our model; Resources mentioned or relevant: Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; Download The Integrated App; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you, click here. To read...2021-06-2924 minBeing HumanCatholic GuiltIn this episode, we talk about: The real definition of guilt; How happiness can come from understanding our identity; The problem of “earning” God’s love; Whether or not we should experience guilt and shame; Divinization; Guilt and shame as course correction; Resources mentioned or relevant: And the man and his wife were both naked, and were not ashamed. - Genesis 2:25 Download The Integrated App; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up...2021-06-2222 minBeing HumanWho Are You, Really? Taking Pride in Your IdentityIn this episode, we talk about: Being a psychologically healthy Catholic How self-knowledge contributes to greater holiness What it means to be created in the image of God The distinction between our identity (as totally good) and our behaviors Looking at the motivations behind our actions Resources mentioned or relevant: “Lord Jesus, let me know myself and know You” - St. Augustine Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus t...2021-06-1526 minBeing HumanCoffee Talk: When Do You Need Therapy?In this episode, we talk about: Meeting Amy Grace! Questions around the need for a diagnosis The distinction between sins and symptoms The temptation to compare yourself to others What’s the point of a diagnosis? Accepting imperfection and striving for holiness Living in a fallen world and the universal need for a savior Resources mentioned or relevant: Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign u...2021-06-0833 minBeing HumanDid Jesus Have Emotions?In this episode, we talk about: Jesus Christ as the model of humanity Considering Christ’s emotions Letting Jesus’ example teach us how navigate our emotions Resources mentioned or relevant: Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr. Greg’s team can help you...2021-06-0115 minBeing HumanA Look at Anxiety and Depression (Mental Health Awareness Series, Part 4)In this episode, we talk about: The brain chemistry of depression and anxiety The paradox of trusting God’s providence, and also being created with a fight/flight/freeze response Abandonment to Divine Providence What we can do to live as best we can with these disorders What constitutes a diagnosable mood disorder like anxiety or depression What it means that “All will be well.” Resources mentioned or relevant: Matthew 6:25 Abandonment to Divine Providence Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new mo...2021-05-2529 minBeing HumanA Look at Obsessive Compulsive Behavior and Scrupulosity (Mental Health Awareness Series, Part 3)In this episode, we talk about: What Obsessive Compulsive behaviors and Scrupulosity are Where it comes from What is needed to help those who suffer Scrupulosity as a religious-themed expression of obsessive compulsive patterns Resources mentioned or relevant: Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find...2021-05-1834 minBeing HumanA Look at Narcissistic Personality Disorder (Mental Health Awareness Series, Part 2)In this episode, we talk about: The distinction between displaying characteristics of a personality disorder, and having an actual diagnosis. The precise meaning of narcissism and what goes into diagnosing it. The terror of insignificance that drives narcissistic personality disorder. The implications of certain dynamics in childhood. How NPD affects relationships and how the person suffering sees others. Compassion as a response to relating to someone with NPD. Resources mentioned or relevant: Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new mo...2021-05-1126 minBeing HumanA Look at Trauma (Mental Health Awareness Series, Part 1)In this episode, we talk about: How the framework for looking at trauma can help us understand ourselves Understanding trauma in light of the many facets of the human person How trauma can affect our relationship with the present Noticing how trauma limits our faculties (to see the bigger picture, to have empathy, etc.) What it means that Christ makes all things “new” Why memory matters in healing Resources mentioned or relevant: Revelations 21:5 The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Consecration to Jesu...2021-05-0420 minBeing HumanIs It Your Parents' Fault?In this episode, we talk about: The stereotype of “blaming parents” in therapy How dualism affects how how we get help Understanding why we think the way we do Seeing both nature and nurture in the ways we learn to be human Resources mentioned or relevant: 1 John 4:19 The Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, and more; Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph; Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Being Human, to keep up with all the exciting things happening at CatholicPsych. To find out how Dr...2021-04-2714 min
Being HumanThe BeginningWelcome to Episode 1 of the Being Human Podcast: The Beginning In this episode, we talk about: What “Being Human” means Dr. Greg Bottaro’s personal journey to becoming a psychotherapist The conversation that is needed about a Catholic vision of psychotherapy Resources mentioned or relevant: Dr. Peter Kreeft Franciscan University of Steubenville Franciscan Friars of the Renewal Fr. Benedict Groeschel, CFR Divine Mercy University (formerly Institute for the Psychological Sciences) Catholic Mindfulness Learn about IDDM - Dr.Greg’s new model of treatment; Download The Integrated App for access to audio exercises, the Catholi...2021-01-2014 min
Being HumanComing Soon: The Being Human PodcastIntroducing the Being Human Podcast from Dr. Gregory Bottaro and the CatholicPsych Institute! It's a year of big changes from CatholicPsych, one of which is this podcast - tune in to hear all the news!2021-01-0601 min
Shoot The Shiitake with Father LeoEP. 83 - Dr. Gregory Bottaro - Mindfulness for CatholicsYou won’t want to miss this amazing interview with Dr. Gregory Bottaro. Together, he and Father Leo share strategies, including Mindfulness for Catholics), to help us get through challenging times. 2020-05-1949 min
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gregory-bottaro/message2019-10-1017 minIntegrated LifeTanya asks for practical tips on juggling and living mindfullyWe cover some of the preliminary stuff first and then get into the practicals. Dr. Greg shares about his family's daily routine.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gregory-bottaro/message2019-09-2326 minIntegrated LifeCarissa asks about how to not pass on wounds from one’s parents to one’s kids.How deep does the school of love affect us?
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