Mind Wise Videos and Podcasts on holistic mental health, healthcare, & well-being
Mind Wise is a podcast and video series exploring holistic mental health, healthcare, wellness, neuroscience, philosophy, and spirituality. It is hosted by Ron Parks, M.P.H., M.D., a writer, teacher, and consultant. The show offers perspectives and practical wisdom on integrating mind, body, and spirit for well-being.
Episodes
Audio Podcast - The Menace of the Unexpected: Artificial Intelligence and Stinking Thinking
Welcome to Mind Wise, an audio and video podcast that embodies holistic perspectives on holistic mental health care, psychology, neuroscience, spirituality, and wellness. I am your host, Dr. Ron Parks—a writer, teacher, and physician. Today, I’m talking about my recent article: The Menace of the Unexpected: Artificial Intelligence and Stinking Thinking and Is the AI Threat Real, or a Mirror of Ou
Audio Podcast - Don't Push the River: On Losing and Finding Perspective**
Don’t Push the River: On Losing and Finding PerspectiveDr. Ron Parks explores a universal struggle: how we over-plan, over-control, and lose ourselves in mental architectures of our own making. Drawing from a vivid dream, Daoist philosophy, Gestalt therapy pioneer Barry Stevens, and a personal experience surviving Hurricane Helene in Asheville, he weaves together several threads:The core insight:
Audio Podcast: Rapid AI Growth, the Human Edge, and Resilience
Welcome to Mind Wise, an audio and video podcast exploring holistic perspectives on mental health care, psychology, neuroscience, spirituality, and wellness. I am your host, Dr. Ron Parks—a writer, teacher, and physician. Today, we’re going to explore how:Rapid AI growth is fueling real anxiety about careers, economic security, and social well-being—especially for people early in their professiona
Unlocking Wellness: Mindset, Healing, and Personal Transformation with Eric Stoller
The podcast “Mind Wise,” hosted by Dr. Ron Parks, explores holistic perspectives on emotional and mental health, psychology, neuroscience, spirituality, and wellness. In this episode, Dr. Parks welcomes Eric Stoller, a wellness media entrepreneur and motivational strategist known as the “Brand Whisperer.” Stoller shares his journey, which spans a background in education and motivational seminars a
Audio Podcast: Breaking Free from Stinking Thinking and Emotional Distress
Welcome to Mind Wise, an audio and video podcast exploring holistic perspectives on mental health care, psychology, neuroscience, spirituality, and wellness. I am your host, Dr. Ron Parks—a writer, teacher, and physician. Today, we’re going to explore:Stinking Thinking Revealed and Getting Unstuck from Ideas and Beliefs—with Mindfulness, CBT, and Holistic Strategies for Lasting Mental WellnessThe
Audio Podcast: Vigilance and Memory: Safeguarding Humanity After the Holocaust
Welcome to Mind Wise, an audio and video podcast exploring holistic perspectives on mental health care, psychology, neuroscience, spirituality, and wellness. I am your host, Dr. Ron Parks—a writer, teacher, and physician. Today, we’re going to explore: Vigilance and Memory: Safeguarding Humanity After the HolocaustA call to remembrance and words from a survivor, the poet Iren Steier, that bring th
Podcast: Lifestyle Psychiatry: A New Paradigm for a Holistic Approach to Mental Health and Well-Being
This narrative traces a journey from traditional psychiatric training to a more holistic, experiential approach to mental health, highlighting the transformative impact of integrating practices like yoga, mindfulness, and community engagement. Early medical education emphasized memorization and established treatment protocols, but personal exploration opened doors to broader philosophies and heali
Audio Podcast - Tragedy to Prevention: Lessons from the Reiner Family and America’s Crisis of Violence and Complacency
Explore the tragic story of the Reiner family to understand America’s crisis of violence, addiction, and mental health. Discover key lessons on prevention, risk factors, and strategies to support families and communities.The tragic story of the Reiners spotlights America’s crisis of violence, addiction, and mental health care—ideas for preventive action. This is a public episode. If you would like
