Allen and Thom discuss the origins of perfectionism, from a perspective of our natural need to be loved, to be accepted and to belong, and how, for many of us, it takes on a life of its own as we grow up. Emphasis is on unrealistic expectations that form when normal coping mechanisms are left unchecked and how the curse of perfectionism comes from individual traits as well as cultural and familial background.
Allen, Thom and Patrick all share their personal experiences to shed light on the therapeutic work of investigating our past as a way of...
Psychiatrist Dr. Michael McGee joins the conversation, talking first about his approach to prescribing medication to his patients. Dr. McGee says that his true...
The conversation about how to have a healthy relationship with our authentic self continues. Allen and Thom share some personal experiences with trying to...