Gabriel Ellis, PhD | The Curious Mind Podcast Archiv
100 Episoden
1 Stunde
Why do some people feel persistently empty despite success, relationships, or wealth? Because they don't actually know their true needs. I explain how our unconscious mind shapes our lives through hidden needs, why we can lose touch with them, and what consequences this has for our vitality, sense of direction, and overall life satisfaction. You'll also learn about a model of six fundamental core needs, along with practical exercises that will help you identify your own needs more clearly and fulfill them in healthier ways. Hopefully, this offers a fresh perspective on the human psyche.Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minYoutube: https://youtu.be/r6vVhLvCCZ8Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
39 Minuten
Who are you really? True self-knowledge is more than self-optimization. That's why in this episode I discuss how you can uncover what lies hidden beneath habits, conditioning, and societal expectations. What needs drive your life? What emotional patterns repeat themselves? How do you treat yourself? What unconscious worldviews guide your decisions? The answers to these questions will help you piece together the puzzle of your identity.
27 Minuten
What remains of the “I” when the not-self is stripped away? This episode explores practical paths to self-knowledge — from ascetic exercises, emotional control, and observation of thought to Neoplatonic and Gnostic methods aimed at uncovering the “pure spirit.” At the same time, it addresses the radical critique of Max Stirner, who sees in all these ideals merely new forms of subjugation.
Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
Photo by Vitaliy Shevchenko on Unsplash
Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
Photo by Vitaliy Shevchenko on Unsplash
27 Minuten
I explore the concept of self-knowledge, tracing its roots from Socrates and Hegel to Buddhism. At the heart of this discussion is the question of which thoughts, feelings, and habits truly belong to our "I"—and which are merely external, learned patterns. I explain why change often only becomes possible when we detach our identity from certain emotions and core beliefs. Additionally, I examine the crucial difference between healthy inner freedom and mere emotional self-control.
Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minHomepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minHomepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
32 Minuten
We don't see the world; we only see our models of it. Gilbert Simondon's analogy of crystallization illustrates this: our thinking touches reality only at a razor-thin interface. Everything else is a construct, often even a hallucination, fueled by experience and emotion. In this episode, you'll learn how to update your "mental nutrient solution" and thus increase your life satisfaction.Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minHomepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
15 Minuten
Do you notice how negative self-talk undermines your self-esteem? In this video, I'll show you how important your self-awareness is—and how genuine self-empathy, instead of superficial affirmations, strengthens your mental foundation. We'll talk about self-criticism, meditation, therapy, and the path to a healthy inner dialogue.Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minHomepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
40 Minuten
When we operate in a kind of trance, like complex machines on autopilot, catastrophic fantasies and old avoidance patterns dictate our actions. In this episode, you'll learn how to create a buffer in your daily life through "pure perception" and mental hygiene, while in the "mental laboratory" of therapy, we rewrite the deep-seated programs of your unconscious. Gabriel Ellis explains how you can move from passive suffering to active responsibility.
Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
Photo by Zhifei Zhou on Unsplash
Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
Photo by Zhifei Zhou on Unsplash
32 Minuten
Do you carry a deep sense that you are fundamentally flawed or broken? We are often told that shame is our enemy, yet simply trying to be "shameless" without deep understanding leaves us isolated. In this episode, Gabriel Ellis bridges philosophy (Plato, Spinoza, Nietzsche) with modern psychology (Lacan, Brené Brown) to reveal why shame resilience requires more than just vulnerability—it requires the intellectual courage to understand your own desires.Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
Photo by The New York Public Library on Unsplash
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
Photo by The New York Public Library on Unsplash
41 Minuten
Anxiety often feels overwhelming and leads to avoidance, which increasingly restricts your life. In this video, Dr. Gabriel Ellis explains the proven therapeutic path of proving to your unconscious mind that you can withstand the feared situation. This is achieved through precise confrontation and the consistent prevention of safety behaviors (crutches). Learn how to endure the anxiety curve until it flattens out on its own, allowing you to regain your freedom of action and self-confidence.Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minHomepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
46 Minuten
Can artificial intelligence replace a real therapist? Many people in psychological distress are turning to AI like ChatGPT. In this realistic experiment, psychotherapist Gabriel Ellis tests whether ChatGPT, with good prompts, can operate as a client-centered therapist comparable to Carl Rogers. The result is, in most cases, a clear and well-founded warning about the limitations of AI in psychotherapy.Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minHomepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
53 Minuten
Can AI tools like ChatGPT serve as a substitute for psychotherapy, at least for advanced users? In this live-simulated session, the user becomes frustrated with too much information or simply receives bad advice. As a therapist, ChatGPT is a well-structured con artist who can summarize unempathetically but cannot read between the lines.In the next episode, I will simulate a client a client who is exceptionally well-informed. Let's see if there is any chance for ChatGPT to be a decent therapist after all!Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minYoutube: https://youtu.be/CPjrpkgH-McHomepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
41 Minuten
In this episode, I introduce the problematic nature of therapy with "artificial intelligence." I show what happens when an inexperienced user tries to use AI as a psychological advisor. I explain why this type of use can quickly lead to misunderstandings and is even dangerous — and why genuine professional guidance remains indispensable.
In the next two episodes, I will simulate a client who has some experience with self-development, and finally, a client who is exceptionally well-informed. Let's see how that turns out!
Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
In the next two episodes, I will simulate a client who has some experience with self-development, and finally, a client who is exceptionally well-informed. Let's see how that turns out!
Free introductory consultation: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Email: therapy@gabriel-ellis.com
35 Minuten
Loneliness is not a weakness, but a reflection of our times. I will illuminate the necessary insights and fundamental practices for overcoming loneliness and isolation. You'll learn how to develop realistic expectations for social encounters and which exercises you can use to bring more courage, empathy, and authenticity into your interactions.Free introduction call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30minHomepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
24 Minuten
Why are other people so fundamental to our consciousness?Even in the womb, our consciousness begins to engage with the "Other"—through the body, through sensations and perceptions. Later, young children project mental qualities onto inanimate objects and enter into quasi-social relationships with them. Overall, our long phase of dependency on parents makes us particularly sensitive to recognition and social connection... These are key components I explore to show why social perception and recognition are the foundation of our sense of self—and why they can never be fully resolved.
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
40 Minuten
This episode explores how modern digital life contributes to social isolation. Social media fosters constant social comparisons, depleting our social energy and raising unrealistic expectations of ourselves and others. As a result, real-life interactions become increasingly exhausting and unsatisfying. Herd psychology plays a crucial role: people align with the opinions and behaviors of their digital surroundings, reinforcing echo chambers and distorting social validation. At the same time, suppressed aggression finds an outlet in social media, creating the illusion of a like-minded community – an illusion that ultimately leads to disappointment in real-life relationships. This dynamic further fuels loneliness and social withdrawal.
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Youtube: https://youtu.be/02jwT8w39Ic
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Youtube: https://youtu.be/02jwT8w39Ic
Homepage: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
