Breaking Free from Stinking Thinking and Emotional Distress Mindfulness, CBT, and Holistic Strategies for Lasting Mental Wellness

Ever feel trapped by negative thought patterns or “stinking thinking”? This piece explores how journaling, mindfulness, holistic lifestyle changes, and evidence-based therapies like CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can foster emotional resilience and guide us toward wisdom and well-being.

Vigilance and Memory: Safeguarding Humanity After the Holocaust A call to remembrance and words from a survivor, the poet Iren Steier, that bring the reality of the past to inform the present

Vigilance and Memory: Safeguarding Humanity After the Holocaust shares a deeply personal story of reunion with a Holocaust survivor, Iren Steier, whose journey and poetry reveal both immense suffering and a resilient spirit in the aftermath of tragedy.

Lifestyle Psychiatry: A New Paradigm for a Holistic Approach to Mental Health and Well-Being Cultivating Lifestyle, Connectedness, and Embodiment for Sustainable Change and Transformation

Lifestyle psychiatry emphasizes the importance of holistic, evidence-based lifestyle interventions for preventing, treating, and potentially reversing chronic physical and mental conditions.
#embodiment #connectedness #LifestylePsychiatry #holisticwellbeing #mentalhealth

From Tragedy to Prevention: Lessons from the Reiner Family and America’s Crisis of Violence The Loss of the Reiners: A Cautionary Tale

Explore the tragic story of the Reiner family to understand America’s crisis of violence, addiction, and mental health.
The tragic story of the Reiners spotlights America’s crisis of violence, addiction, and mental health care—ideas for preventive action.

Embracing Life’s Natural Rhythm for Self-healing and Recovery What I Learned From the wisdom of nature, my parents, and dreams

There is a wisdom in nature about the ebb and flow of life, including its ups and downs, much like the changing seasons. Going with the flow and accepting what is present or emerges, along with flexibility and adaptability, brings healing and restoration. The blessings of the seasons to all!

Lost in the Fog: The Search for Focus and Energy in an Era of Stimulants Brain fog, fatigue, focus, ADHD, and stimulants: Lessons from Life and Medicine

The use of stimulant medications like Adderall and other non-prescribed substances to boost focus and productivity has expanded beyond those with clinical ADHD to include professionals, students, and individuals dealing with brain fog, fatigue, and focus issues.

Dr. Ron Parks shares his thoughts about neurodiversity in this video clip selected from the entire presentation. See the full presentation as an article, video, or audio podcast at www.inmindwise.com.

Embracing Neurodiversity: Navigating Differences and Challenges - Integrative Psychiatry Online, Ron Parks, MD Embracing Neurodiversity: Navigating Differences and Challenges Jul 22, 2025 Personal reflections on neurodiversity When I was growing up, I was three years younger than my brother Benton. As I recall...

Discover how embracing neurodiversity and utilizing AI in a balanced manner supports brain health, creativity, adaptability, and overall well-being. #neuodiversity #AI #VisualSpatialLD, #ADHD, #AutismSpectrum

The Soul of Artificial Intelligence The Valued Scientists and Workers with Neurodiverse Talents

Is artificial intelligence a curse or a boon to humanity? Consider the wise words of a talented AI scientist and developer with insight into neurodiversity and the use of labels in my latest podcast on www.inmmindwise.com.

ADHD: a misdiagnosis, label, or a lost opportunity for the best treatment ADHD may be a developmental visual-spatial disorder (DVSD).  Find out what are the most important considerations and choices to make.

What you need to know and do about ADHD, ASD or Visual Spatial Learning Disorder. Understand and find the best approach to treatment. #ADHD #VisualSpatialLearningDisorder
#DVSD #ASD

Keeping Health and Balance in Difficult Times An Interview with the astonishing former French Buddhist Monk, teacher, and creator of Mental Health Revolution on Substack.

Keeping Healthy in Difficult Times—Find out what Promise recommends. He is a lifestyle medicine advocate who has developed a simple wellness practice for busy people that is extremely valuable for health and well-being in these challenging times.

Commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day 2024—A Chilling Reminder The stark recall of the experience of mass torture and slaughter of a multitude of innocent citizens is a lesson of grave concern today.

It is essential to remember history with poignancy and accuracy to help prevent repeating acts and foolishness that lead to hatred, division, war, atrocities, and inhumanity—where ruthlessness flows from power, the need to dominate, and greed. Please read www.inmindwise.com/p/rememberin...

ADHD Reality—The focus and distraction dilemma Practical choices for surviving and thriving

Naming or categorizing ADHD and ASD has value, but there are still significant limitations to diagnoses and labels in seeking the help or support you may need. #ADHD #ASD #mentalhealth #focus #productivity #well-being open.substack.com/pub/mindwise...