Episodes

The World Health Organization defines burnout as feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion, increased mental distance, or feelings of negativism or cynicism and reduced efficiency. This means that if you’re exhausted, feel disconnected from the people and things that matter most to you, have difficulty cultivating a hopeful mindset, and aren’t operating at your best, you could be experiencing burnout. The name mirrors what happens when a flame goes out—you feel like you’ve lost your spark- you’...

They are unavoidable. They are frustrating. They can be terrible. But they do not have to define you; you do not have to engage in all of them. Join Julie and Chuck as they discuss arguing without "losing it." This week's Positive Talk Podcast is a super-practical look at a subject we all deal with - ARGUMENTS!

Join therapist and co-host Julie Homrich on this week's Positive Talk Podcast as she unpacks a revolutionary way to help parent your children through S.P.A.C.E. S.P.A.C.E., which stands for Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions, is a new treatment method proposing a change to this model. The S.P.A.C.E. program is designed to help children feel less anxious, but the parents and caregivers participate in treatment sessions — not the kid. This is a constructive conversation for pare...

Are you feeling buried under an avalanche of tasks, responsibilities, and commitments? Do you wake up every morning with a sense of dread and anxiety about managing everything on your plate? Overwhelm can be crippling and exhausting, but it's not a life sentence. In this week's Positive Talk Podcast, Julie and Chuck explore practical strategies for working out of overwhelm and regaining control over your time, energy, and focus. Whether you're a busy professional juggling multiple projects or a...

What do we do when we seem to remain "offended?" The “mental ingredients” of offense we’d have to take into account in today's episode include, 1.) The triggering event 2.) Our perception of that event (we used the term “The story I am telling myself is…”) and then, 3.) Our ability or inability to move through the anger, so it doesn’t fester into resentment. How exactly do we do that? We’re going to discuss that today. Join Chuck and Julie for this helpful conversation on the Positive Talk ...

Why are we so offended by everything? It seems like every day; there is someone or something that we are offended by. Whether it's a political candidate, a commercial, or even a Facebook status, we can't seem to help but be offended by something. This week’s Positive Talk Podcast will examine what makes us so offended. From examining our biases to understanding words' power and how they can affect us. But more importantly, how can we live UNOFFENDABLE.

It's a far too frequent challenge; when do I cross the line from being supportive, to becoming an enabler? There are some signs that we can use to help ourselves be supportive without becoming an enabler. Whether is it in the context of addictions, marriage, workplace, friends or even ourselves! Join Julie and Chuck for this fascinating conversation as they merge faith and psychology on the Positive Talk Podcast.

Maybe the word FUNDAMENTALISM triggers something in you, whether good or bad. In this week's episode of the POSITIVE TALK PODCAST, Julie and Chuck discuss the dangers of fundamentalism in faith, especially how it impacts our brain and emotional health. Regardless of how you initially receive the word fundamentalism, this is an important and fascinating topic that affects many of us. Between Julie, a psych-therapist, and Chuck, a pastor, this is a fascinating conversation, so join in.

It is one thing to change, another to want to change, and yet another to actuate change. We were created to change, even when it is painful. In this week's Positive Talk Podcast, Julie and Chuck unpack five practical steps toward meaningful change. Don't miss this week's Positive Talk Podcast.

Mirror, Mirror, Hoe Influence Shapes Us WHAT WE BECOME - Our brains were created to reflect what we focus on and who we spend time with. This is why some people say, “Want to see who you’ll become in 5 years?” Look at the five people you spend the most time with. JOIN JULIE & CHUCK FOR THE FASCINATING EPISODE OF THE POSITIVE TALK PODCAST.

Ever wonder how change truly happens in your life? The science of sanctification is a tangible action in our physical body. Mind, body, and soul all play a role in strengthening and changing our lives from the inside out. You can change significantly as you co-create a new you in cooperation with your Creator. Join Chuck and Julie for this fascinating conversation - The Science of Sanctification on the Positive Talk Podcast.

Discovering peace and maintaining a soul at peace is a significant task. We can experience peace in our physical bodies. It's not just a "feeling." We must know where peace resides in our body, soul, and mind to do that. You can discover peace and build your "peace muscles." Join Julie and Chuck for season four of the Positive Talk Podcast.