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How Undaunted Ambition Helped Turn Hardship into a Brand Name in Long Run Clothing
July 11, 2022

Greg Kovacs speaks with Donnell McCloud, CEO of Long Run Clothing in Utica, NY. Donnell explains how his own perseverance through adversity informs the Long Run mission to produce high quality clothin

How Conspiracy Theories Become Powerful and Complicated Social Behaviors
April 27, 2021

Conspiracy Theories: Definition and Perspectives Evolutionary, Psychological, and Social Functions of Conspiracy Theories Demographics of Believers Costs and Benefits of Conspiracy Beliefs Effective Communication with Diverse Thinkers

How to Have Meaningful Dialogue in Politically Diverse Times
March 30, 2021

With political polarization at an all-time high, it is important that we develop a willingness and ability to have conversations with those who think differently than we do. Greg spoke with Dr. Tania Israel,

How Emotional Awareness Turned Self-Doubt into Self-Acceptance
March 14, 2021

Gaylemaries story is one that unfolded rather quickly and required her to rapidly adapt and cope. There is a lot of research out there on the power of social support in helping us through the most ch

How Emotional Awareness Turned Self-Doubt into Self-Acceptance
February 23, 2021

Gaylemarie’s story is one that unfolded rather quickly and required her to rapidly adapt and cope. There is a lot of research out there on the power of social support in helping us through the most challenging times. Unfortunately,

Is one question the solution for relationship communication health?
February 19, 2021

Communication problems are a top concern for couples in my couples therapy practice at Upstate Marriage and Family Therapy, PLLC. Based in cognitive behavioral theory, one question can help couples avoid communication impasses and emotional reactivity.

How Courage Helped to Redefine a 12-Year-Old’s Relationship with OCD
February 09, 2021

In over 22 years as a therapist, I have seen people fall apart then find the strength to put it all back together again. I have heard stories of people who refused to give up, who found ways to adapt, and who chose to not let events from the past or pr...

How ADHD Became His Superpower and His Mission Became Empowerment
February 02, 2021

Never letting his guard down, Ben Sklivas made symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) one of his greatest assets. Ben will inspire you to turn your own struggles into strengths. An Entrepreneur Harnesses Symptoms of ADHD

The Foundations of Loyalty to Donald Trump
January 26, 2021

Loyalty to Donald Trump: Is there a need to feel safer in a world of unpredictability and difference? Loyalty is an instinct, evolved in humans over thousands of years, that draws people together through the safety of sameness. -

Male Infertility: A Story of Emotional Perseverance
January 22, 2021

Male infertility and its treatment are breeding ground for complex emotions and challenging relationship dynamics. One-third of infertility cases are caused by male reproductive problems that include low sperm production, abnormal sperm function,