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The Shek CheckAnxiety, Horror Movies & ReliefWhat if we met our anxiety WITH anxiety? When we struggle with anxious feelings and thoughts we usually look for control and certainty to calm down- but what if we don't need to calm down? What if our anxious feelings and thoughts don't need our calmness but to be rerouted instead? What if we in order to better handle our anxiety- we shifted the focus of our ruminations and intrusive thoughts to something...less personal than ourselves?In this episode Erez explores this and how it has shown up in his journey with anxiety.
2022-08-1910 min
The Shek CheckBurnout, Being Human, & BeyondIf you are human than you have most likely experienced burn out in some form (in your form). So, what conversation are you having with yourself regarding burnout? What does it look like for you? How compassionate are you towards yourself when you are burnt out? How much of a human are you allowing yourself to be? How are you moving beyond? In this episode Erez talks about his recent experiences with burnout, his eventual acceptance of his human-ness and how moving beyond meant leaving a lot of unknowns and uncertainty in the past. Check-In w...
2022-04-0610 min
Soul Nectar Show with Kerri HummingbirdSelf Check with Erez ShekErez Shek lost himself to the diagnosis of bipolar. He became depressed, felt like his life lost meaning, and although his doctors were saying different pills could fix it, what Erez was going through was deeper than all that. He has lost belief in himself. He scheduled his own death, and used his bipolar medication to take his life. Thank goodness it did not work.
Now Erez hosts the Shek Check podcast where he inspires others to adopt self awareness and fact check themselves often. Erez is passionate about highlighting guests with lived experiences and knowledge to i...
2021-06-1354 minSoul Nectar Show with Kerri HummingbirdSelf Check with Erez ShekErez Shek lost himself to the diagnosis of bipolar. He became depressed, felt like his life lost meaning, and although his doctors were saying different pills could fix it, what Erez was going through was deeper than all that. He has lost belief in himself. He scheduled his own death, and used his bipolar medication to take his life. Thank goodness it did not work.
Now Erez hosts the Shek Check podcast where he inspires others to adopt self awareness and fact check themselves often. Erez is passionate about highlighting guests with lived experiences and knowledge to i...
2021-06-1354 min
The Shek CheckCheckin' Internalized Toxic PositivityWhat is toxic positivity? Toxic positivity is the belief that no matter how crappy something is, no matter what uncomfortable emotions we are feeling, no matter what the situation is- people need to find the “positive” side things and find a more positive mindset. The phrase “toxic positivity” has been popping up a lot lately, a lot more than it had been. Yet, it has always existed- the thinking has always existed. We are just calling it what it is now. Sometimes it is really obvious when toxic positivity shows up in the language or actions of...
2021-05-2813 min
The Shek CheckAccepting CommunicationWe all have had (or have) those people in our lives that frustrate us because of how they communicate....or how we think they don't communicate. We will blame them for the miscommunication, we create conflict around the miscommunication or lack of communication, and we exhaust ourselves trying to find ways to create "healthier" forms of communication with this person or people.Does the struggle help? Does the conflict help? Does focusing on fixing them or you help?Could acceptance help?In this episode, Erez Shek explores the idea of acceptance surrounding communication...
2021-02-1206 min
The Shek CheckPatrick Hill: Empowering LossWe all face different kinds of loss in our lives, and we all go through hard times. It is an undeniable reality.The question becomes, what kind of freedom do we have to express what we are feeling? How safe do we think we are in expressing how and what we are going through?Loss and grief are not things we were taught to have a healthy relationship with, even though we can and we should.In today’s episode, Erez is joined by Patrick Hill. Patrick is a transformational business and personal co...
2021-01-2937 min
The Shek CheckReframe: Peace, Forgiveness & HealingIf you are like me, there are some very distinct images that pop up when I think of peace, forgiveness and healing. Cinematic images that seem far away and so hard to reach. What if we reframe those images? What if we reframe the concepts we have created around peace, forgiveness and healing? After you check out this episode, check in with The Shek Check on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShekCheckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshekcheck/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheShekCheckLearn more about...
2021-01-1508 min
The Shek CheckMindset Check: 20212020 has been exhausting right? So, it might feel natural to look at 2021 as the answer to all our problems.Is that helpful though?Is it helpful for us to demonize the year 2020, and romanticize the year 2021? Let’s do a quick mindset check. Check in and check out The Shek Check on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshekcheckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshekcheck/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShekCheckLearn more about Erez Shek on The...
