The Momentologist

The Momentologist

Hosted by: Mitch Abblett, PhD

Instead of fixating on social media feed, or getting tied up by inner knots of overthinking, worry, shame, or blame, what if you learned to skillfully study the NOW of your life’s moments? What if you could learn to...

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Building the Skills of Happiness for Kids - An Interview with Educator & Author, Maureen Healy

Episode Description: With the pandemic, our kids have been displaced, developmentally afflicted and suffered. Join me in this important conversation with best-selling author, Maureen Healy, as we discuss how we can...
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Understanding & Coming to Terms with the Narcissist in Your Life - An Interview with Alena Scigliano, LPC

Episode Description: Narcissists aren't necessarily evil people, but their patterns of behavior cause significant harm to others in their families and spheres of influence.  Join me in this episode with clinician,...
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Parenting, Profession and Being a Clinician-Creator: An Interview with Dr. Tamara Soles

Episode Description:  Psychologist, podcaster and course creator, Dr. Tamara Soles, joins me to discuss how she leveraged moments of her career as a child and family clinician to not only connect and promote growth...
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Men, Mindfulness and Obstacles to Authenticity in Relationships

Episode Description: Mindfulness practice is challenging enough for all. For many men, an added challenge is facing the fears of their vulnerable inner experiences. Join me with psychotherapist, relationship expert...
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Burnout in Healthcare Beyond the Effects of COVID

Episode Description: With the COVID pandemic, healthcare workers are facing extreme stress and negative effects of professional burnout. For many years prior to the pandemic, healthcare professionals have risked...
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Merging Writing and Meditation as a Path of Practice - An Interview with Author Albert Flynn DeSilver

Description: In this episode, I'm joined by Albert Flynn DeSilver, author of Writing as a Path to Awakening (Sounds True). We discuss how our personal history can be a doorway into both creative writing and...
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The Ultimate Home-Brew: Mindfulness as Connective Tissue for Families and Communities – An Interview with Rose Cratsley, Founder of Ivy Child International

Description: Mindfulness practice is ideally not a solo enterprise! In this conversation, Rose Cratsley, Found and CEO of Ivy Child International, discusses the importance of cultivating mindfulness in our families...
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Owning Error, Why It's Hard, Why It's Crucial and How to (Mindfully) Do It! - An Interview with Rick Hanson, PhD

Description: Bestselling author, psychologist and mindfulness teacher, Rick Hanson and I have a lively discussion about the role of personal responsibility and how it can be so elusive for people today. Join us as we...
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Prizing as a Cornerstone of Parenting Skills - A Conversation with Author and Self-Compassion Pioneer Dr. Chris Germer

Description: I was joined by friend, colleague and mentor, Dr. Chris Germer to talk about themes and practices from my new book, Prizeworthy.  In this episode of the podcast, we discuss what "prizing" is, how it's...
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The Possibility and Promise of Mindfulness Practice – An Interview with Elisha Goldstein, PhD

Description: In this episode I’m joined by psychologist, mindfulness teacher and trainer and multi-time author Elisha Goldstein, PhD to talk about the “superpower” that mindfulness practice unleashes within us. Not a...
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Mindfulness, ADHD and the Self-Compassion Solution for Parents and Teens – An Interview with Author and Developmental Pediatrician Dr. Mark Bertin

Description: Much has been written about mindfulness skills for teens, but a sweet-spot exists that Dr. Mark Bertin discusses in this episode. Join me for this important conversation for understanding and perspective...
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Kindness as a Mindfulness Practice and How to Not Let Negativity Get in the Way of It! – An Interview with Meditation Teacher and Author, Amanda Gilbert

Description: Never has the world seemed to need it more … kindness! Join me in a conversation with meditation teacher, trainer, consultant and author of the new book, Kindness Now (Shambhala Publications) for an...
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