Values...what even are they? We all talk about values, but do we really understand them? Values are an elusive beast. More abstract than goals, but ultimately at the core of our essence. On this EXTREMELY SPOOKY EPISODE, we talk about how to un...

Comedian Joe Kilgallon gets intimate with us and covers everything from his recent forays into DBT therapy to a near-death experience...buckle up, this one's a doozy.- music by blanket forts - 

We take on cinematic juggernaut "One Battle After Another" (P.T. Anderson's latest film) in a rousing discussion that ultimately leads us to a debate over the merits of nuts in banana bread. Nuts? You bet.- music by blanket forts -

Humor: an elusive beast. When does it help us connect, and when does it actually inhibit connection? We explore the peaks and valleys of laughing through the pain.- music by blanket forts -

Music is literally older than language itself...so why does the medical community scoff at the idea that it can impact our mental health? Neuroscientist / pipe organist Barbara Minton, PhD explores the power that music can have on our psyche. H...

Ravi Kathuria, enlightened author of the book "Happy Soul. Hungry Mind." reframes the way we think about spirituality...is spirituality really so complex, or do we make it more complex than it needs to be? OR: would you rather eat a cheesecake,...

For those of you who roll your eyes at the term "self compassion"...this ep is worth a listen. (Or at least a read through the transcript.) Many of us are so stuck in a trance of unworthiness, that it might seem like self compassion is overly i...

Are you afraid of your own shadow? You think I'm joking...but we all have "shadow parts" of our selves that we disavow. What if we fully embraced these parts (and in essence, our SHADOW?)Lori Tolan LCPC joins us to discuss!- mus...

"If I improved my spending habits, then I wouldn't be able to get stuff."- Kelly Kilgallon, LCSWWe unpack this (and more) on our latest episode.- music by blanket forts -

Have you ever found yourself pouring out your deepest secrets to the person cutting your hair? You're not alone. In this captivating conversation with hairstylist Brio Ruiz, we explore the fascinating psychological dynamics that transform the s...

Performance artist Josh Berkowitz takes us on a wild ride through his psyche as we unpack the importance of creativity in self exploration. From clown class to the bar mitzvah dance floor, we explore creativity in all of its messiest, most vuln...

Special guest Albert Bramante, Ph.D. (a certified hypnotist and seasoned talent agent with more than two decades of experience in the entertainment industry) joins us on this very special episode, as we debunk various hypnosis myths, discuss th...

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...