Audio Podcast: What I Learned From My Mother and Father, or Should Have
My father’s journey of self-healing and discovery of the transformative power of embracing life’s natural rhythms and mother’s wisdom—life’s ebb and flow—by accepting rather than resisting the challenges, losses, and uncertainties of life; embraces life’s current and vicissitudes instead of trying to force outcomes, which leads to healing, renewal, and deeper wisdom. This is a public episode. If y
Audio-Podcast: Don’t Underestimate Exercise: Life-Changing Benefits for Body, Brain, and Spirit
Welcome to Mind Wise, an audio & video podcast and newsletter that embodies holistic perspectives on mental health, healthcare, and wellness. I am your host, Dr. Ron Parks—a writer, teacher, and consultant. Today, I’m discussing a topic that has been interesting to me: The life-changing and enhancing benefits of exercise for body, brain, and spirit, and the title of our topic today.The talk and t
Mind Wise Audio Podcast - Embracing Neurodiversity: Navigating Differences and Challenges
In this episode of Mind Wise, Dr. Ron Parks delves into the concept of neurodiversity, sharing personal experiences and exploring the varying ways people learn and process information. Discussing both the challenges and strengths associated with neurological differences, Dr. Parks examines the implications for education and employment. He also highlights the impact and potential of AI in supportin
Audio Podcast: The Soul of Artificial Intelligence
The significant contributions of talented neurodiverse individuals and their vital role as leaders in both the development and ethical use of AI for the betterment of all humanity are acknowledged. Several innovative applications are discussed that have the potential to benefit us all, particularly the neurodiverse community and individuals with visual-spatial memory challenges.A video interview w
ADHD: a misdiagnosis, label, or a lost opportunity for the best treatment
Welcome to Mind Wise, a video podcast and newsletter that presents holistic mental health, healthcare, and wellness perspectives and information. I am your host, Ron Parks, MD, writer, teacher, and consultant. The following audio podcast is about a family in turmoil over the treatment of their son, diagnosed with ADHD, and the tough choices. Dr. Parks shares his experience and what the research su
Keeping Health and Balance in Difficult Times
Promise of Substack's Mental Health Revolution is an astonishing former French Buddhist monk, teacher, meditation teacher, and lifestyle medicine advocate who has thoroughly studied ancient wisdom, scientific research, and psychology and developed a simple wellness practice for busy people that is extremely valuable for health and well-being in these challenging times. This is a public episode. If
Audio/Video Podcast of: Collaboration: friend or foe in making critical choices?
Audio Podcast Click Above:Video Podcast Click Below:Script for Video and Audio Podcast:Welcome to the Mind Wise Video podcast, which presents holistic mental health, healthcare, and wellness perspectives and information. I am your host, Ron Parks, MD writer, teacher, and consultant.RP: Today’s video podcast is about:Collaboration: friend or foe in making critical choices?What is the cure for indec
Is there value in taking nutrition supplements in a holistic health program?
For video or audio-only podcasts, click on your choice above to view or listen only.Transcript:Welcome to the Mind Wise Video podcast, which presents holistic mental health, healthcare, and wellness perspectives and information. I am your host, Ron Parks, MD writer, teacher, and consultant. A link to the entire presentation and article, with recommendations and references, is at the bottom of the
An “Ensurance Plan” for healthy aging, productivity, and vitality.
Welcome to the Mind Wise podcasts, which present holistic mental health, health care, and wellness perspectives and information. I am your host, Ron Parks, M.D., writer, teacher, and consultant.Today’s topic is: An “Ensurance Plan” for healthy aging, productivity, and vitality or how to structure a practical and sensible plan to maintain or enhance physical and mental health, longevity, and well-b
New Year’s—the hope, meaning, and the promise.
