Group trips are TOUGH. Maybe you're vegetarian. Maybe you're a VEGAN even. Maybe you don't know how to bike, and you're secretly hoping there's no biking. Whatever the case, group trips can be equally challenging and fun, and accessing the WISE...

We've all been rejected...but is it wise? Or better yet...how can one find themselves in the midst of rejection? Whether it's dating, career-related, or getting rejected by your own children, we all face rejection on a day-to-day basis. So let'...

Exposure therapist Mia D'Agostino helps us sit with uncertainty, and even goes so far as to color-code it...we all experience uncertainty on a daily basis, so why not confront it head-on?- music by blanket forts -

We all sleep...there's no getting around it. But IS IT WISE? Most definitely. From sleep masks to mouth tape to the controversial nature of alarm clocks, we tackle it all.- music by blanket forts -

Regardless of how you feel about meditation, mindfulness and the like...there is a lot to discuss. Whether you love it, hate it, or just want to learn more...Kelly and Jon provide some wisdom.- music by blanket forts -

Have you ever wondered if spending hundreds of dollars to stand in a field for multiple days is actually a good life decision? Well...we apparently have.- music by blanket forts -

Going to the dentist, writing thank-you notes, EXERCISING 🏋️ these all often come accompanied with the word "should." Well...should we use the word "should?" Enter the multi-dimensional universe of PUSHING...when is it wise to push yourself, an...

Our favorite therapists (Kelly Kilgallon & Jon Butz) take on the BIG FISH that is  the messy Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuit—a Hollywood feud that reveals complex questions about power dynamics, creative control, and on-set bou...

Josh busts out of his tux, Jon steps on glass, and Kelly legally changes her first name to "Bingo" - all of this and MORE in this exclusive (and somewhat wise) look into Josh and Kelly's recent wedding.- music by blanket forts -

48 hours before therapist Kelly Kilgallon stands under the chuppah to wed fellow producer Josh Bayer (🚨 NOT FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE 🚨), she decides to lay bare her innermost thoughts in this revealing episode of "Wise Mind Happy Hour"...Kelly'...

Ever considered hiring a robot to write your wedding vows? No? 🤖 How about asking Chat GPT to build you a PowerPoint for a work presentation? 🦾 The world of AI (artificial intelligence, not Alan Iverson) is a slippery slope, and therapists Kell...

Have you ever wanted to experience host Jon Butz consuming a chocolate sardine on LIVE AIR? Have you ever dreamt of "fusing" less with your negative thoughts & emotions? If your answer to both is "yes," then this episode is clearly for you....

We all have a child within us...even if we're thriving adults. And getting in touch with this INNER CHILD might just be the special sauce to gaining a bit of self-compassion in this dog-eat-dog world. Therapist Alexandra Wallen joins us on this...

What do broken bread slicers, wedding planning, and Chicago's notorious Lower Wacker Drive all have in common? SHORT ANSWER: they all have the ability to test your distress tolerance. Ready to stop white-knuckling through difficult moments and ...

Forgiveness—what does it really mean, and why does it seem so impossibly difficult sometimes? We've all heard the phrase "forgive and forget," but as we discover in this episode, that common advice might be missing the point entirely.- ...

Imagine a system that claims to unlock your personal operating potential based solely on your birth details. Is Human Design a profound tool for self-knowledge or just another flavor of spiritual window dressing? We dive into this fascinating p...

Have you ever found yourself "going to the hardware store for milk?" Or - more specifically - seeking validation from those who are simply unable to provide it? THEN THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU. Learn how to have your own back when others aren't qu...

Money anxiety is skyrocketing as economic uncertainty dominates headlines. Tariffs, inflation fears, and recession talk have many of us spiraling into scarcity thinking—but what if we could find stillness amid the chaos? Join us as we unravel o...

Special guest Dr. Alisa Bayer (PhD) brings decades of couples therapy wisdom to this enlightening conversation about the hidden dynamics that drive relationship conflicts. - music by blanket forts -

another mini episode - apologies for all of this MINIATURE BROADCASTING 🌟🌟🌟 we explore how wise it is to have a podcast 🏋️‍♀️🏋️🏋️‍♂️ please feel free to weigh in 👍- music by blanket forts -

Boooooooring...have you ever had that thought? Well maybe it's time to dig deeper. Join us on our journey of exploring the wisdom behind the human emotion commonly referred to as "boredom," and the surprising value that can come from embracing ...

This episode is even tinier than all of our other episodes.Why?Our co-host Jon Butz is off this week.  Instead, we have Kelly and our producer JOSH - who is actually her fiancé - take you on a remarkably candid journey thro...

Acceptance might be one of the most misunderstood concepts in mental health. When we suggest "accepting" difficult emotions or challenging circumstances, many people hear "just be okay with it" or "give up and stop trying to change things." Thi...

So many of us can fall into the trap of wanting to be PERFECT...wanting the perfect body, the perfect relationship, or the perfect podcast. But what if we embraced imperfection? We explore this (and more) on our latest episode of Wise Mind Happ...

Welcome aboard our first official guest, psychiatrist Dr. Vijay Khilanani, as we delve into the murky waters of pharmaceuticals, psychedelics, and negotiating at a car dealership.- music by blanket forts -