2020-12-2607 min
The Shek CheckGreg Bodin LMFT: Attachment Theory 101Early childhood experiences shape how we feel in relationships and impact us through our whole life. How our needs are or aren’t met is what ultimately forms our attachment style later on in life.Psychotherapist Greg Bodin checked in with Erez to help us better understand attachment theory, attachment styles, and how our attachment styles influence our relationships.You can read more about Attachment Styles (and a lot of great other topics) when you visit Greg’s blog: https://www.gregbodin.com/news (Highly recommended by The Shek Check….clearly)Make s...
2020-12-1830 min
The Shek CheckHaunted: Ghosts of LiesThe death of a truth creates the ghost of a lie. In this episode of The Shek Check, Erez serves a quick self-check on how powerful a lie can be and how even with time….it will always present itself in some way. Check in and check out The Shek Check on the web:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshekcheck/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheShekCheck/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShekCheckWebsite: https://theshekcheck.com/
2020-12-1105 min
The Shek CheckRalph De La Rosa: Reality, Rage & ResiliencyDo you struggle with seeing value in your anger or rage? Do you struggle with seeing value in your sadness? Do you struggle seeing the love that exists within those “negative” emotions? Author, Psychotherapist and Meditation Teacher Ralph De La Rosa sits down to chat with Erez about the search for value in our current reality, our “negative” emotions, and what emotional resiliency can look like. Ralph De La Rosa LCSW is a psychotherapist in private practice and a seasoned meditation instructor. He began practicing meditation in 1996 and has been teaching since 2008. As a meditation teacher, Ralph's w...
2020-12-0436 min
The Shek CheckHow We Notice Hate…In this episode, The Shek Check delves into how we notice hate in this world. Erez addresses the importance of looking beyond the hate that is bold and loud. In this episode Erez references to his chat with Dr. Angelica Pinna-Perez in this episode: https://theshekcheck.com/episodes/part-1-redefining-revolutionary-with-guest-dr-angelica-pinna-perez/Follow The Shek Check on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshekcheck/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShekCheckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheShekCheck/Want to show your support and love for The Shek Check? Buy us cof...
2020-11-2007 min
The Shek CheckSam Thomas: Bullies, Bulimia, Addiction & RecoveryWhat can it look like when two men open up about their experiences with bullies and eating disorders? In this episode of The Shek Check, Erez sits down to talk with Sam Thomas- a writer and men’s mental health advocate based in the U.K. Sam opens up about his own experiences with bullies, bulimia, addiction and what recovery is looking like for him.Sam and Erez go in depth on the need for awareness around men's mental health, the bumpy flow of trauma recovery and the importance of presence day to day...
2020-11-0634 min
The Shek CheckPassion (It's Personal)In this episode, Erez Shek expands on the importance of viewing passion (and the things that we are passionate about) as unique to the individual. How can we better understand passion as a reaction to things outside of ourselves AND also (at the same time) in relation to ourselves? The Shek Check has just been named one of the Top 25 Self Identity & Awareness Podcasts by Feedspot! Visit Feedspot to check it out and check out who also made the list! Keep up to date with The Shek Check on social media:Fac...
2020-10-3007 min
cREATe on the 8PART 2 of conversation with Erez Shek from https://theshekcheck.com/PART 2 of conversation with Erez Shek from https://theshekcheck.com/ with psychotherapist, educator and social action activist Dr. Angelica Pinna-Perez D taking a closer look at our understanding of racism and how it is built into our systems (internal and external). Exploring topics of race in mental health care, suicide prevention, pop culture representation and police brutality.
2020-10-2401 mincREATe on the 8PART 1 of conversation with Erez Shek from https://theshekcheck.com/PART 1 of conversation with Erez Shek from https://theshekcheck.com/ with psychotherapist, educator and social action activist Dr. Angelica Pinna-Perez to talk about equity in our health care systems, educational systems and judicial systems. Exploring how decolonization can assist us to truly tackle racism and the systemic issues that feed our need to redefine our evolution and be truly r/Evolutionary.
2020-10-2400 min
The Shek CheckDavid Monticalvo: Cultivating Creativity For ResiliencyHow can you create and foster creativity in your life to strengthen your resiliency? In this episode of The Shek Check, Erez sits down with David Monticalvo to discuss discovering where creativity lives inside of each of us and how we can cultivate our creativity to build resiliency. David is a speaker and author who has gone through his own personal journey to re-awaken his creativity. He is here to discuss how to cultivate creativity and use it as an opportunity to become more resilient.David believes that the Universe pushes us to wh...