Script of Podcast:Welcome to the Mind Wise video podcasts, which present holistic mental health, health care, and wellness perspectives and information. I am your host, Ron Parks, M.D., writer, teacher, and consultant.Today’s topic is New Year’s—the hope, meaning, and the promiseThe holidays are a time for reflection and an opportunity to rebalance self-needs, relationships, spirituality, and wisd
Sleep is the best guide for health, longevity, and productivity
Hi! Welcome to a Mind Wise audio video podcast, presenting perspective and information about holistic mental health, health care, wellness, neuroscience, philosophy, and spirituality. I am your host, Ron Parks, MPH, MD, writer, teacher, and consultant.Today's focus and topic is how Sleep is the best guide and feedback for your health, longevity, and productivity.Monitoring sleep quality can be an
Overcoming dilemmas and conflicts releases productivity and flow - Audio Podcast
Hi! Welcome to a Mind Wise audio podcast, presenting perspective and information about holistic mental health, health care, wellness, neuroscience, philosophy, and spirituality. I am your host, Ron Parks, MPH, MD, writer, teacher, and consultant. Our focus and topic today are, Overcoming dilemmas and conflicts releases productivity and flow. Getting stuck in a dilemma, indecision, and fear are th
Post Trauma suffering to happiness and thriving
Welcome to a Mind Wise podcast, presenting perspective and information about holistic mental health, health care, wellness, neuroscience, philosophy, and spirituality. I am your host, Ron Parks, M.P.H., M.D., writer, teacher, and consultant. Today's video-podcast interview is with Rob Hosking, an inspired teacher and lecturer who shares his hero's journey, recovery, and awakening from his difficul
Dreams and journaling - Part Two - for mindfulness, insight, and well-being
Dream of Dream WorkI was getting off an elevator in a building, and another younger gentleman, who seemed focused on his work and position, recognized me. He asked about the dream journaling article I discussed at a party we all had attended. He seemed interested in the topic, but I wasn't sure from his playful tone if he was interested in some practical information or if he wanted to tell me some
Dreams and journaling for mindfulness, insight, and well-being - Part One
Welcome to the Mind Wise podcast, presenting perspective and information about mental health, holistic health care, wellness, neuroscience, psychiatry, philosophy, and spirituality. I am your host, Ron Parks, M.P.H., M.D., writer, teacher, and consultant.Today I begin a 2-part series exploring a readily available phenomenon that occurs in your slumber and sleep world—dreaming.The Dream CatcherDrea
Cory Costanzo Journey to the Still Point Wellness Spa
Welcome to the Mind Wise podcast, presenting perspective and information about mental health, holistic health care, wellness, neuroscience, psychiatry, philosophy, and spirituality. I am your host, Ron Parks, M.P.H., M.D., writer, teacher, and consultant.Today I continue to explore the life and journey of unique holistic healthcare enthusiasts and practitioners, their innovative services, and thei
Impact of Life Experience
The intertwining of supposed separate worldsBrother Promise is a fellow writer on Substack, where I discovered his work and connected with him. Our seemingly two separate worlds surprisingly resonate and intertwine with each other in many ways. As teenagers, we both had significant health challenges. Brother Promise sought better answers and was inspired to study, find help, and support in his sea
Journey to enlightened healthcare. Part 1
A conversation with Brother PromiseI had a conversation with a loving, joyous, youthful monk, living and developing a holistic health program to enrich the lives and health of others. He is a fellow writer on Substack, where I publish my Mind Wise newsletter, where I discovered his work and connected with him.(Ron Parks—"RP"): "Hi, can you please introduce yourself and tell us what got you interes
Unraveling the Unfathomable: Capturing the Essence of Profound Experiences
Finding the right words to describe the indescribableDifficulty describing profound and highly impactful events is a challenge for most, as words cannot capture the essence and totality of the happening. There are talented writers, poets, spiritual masters, and philosophers who have come close to conveying the mystery and otherworldliness of personal and profound, unique experiences. Experiences c
Impactful moments and experiences that critically affect life and well-being: part one
A dynamic, momentary, or more prolonged experience can alter and mold your life and its expression. Any of us can recall certain impactful events that may have significantly changed our life experiences and choices. Today, for instance, was boiling and muggy with overhead threatening storm clouds and a distant rumble of an approaching thunderstorm. It took my mind back to a past eventful summer's
The Art of Decision-making for Successful Outcomes
The reality of decision-making and unpredictable consequences.My mother's wise advice, the tragic news of an adventure vacation to see the Titanic wreckage in a submersible that imploded, my reflection on the nature of decision-making, and close calls of my own when choosing an adventurist trip, and Tips and Points to Ponder.A mother's advice on travel and finding answers, meaning, and perspective
