Gabriel Ellis, PhD | The Curious Mind Podcast Archiv
100 Episoden
32 Minuten
The defining aspect of being an expat is literally to be away from home (Latin "ex patria"). There are many expats who, like me, enjoy to live abroad. Others are abroad mainly for work or accompanying their partner. It leaves however nobody unaffected and is for some people a real problem to be away from one's native culture, from old friends and family.
Over three weeks I was conducting therapy sessions on this range of topics with "Anna" who additionally faces a complex family dynamic which makes it difficult for her to reconnect with her family of origin. This is the last episode in our short series in which "Anna" gives us an insight into her development so far, how the therapy sessions helped her, and the tasks that lie ahead of her.
Find the previous parts and other episodes on the podcast channel and subscribe for the next parts. More details on my therapy and research: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Over three weeks I was conducting therapy sessions on this range of topics with "Anna" who additionally faces a complex family dynamic which makes it difficult for her to reconnect with her family of origin. This is the last episode in our short series in which "Anna" gives us an insight into her development so far, how the therapy sessions helped her, and the tasks that lie ahead of her.
Find the previous parts and other episodes on the podcast channel and subscribe for the next parts. More details on my therapy and research: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
32 Minuten
The therapeutic process is complex and often unique to each client. The goals are to reduce mental pain, increase quality of life, clarity, and deeper understanding of oneself. If you haven't had therapeutic support in your life you might wonder what actually happens in sessions and how "just talking" is supposed to bring about a positive change.
As my sessions with "Anna" show, the talking is an important part, but not sufficient in itself. Her general motivation to change, her honesty, and a different kind of reflecting and acting are just as essential as the deep reflection that happens in the therapy sessions. Join us for the first part of the last session with "Anna", her insight into her family structure, and how she plans to re-introduce herself into her family of origin as a relevant voice that can enrich the lives of her family and herself.
Find the previous parts and other episodes on the podcast channel and subscribe for the next parts.
More details on my therapy and research: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
As my sessions with "Anna" show, the talking is an important part, but not sufficient in itself. Her general motivation to change, her honesty, and a different kind of reflecting and acting are just as essential as the deep reflection that happens in the therapy sessions. Join us for the first part of the last session with "Anna", her insight into her family structure, and how she plans to re-introduce herself into her family of origin as a relevant voice that can enrich the lives of her family and herself.
Find the previous parts and other episodes on the podcast channel and subscribe for the next parts.
More details on my therapy and research: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com/
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
29 Minuten
What does a real therapy session look like? That’s what I demonstrate with clients in my Therapy Recording Series. You'll witness the development of clients directly and understand therapeutic principles on an actual case.
This is the second part of the second session with "Anna". Here, she continues to explore especially the relationship with her siblings. Check out the previous parts on the podcast channel and subscribe for the next parts.
More details on my therapy and research: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
This is the second part of the second session with "Anna". Here, she continues to explore especially the relationship with her siblings. Check out the previous parts on the podcast channel and subscribe for the next parts.
More details on my therapy and research: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
32 Minuten
What does a real therapy session look like? That’s what I demonstrate with clients in my Therapy Recording Series. You'll witness the development of clients directly and understand therapeutic principles on an actual case.
This is the first part of the second session with "Anna". Here, she continues to explore her family dynamic and her role in it. Check out the previous parts on the podcast channel and subscribe for the next parts.
More details on my therapy and research: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
This is the first part of the second session with "Anna". Here, she continues to explore her family dynamic and her role in it. Check out the previous parts on the podcast channel and subscribe for the next parts.
More details on my therapy and research: https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
32 Minuten
If you haven't listened to it yet, please check out part 1 of my first session with "Anna" (https://youtu.be/X47ODjcasUI). There, she started reflecting on the idea of "home", her life outside of the US, her habit to frequently move locations, and the lack of contact with her family of origin. We jump back into our conversation where "Anna" describes her difficulty to relate to the US lifestyle.
You can find more details about my work at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
You can find more details about my work at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
36 Minuten
Many people suffer from mental issues and yet avoid or wait too long before they seek treatment. With the Therapy Recording Series I want to contribute to normalize therapy and provide a realistic glimpse into what happens in therapy sessions. I record three therapy sessions with "Anna", each split in two parts. In our conversations we focus on the alienation that can occur as a consequence of an expat life abroad.
You can find more details about my work at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
You can find more details about my work at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
49 Minuten
When we read about spirituality or meditation, we usually encounter the 'advertisement' version of a straight blissful and eventually successful journey. In this conversation I discuss with long-term meditator Amiran what is in many cases more probably the case: a complex, not-at-all straight journey which isn't as advertised but can still be deeply rewarding.