2020-10-2336 min
The Shek CheckCloset Space / LGBTQ History MonthIn this episode, Erez highlights LGBTQ History month and the complexities of coming out of the closet- as well as what the future can look like with changed behaviors in our society. What can we do to create inclusivity in our behaviors, language, schools and homes to develop space for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer folk? Learn more about LGBTQ History Month by visiting: https://lgbthistorymonth.com/The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people un...
2020-10-1610 min
The Shek CheckPart I: Redefining r/Evolutionary with Guest Dr. Angelica Pinna-PerezHost Erez Shek sat down this week to speak with Dr. Angelica Pinna-Perez, a trauma aware and culturally affirming psychotherapist, educator and social action activist. She is the founder of The Cervitude Coalition 501(c)(3), a non-profit increasing access to quality holistic mental health care. A fierce advocate for equity in holistic mental health care, she centers anti-colonial re-imaginings in order to amplify its healing impact on people and communities living with complex collective trauma.In this episode, we embrace conversations surrounding equity in health care systems, educational systems and judicial systems. Exploring how decolonization can assist us to...
2020-09-2453 min
Icky Lousy Junky Life ShowdownSeason 3 Episode 28-Let's Talk About Mental IllnessSend us a textToday's guest is Erez Shek host of the Shek Check podcastErez is Jamie's former stage husbandJamie is high on lifeAngela and Erez need to do a song on SmuleOther than falling in love with Jamie, Erez's bad life choice was a combination of things one of which was blaming his bipolar disorder for his actionsSome mistakes actually end up working outCheck out the Shek Check podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts...
2020-07-2645 min
The Shek CheckImpact: When Intentions Don’t MatterAn intention is an idea or a thought, that you plan to carry out. It may be a vibe or an energy that you are aiming for.What is impact? It is the action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another object. It can be an effect of an action on someone or something.Our intention influence our actions and our choices. The impact of our actions and choices affect the world around us. The question becomes, what matters to you more? The intentions you set, or the impact they have?...
2020-07-1707 min
The Shek CheckThe Case To be LoudHow much has silence hurt you? Were you taught that being loud was disruptive? How many times have you been told that silence is the same thing as peace? Does challenging silence scare you? Does it freak you out to be loud? Host Erez Shek explores the mythical connection between silence and peace.Check out the full blog post for Episode 77: "The Case To Be Loud"Follow The Shek Check on all our social media platforms and webpage: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/T...
2020-07-0108 min
The Shek CheckThe MindBody Syndrome (TMS) with Guest Kevin Martillo Viner Ph.dWhat is The MindBody Syndrome? Author and TMS Coach Dr. Kevin Martillo Viner sat down with Erez Shek to delve into what happens when we realize that the body has been saying what the mind has not been ready to. Kevin Martillo Viner Ph.d is a NYC based TMS author and personal coach and holds a PhD in linguistic. Kevin recovered from years of debilitating back and sciatica pain using Dr. Sarno's approach to TMS recovery. Based on his years of comprehensive research and lived experience his new book “The MindBody Syndrome (TMS): A Path...
2020-06-1044 min
The Shek CheckInvolved Evolution: Part Two with Guest Sari Lehrhoff M.D.Episode 73: Involved Evolution: Part 2In Part Two, Host Erez Shek continues his chat with Sari Lehrhoff M.D., the alternative psychiatrist.We continue to explore our work to be involved in our evolution including looking at our beliefs of self, rituals for our self-care, sleep hygiene and how we collect wisdom and challenge ourselves to practice as we learn. Check out Part 1 of "Involved Evolution" with Sari Lehrhoff M.D. You can learn more about Sari Lehrhoff M.D. and Evolve Wellness: Center for Integrated Health on:Webpage: http://ev...
2020-05-1531 min
The Shek CheckInvolved Evolution: Part One with Guest Sari Lehrhoff M.D.Episode 72: Involved Evolution: Part 1In Part One, Host Erez Shek chats with Sari Lehrhoff M.D. We explore her own personal evolution, her own choices and her involved decisions that have led to her current beliefs. Extending to her personal life, her work as a psychiatrist and her work with others. Discussing integrated health, "alternative psychiatry", the power of choice for (and with) patients, and the acceptance of our emotions as guidance in our daily lives.You can learn more about Sari Lehrhoff M.D. and Evolve Wellness: Center for Integrated...