Surmounting Writer's Block
When the creative workflow gets impeded or stops, it gets labeled by writers as "writer's block." To some, it is a feeling of being stuck in the writing and creative process and unable to begin or complete new writing projects and creations. The underlying causes and contributing factors are many and unique to the individual. Overcoming or investigating obstacles to creative flow and production is
Surmounting Writer's Block
Writer's Block Strikes: The critical steps to reignite inspired creativity, growth, and productivity.I was returning from a vacation and felt guilty about not working on or beginning a new newsletter article. Every time I would sit down to start, I would find myself distracted and doing other things or just feeling tired or overwhelmed by the immensity of the task with all its components. Some bas
Mass Shootings—Too Many Guns or Mental Health Problems
There has been a lack of progress in passing new legislation and regulations to help curb the increase in mass shootings of innocent people. Tragic loss of life from mass shootings or active shooter incidences is now an almost daily occurrence and increasing. People feel helpless and angered that our elected officials, for-profit businesses, and organizations can't have fruitful discussions or sur
Mass Shootings—Too Many Guns or Mental Health Problems
There has been a lack of progress in passing new legislation and regulations to help curb the increase in mass shootings of innocent people. Tragic loss of life from mass shootings or active shooter incidences is now an almost daily occurrence and increasing. People feel helpless and angered that our elected officials, for-profit businesses, and organizations can't have fruitful discussions or sur
What I learned from my father's death or should have
To err is human! For a full article with stories, reference; go to https://www.inmindwise.com/p/what-i-learned-from-my-fathers-death So, perhaps forgiveness is more about taking care of yourself, getting things in perspective, and allowing the appreciation of the larger picture or more positive aspects of the situation. Getting the larger view and context is essential for the person who tends to b
What I learned from my father's death or should have
It was early morning when I got a call from the chief of medicine and cardiologist at the community hospital where I was on staff. In a more worried voice, than was usual for him, he said, "Ron, could you stop by my office on your way to make rounds? It's about your father. With everything I have tried, I can't stabilize him. We need to make some decisions!" With that, I grabbed my coat and headed
Relationships for sustenance and longevity
full article and references can be found at: https://www.inmindwise.com/p/relationships-for-sustenance-and1. Relationships can be very beneficial or very destructive. Positive ones can contribute to health and wellness, meaning, and fulfillment. Negative influences or associations can have destructive consequences for both self and others, such as when exposed to hatred, discrimination, dishonesty
Relationships for Growth and Perspective
My valued mentor and the confusing adviceA favorite mentor and advisor told me on my way out from our final meeting, with a big smile on his face, shaking hands as I left for the final time from his cozy living room office, with the big glass window looking out on his yard,“Here is my last clinical pearl; never give anyone advice.”I saw some wisdom in his last words that it was better to listen ca
Embracing the essential other for creative fulfillment and well-being
As a significant influence in our daily life and activities, understanding of self has taken a considerable place in philosophical and psychological discourse and studies as far back as recorded history. The words at the Temple of Apollo in Delphi entrance were an admonition to know yourself, or so to speak, where you are coming from and your biases, before entering any meaningful discussion or re
The Brainchild, Unique Talents, and Artificial Intelligence
When I was sixteen or seventeen, my mother had to be hospitalized for several days while her doctor ran some tests. When her internists came in to see her, I was there. He saw me and began chatting; I playfully tried to grab his medical bag. He turned to my mother with a smile, and I stopped my horseplay. I heard her say, and I'd never heard her use the expression before, "this is my brainchild."
Caregiver's Challenge when a Mental Health Crisis Occur - Podcast 12/20/22
Caregiver's ChallengeWelcome to the Mind Wise podcast about mental health, wellness, holistic health care, and topics of interest. I am Ron parks, MPH, MD, writer, and teacher consultant. And your host today.Ron: Parents or caregivers can find themselves in uncharted waterers very easily. Many get caught unprepared when a mental illness affects the loved one, a spouse, a child, or significant othe
The Gun Narrative and Gaslighting
Transcript of the podcastWelcome to the Mind Wise podcasts about mental health and well-being of the body, mind, and spirit, from an integrative and holistic perspective. I am Ron Parks, MPH, MD, writer, teacher, consultant, and your host, today I am talking about The Gun Narrative and Gaslighting.Let’s get clarity on the discordant debate on mass shootings, the issues, and sensible choices.In the
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