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• What kinds of thoughts keep you from feeling joy for the good fortune of others? How can you learn to feel this joy?

• How can you increase your awareness of your feelings towards others?

• How do you feel when someone else shows sincere joy for the happiness and good fortune in your life?

This episode was recorded by Felipe Blue, LCAS, LAC, LCMHC, LPC, CCS, CCTP, CMNCS, C-DBT at More Than Therapy.

Felipe Blue, LCAS, LCMHCA, CCS has created "Addicted to Surviving" which is a book and program from More Than Therapy, a non-profit organization, which explores the profound connection between past trauma and the development of compulsive and addictive behaviors. It posits that these behaviors are not personal failings but rather adaptive survival mechanisms that, while once necessary, can later hinder well-being. The tex...

It's Okay to Not Be Okay!: An Empowering Gude to Men's Mental Health by Felipe Blue, LCAS, LCMHCA, CCS from More Than Therapy... here's a comprehensive guide addresses men's mental health, exploring the historical and cultural roots of stoic masculinity that often hinder emotional expression. It emphasizes recognizing signs of distress and the power of vulnerability as crucial steps toward well-being. The text advocates for reclaim...

Andrain Horton meets with Felipe Blue to discuss trauma.

Andrain Horton is the visionary founder of Bend The Mind Metamorphic Academies, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in October 2021. Driven by a commitment to serve underserved communities, Andrain co-founded the academies with Alexis Figueroa to provide healing and coping mechanisms for individuals impacted by trauma from social stressors, learned behaviors, and a...

This extensive book explores the profound impact of absent fathers and societal expectations of strength on Black men, emphasizing the "unspoken burden" of emotional suppression. It highlights how historical and systemic barriers intertwine with personal experiences of loss, leading to cycles of isolation. The source then transitions to discuss pathways to healing, stressing the importance of vulnerability, self-compassio...

Felipe Khristopher Blue discusses men's mental health, and the title of his book, "It's Okay to Not Be Okay." He talks about how societal expectations have shaped the way men express themselves, and how this can lead to issues like anger, irritability, depression, and substance abuse. He provides practical strategies and self-care practices for men, such as mindful journaling, cognitive reframing, and building Sup...

This document summarizes the key themes and "Golden Rules" for mastering a new skill, as presented in the provided excerpts from "Mastering Skills: Guitar and Beyond." The author uses their journey of learning guitar as a framework to outline universal principles applicable to a wide range of skill-based pursuits. The central idea is the transformation of theoretical knowledge into practical ability through consistent, focused, and...

Learning a new skill, like playing the guitar, requires transforming theoretical knowledge into practical ability. The author shares "Golden Rules" for mastering any new skill, derived from their guitar-learning journey.

These rules include:

1. Consistency is King: Regular, short practice sessions are more effective than infrequent, long ones.
2. Immerse Yourself: Become deeply familiar with the fundamental elements of the ski...

• What is the origin of Mother's Day? Mother's Day, celebrated on the second Sunday in May, has its roots in the early 20th century. It was initiated by Anna Jarvis who sought to honor her mother's sacrifices and, by extension, the sacrifices of mothers everywhere. In 1914, it officially became a holiday in the United States, serving as a day to acknowledge the crucial role mothers play in shaping lives and communities.
• How does M...

Happy Mother's Day!

• Mother's Day is a holiday with a specific historical origin (Anna Jarvis, 1914).
• The experience of Mother's Day is highly individual and can range from joy and celebration to pain, grief, and struggle.
• It is important to validate all these diverse emotions and experiences without judgment.
• Compassion, both for oneself and others, is a key element in navigating the emotional complexities of Mother's Day.
• Healing ...

Can you think of some good things that have come through your own self-discovery?
What might our knowledge of ourselves reveal about life?
Do you know anyone who constantly struggles looking for answers in the wrong places? How might you help them find the right place?

Spoken by:

Felipe Khristopher Blue, LCAS, LCMHCA, CCS, CCTP, CMNCS, C-DBT (Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselo...

 The stigma surrounding mental health has various impacts on individuals, such as preventing them from seeking treatment and causing discrimination in the workplace. Addressing stigma can lead to better access to care and resources for those with mental health conditions, as well as promoting social inclusion and empowerment for individuals to manage their health and pursue their goals. It can also foster a stronger, more diverse c...

How easy is it for you to notice all that is around you? Can you do it all of the time? Most of the time?
How much do you lose when you do not pay attention to the present moment?
Will you ever get it back again?

Part 1 presented by Felipe Blue, LCAS, LCMHCA, CCS.

Part 2 presented by Jude and June Blume.

Recorded in connection with:

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In this episode, we dive into the transformative process of creating a vision board for 2025, building on the reflections from last year's board. We discuss the importance of self-reflection and goal assessment as we evaluate what worked and what didn’t in 2024.

Key Highlights:

Reflecting on 2024: We start by encouraging listeners to take a moment to look back on their 2024 vision board. What goals were achieved? Which ones fell sh...

Today's thought of the day enters on the power of selfless service, emphasizing that everyone possesses the capacity to contribute positively to others' lives. It defines a "heart full of grace" as virtuous and compassionate, suggesting that serving others cultivates both personal growth and spiritual connection. The author encourages readers to embrace service with love and compassion, prompting reflection on motivations and expec...

The thought of the day presents a reflective meditation on perspective, contrasting optimistic and pessimistic viewpoints with a more analytical, engineering-like approach. It explores the author's personal experiences of shifting between these perspectives, emphasizing the power of choosing gratitude and appreciating life's blessings. The meditation encourages self-reflection on how one interprets challenges, suggesting that diffi...

Take time today to help one another.
How often do you commit small, seemingly insignificant acts to help others? What are the effects of those acts?
If courtesy is contagious, can it be also that helping acts are contagious?
If we serve others, do you think that those others will be more likely to serve in their turn? Do you think that we can serve others by allowing them to serve us?
How often do we reject the help of others who woul...

Find acceptance and growth in the difficulties you face.

• How do you see difficulties in your life?
• Do you accept them as learning or teaching situations or wish they would go away?
• Have you grown more as a person when dealing with difficulties or when life has been flowing smoothly?

Felipe K. Blue, LCAS, LCMHCA, CCS, CCTP, CMNCS, C-DBT

Executive Director of More Than Therapy

201 W Main Street

Suite 316

Durham, NC 277...

Ken and Karen of Teams, LLC, a business extension of More Than Therapy founded by Judithe Louis-Ingram, as they do a review of a Pod Deck library entry called "Dating Life" created by Felipe Blue & Jemma Al'Salaam in preparation for a podcast episode based on dating which debuted on the More Than Therapy podcast.

This deck comprises 49 probing questions to elicit intimate details about a person's dating history, current relatio...