2020-05-0847 min
The Shek CheckYield for ChangeWe think the only way to create change, to grow or to become more than we are right now is to always go-go-go. We might believe that our productivity is defined by our ability to "push it real good". We might believe that if we have free time, then we have to fill it up as much as possible. We might think that slowing down prevents that, or makes us look weak, or makes us lazy.Perhaps we need a Willy Wonka moment here to "strike that, reverse it"....
2020-04-1307 min
The Shek CheckWalk In ContradictionAre we able to have thoughts and beliefs that maybe oppose each other? What we might call "contradictions"?Yes, and the only time we struggle with that is when we are super aware of it.We are not one dimensional, we are not even two dimensional.How much would we struggle if we accepted that, if we allowed that more openly.The polarities we "feel safe" in, the "pure" views we attach to, the absolutes we search for. Do they help us or hurt us? Mentioned in this episode i...
2020-03-1210 min
The Shek CheckCheckin’ Jason HanasikSitting down with Journalist and Filmmaker Jason Hanasik to talk about his new film "A Childhood on Fire". “A Childhood on Fire” is a film about the father figures who violated Nick, the effects that abuse had on Nick’s sense of self and security, and the ways he is interrupting a cycle of violence so that his two boys thrive.While my conversation with Jason was focused on "A Childhood on Fire" and his previous film "How to Make a Pearl", I really got to see how his curiosity in others created space within him.For h...
2020-02-0547 min
The Shek CheckProcessing Forgiveness"What if forgiveness was more about processing, and less of a destination or a single act?" - Erez Shek Often we will be told to find forgiveness, or simply ask for forgiveness.However, nothing is as simple as a single moment, or a single act when it comes to our emotional health, our growth, our healing....our lives. Words matter, but actions matter more. We see this with the phrase "I'm Sorry". A true apology is patterns of changed actions and behaviors. Not a symbolic phrase.It is no different with forgiveness. Forgiveness...
2020-01-2815 min
Moments of Clarity with TiffanyTiffany discusses body image and mental health related issues with guests Erez Shek and Nicole MoncadaShow date 8/24/2017
2019-08-2853 min
Moments of Clarity with TiffanyTiffany discusses body image and mental health related issues with guests Erez Shek and Nicole MoncadaShow date 8/24/2017
2019-08-2853 minMoments of Clarity with TiffanyTiffany speaks with Erez Shek, the creator & host of "The Shek Check" a new Youtube series bringing awareness to Mental Health to fight stigShow date 7/20/2017
2019-08-2853 minMoments of Clarity with TiffanyTiffany speaks with Erez Shek, the creator & host of "The Shek Check" a new Youtube series bringing awareness to Mental Health to fight stigma, while promoting self care using Humor and Music.Show date 7/20/2017
2019-08-2853 minMoments of Clarity with TiffanyTiffany speaks mental Health in popular music with You Tube Personality Erez ShekShow date 8/18/2017
2019-08-2852 minMoments of Clarity with TiffanyTiffany speaks mental Health in popular music with You Tube Personality Erez ShekShow date 8/18/2017
2019-08-2852 min
Café with MonicaLet's Just Talk About Bipolar disorder with Erez ShekYou are so bipolar! The weather is so bipolar! We have to stop using this word as an adjective to describe. Bipolar disorder is a serious medical condition that affects around 60 million people worldwide. People with bipolar disorder experience a pattern of depressive and manic or hypomanic episodes. It can impact a person’s mood, energy levels, and ability to function. It’s not the same as being moody or unpredictable. Today my guest Erez and I talk about his journey getting his diagnosis and how labels do not define us as a person. Erez is the creator...
2019-08-211h 03
Uncomfortable is OK PodcastUIOK 234: Check YourselfErez Shek is on a mission to bring awareness to Mental Health and Wellness. He is the host of the Shek Check podcast which normalizes how we think, feel and behave. Erez has raw conversations about their lived experiences and expertise with mental health and wellness. It's all so we can check ourselves before we wreck ourselves. YO! Erez opens up to me about his lived experience with Mental Wellbeing and some of the tumultuous experiences he has had on the road to where he is today. Links: website || Twitter || Insta...
2019-06-2400 min
The Shek CheckCheckin’ Addiction & Recovery with Guest Sam Morris“Wherever you go, there you are” – Jon Kabat-ZinnThere are many ways we can find to run away. Run away from a situation, from a relationship, from a setting but essentially from ourselves. We can literally pick ourselves up and move, we can cut people out, we can find comfort in food, find our escape in drugs or alcohol. This is actually a common human trait, and go-to. Some choices may seem healthier than others, and there are choices that become more toxic. Either way though, they do become choices we get lost in.T...