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Find the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/XBUINBLtgL8
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Find the video version of the podcast here: https://youtu.be/XBUINBLtgL8
47 Minuten
I discuss with mythologist and depth psychologist Dr. Catherine Svehla the 'Myth of Unlimited Human Potential', the problematic impact it has on us, and what is a psychologically more wholesome way to integrate myths into our lives.
You can find out more about Catherine and how to work with her on https://mythicmojo.com. There you can also find her biweekly podcast "Myth Matters".
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
You can find out more about Catherine and how to work with her on https://mythicmojo.com. There you can also find her biweekly podcast "Myth Matters".
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
58 Minuten
We continue our previous discussion about myths and tackle the following questions: "What can we actually do if we want find our purpose in life?" "Can we actually experience transcendental spiritual concepts?" "How are spiritual practice or psychedelics connected to spiritual myths or to actual reality"
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Find the video version of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eiZtTleaTw
Transcripts of the interviews of Bill Moyers with Joseph Campbell: https://billmoyers.com/series/joseph-campbell-and-the-power-of-myth-1988/
You can purchase the Campbell videos on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Joseph-Campbell-Power-Myth-Moyers/dp/B07BC2VHHJ
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Find the video version of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eiZtTleaTw
Transcripts of the interviews of Bill Moyers with Joseph Campbell: https://billmoyers.com/series/joseph-campbell-and-the-power-of-myth-1988/
You can purchase the Campbell videos on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Joseph-Campbell-Power-Myth-Moyers/dp/B07BC2VHHJ
1 Stunde 3 Minuten
Myths are powerful narratives that have helped to structure the lifes of humanity as far as we can reach back in time. In this conversation we discuss some fundamental aspects of myths from a contemporary psychological perspective.
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Find the video version of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eiZtTleaTw
Transcripts of the interviews of Bill Moyers with Joseph Campbell: https://billmoyers.com/series/joseph-campbell-and-the-power-of-myth-1988/
You can purchase the Campbell videos on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Joseph-Campbell-Power-Myth-Moyers/dp/B07BC2VHHJ
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Find the video version of the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eiZtTleaTw
Transcripts of the interviews of Bill Moyers with Joseph Campbell: https://billmoyers.com/series/joseph-campbell-and-the-power-of-myth-1988/
You can purchase the Campbell videos on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Joseph-Campbell-Power-Myth-Moyers/dp/B07BC2VHHJ
40 Minuten
In this interview I answer common questions about therapy and therapists, for example "Does every therapist have a degree in psychology?", "Can therapists read other people's minds?", or "Are therapists exceptionally empathetic?"...
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
58 Minuten
Living abroad is challenging and rewarding: a new culture, language, and adventure, but also potential isolation, stress, misunderstandings, and bureaucratic obstacles. In this conversation with recruitment specialist and digital nomad Christopher Schauf we make complex observations on personal and shared experiences of living abroad.
Check out Christopher at https://www.recruitingresults.de
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
Check out Christopher at https://www.recruitingresults.de
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
14 Minuten
I look back on eight years as an expat therapist, the specific challenges expats face and why I have developed a particular approach to work with them.
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
1 Stunde
The 'Inner Critic' is a common mental judge for many people. This function of the so-called 'Super-Ego' is well-known yet still needs more clarification. I distinguish two types of Super-Ego and Inner Critic: One is the 'Ideal Self' and makes us do things we ultimately enjoy. The second is the 'Ought Self' which makes us do things out of self-imposed obligation and duty - in best case such a fulfillment leads to pride but not to a vital joy and satisfaction.
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
58 Minuten
In spiritual literature we often find an odd positive spin on ‘hopelessness’ and ‘death’. Both are usually horrifying experiences and we would be mad to seek them out. But then those spiritual teachers seem to insist on their spiritual values. This can easily be misunderstood – if we went into these states of mind without good preparation they would indeed have a devastating effect. What they mean is something else: When they say ‘Hopelessness’ it means ‘taking responsibility for my life, and not hoping that someone or something else will come to my rescue’. And when they portray ‘death’ in a positive light then it means either to let go of old dysfunctional parts of myself, or to come to terms with the fundamental impermanence in our lives.
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
For feedback, requests, or therapy sessions contact me at
https://www.gabriel-ellis.com
Free discovery call: https://calendly.com/gabriel-ellis/30min
