While 'it's lonely at the top' is a widely acknowledged sentiment, the unique challenges and hidden pressures faced by executives in leadership positions often go unrecognized. The journey of being at the helm comes with distinct hurdles and isolating experiences that demand attention and understanding. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Nick Jonsson. Nick is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of EGN, one of Asia's premier networking organizations. Nick has cultivated a thriving community where over 900 executives and business owners converge to address work challenges, exchange ..read more

In celebration of our fourth anniversary, we’re re-releasing one of our favorite episodes from the past year. We’ve been taught to think of anxiety as though we have a mental disease. Anxiety is primarily a physiological reaction. If we can sympathize over those fight or flight moments, we can start to retrain your brain and manage that moment in a different way. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Faust Ruggiero. Faust is a seasoned professional with nearly 40 years of experience in counseling and psychology. His career has spanned a wide array of settings, from clinics for de ..read more

Support is steadfast, ever-present, regardless of circumstances or company. In every moment, in every trial, it patiently awaits. Sometimes, it's about humbly setting aside pride, embracing vulnerability, and simply reaching out. Take that step, for help is there, ready to guide you forward. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Bruce W. Brackett. Bruce, also known as BWB (dot) positivity, is a social media personality, author, entrepreneur, self-taught visual artist, and international motivational speaker. Originally from southwest Montana, BWB moved to NYC at the age of 18 to pursue his ..read more

No matter how much education you have and how much you learn, life is a lived experience. And falling into potholes is a great way to realize what’s most important and how to prioritize it. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Neha Sangwan. Neha is an CEO and founder of Intuitive Intelligence, empowering individuals & organizations with effective communication tools. Nena is also an Internal Medicine physician, engineer, author, speaker, and communication expert. Neha earned her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering from Michigan State University and now co ..read more

In celebration of our fourth anniversary, we’re re-releasing one of our favorite episodes from the past year.Every relationship has its own story, has its own world, has its own language. And there's something to be learned if you create the space and you ask good questions. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Topaz Adizes. Topaz is an Emmy Award-winning writer, director, and experience design architect. He is an Edmund Hillary fellow and Sundance/Skoll stories of change fellow. His works have been selected to Cannes, Sundance, IDFA, and SXSW; featured in New Yorker magazine, Vanity Fai ..read more

Ever felt like an imposter? If you've heard or said phrases like "I'm a fraud" or "I'll never be good enough," you're not alone. Recognizing these thoughts is the first step in overcoming them. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Ragan Schriver. Ragan is an Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work as well as the Director of the MSSW Program, Knoxville Campus and chair of the Forensic Social Work Certificate Program. He teaches clinical and leadership courses in the MSSW program. He also serves as the Special Assistant to the President of ..read more

The art of human-centered healthcare technology, we utilize technology and design principles to simplify and encourage actions aligned with patient well-being, while subtly discouraging actions that may not align with best practices. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Craig Joseph, MD. Craig is a seasoned physician informaticist known for his extensive background in healthcare and technology spanning 25 years. As Nordic Global's Chief Medical Officer, he embodies a commitment to enhancing healthcare through human-centered design, technology, and common sense. Beginning as a primary car ..read more

People yearn to share their stories with someone who comprehends their journey. Despite differing structures, vocabularies, and contexts, they recount tales of adversity, sharing the narratives of life's challenges and setbacks. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Dr. Ardeshir Mehran. Ardeshir is a psychologist, behavioral researcher, and leadership coach who challenges conventional notions of depression.  Holding a Ph.D. and M.Ed. from Columbia University, Ardeshir draws from over thirty years of experience in counseling, organizational psychology, and research, guiding global ..read more

In medicine, the principle of "do no harm" is fundamental. Given the historical harm caused by racism and inequities within communities, it's imperative to prioritize this perspective. We must first approach interactions through this lens and then seek to establish cultural connections, if it’s important to them. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Raj Sundar. Raj Sundar is a full-spectrum family medicine physician and community organizer and the host of Healthcare for Humans, a podcast dedicated to educating others on how to care for culturally diverse communities so they can be better ..read more

Publications such as the New England Psychologist serve as invaluable resources, providing updates on state psychological association changes and offering insightful analysis to help clinical practitioners understand the implications for their practice. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Dr. John Grohol. John is the publisher of the New England Psychologist, a 32-year-old quarterly trade publication for clinical psychologists in the New England region. John has played a transformative role in making mental health resources accessible on the internet. In 1995 he founded Psych Central, t ..read more