2019-03-2743 min
The Shek CheckCheckin’ Perceptions with Guest Lawson PattersonThe word “healing” when it comes to Mental Health, is a bit misleading to me. Especially if you look at it in terms of our physical health. We think of a wound being smoothed over. We think, two pieces being mended back together. I’ve started to look at healing differently now.I look at my growth and my healing as one thing. If I don’t keep opening up I’m not growing, and if I am not growing I am not healing. The more closed off to anything I am, the more I choose to form walls...
2019-03-1945 min
The Shek CheckEpisode 22: Circle of JudgementIn a world where we scream “Dont judge me”, yet we go on judging. Judging others and ourselves. When do we choose, individually, to start living by example? When do we choose to break that Circle of Judgement? Follow Erez and The Shek Check on Social Media: Twitter: @erezshek Instagram: @theshekcheck Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheShekCheck www.theshekcheck.com Become … Continue reading Episode 22: Circle of Judgement →
2019-02-2507 min
Living Sunder with Erika & The We in MeOn Deliverance - Theresa (S2, #1)Here we are, Season Two of the podcast!
This was very exciting to me. I desire structure and schedule, but have never really had that consistency within my life, for a multitude of reasons, but we've gone 21 consecutive weeks without missing a deadline. This is a massive milestone for me and something I am quite pleased we've been able to do. I definitely hope you've been enjoying the show and we can't thank everyone enough for all their support, sharing with their friends, family colleagues, loved ones etc...
We hope you continue to show the...
2019-01-2716 min
Left of Str8 PodcastsLeft of Str8 Show 2019, Episode 1: Erez Shek, Kenyth MoganThe Left of Str8 Show is a twice weekly talk radio show for the LGBT Community and our Allies, featuring interviews with Celebrities, Personalities, and Advocates from the areas of Entertainment, Foodies, Books, and Organizations, and hosted by Scott Fullerton.
After a seven week Holiday Hiatus, The Left of Str8 Show is back with All-New, LIVE episodes. This week, Scott interviews Mental Health Advocate, Podcaster, and Entertainer, Erez Shek; and Singer/Songwriter Kenyth Mogan.
Catch the show every Monday and Tuesday at 2pm PST / 5pm EST LIVE on www.blogtalkradio.com/leftofstr8 or catch the pod...
2019-01-081h 57Living Sunder with Erika & The We in MeTaking Responsibility with Erez Shek #7Oh Shekky, for those of you who follow along with us on social media, it is not likely a surprise we brought on our Shekky from The Shek Check (also here on Anchor).
In this episode we discuss the importance of accepting responsibility for your own mental illness and health, as well as, how to balance life and work on bettering yourself and strengthening peoples understanding of you in a variety of relationships.
We were thrilled Shek joined us and look forward to having him back again here on The We in Me Podcast.
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2018-11-0441 min
The Hardcore Self-Help Podcast with Duff the Psych99: Erez Sheck on Bipolar, Bullying, and Social MediaEpisode 99, guys! Next week is big 100. I'll be doing something a bit different for that episode, so make sure you tune in for that one. This week is my first interview of the year. In this episode, I talk to Erez Shek about his experiences with bullying, bipolar, being a gay man, hospitalization, and social media. It was a great conversation! Please show Erez some love on twitter at: http://twitter.com/erezsheck and check out his website at: https://www.theshekcheck.com/ Do you have a guest that you would love to hear me int...
2018-03-0854 min
PSYC 101The Stigma is KILLING Us with Erez Shek | PSYC 101 Session #17Erez Shek was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder in 1999 and ever since has been on his own rocky journey to find the truest of acceptance that means living with a mental illness, not being one.
After surviving a suicide attempt in September 2016, Erez decided he would do whatever he could do to inspire that living with a Mental Illness is possible and to educate that Mental Health is something every single person should be aware of. Its not just for people living with a Mental Illness.Teaching those who do not live with (or affected by) a...
2017-12-2026 min
Voices for Change 2.0Mental Health Advocate, Erez ShekWe welcome a very funny and talented mental health advocate, Erez Shek
2017-09-091h 10
Sarah Fader The PodcastHair Care With Erez ShekErez and I talk bipolar things and he has no hair but a great personality. Isreali people are not rude, they are in a rush. "They were in a desert for many years." - Erez. Follow him here: theshekcheck.wixsite.com/theshekcheck
2017-06-2234 min