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Voices In The Family December 2002 Voices In The Family shows12/2/02 American culture emphasizes accomplishment, achievement and of course, wealth. That may not be a bad thing, but many experts warn that our need to succeed has pushed us over the edge. Dr. Dan Gottlieb will explore what happens when achieving more and more becomes an obsession. His guest is clinical psychologist Dr. Paul Pearsall, author of Toxic Success. Listen » 12/9/02 Studies have found that children in divorced families do better in joint custody. Most divorcing parents would like to achieve a mutual agreement that is best for the kids - but what to do when your ex is driving you crazy - when a parent is irresponsible, or disrespectful? Dan Gottlieb's guest is Dr. Jeffrey Wittmann, author of Custody Chaos. We'll also hear from local psychologist, custody evaluator, and lawyer Dr. Jan Grossman, and talk to retired family court judge Mason Avrigan. Listen » 12/16/02 Many people dread the holidays, instead of happiness and joy, they feel sadness. Many people get depressed this time of year, or stressed from trying to make everybody happy. This can also be a difficult time when you're family is dealing with problems, or if you are part of a merged family. Dr. Dan Gottlieb will discuss issues surrounding the holidays with local family and marriage therapist Jacqueline Scharff. Listen » 12/23/02 Love takes up a lot of our time and thinking. We are engaged in romantic love, and worry about the children we love, our parents, friends, and even pets. But what does love really mean, and what can it encompass? Dr. Dan Gottlieb will discuss the concept of unlimited love. Is it possible? And how does it affect body and soul? His guest is Stephen Post, director of the Institute for research on unlimited Love. We'll also hear about a study that links generosity and longevity. Listen » 12/30/02 An addict becomes a born-again Christian in recovery. A high-powered executive quits her job and devotes her life to the study of Buddhism. There are moments when people find spirituality, come in contact with a higher being - and everything changes. During this special edition of Voices in the Family, we'll hear excerpts from a recent panel discussion exploring the phenomenon of Spiritual Transformation. What is it? Does it last? How does it affect individuals and their psyche? We'll be joined by world-renowned scholars and researchers in the field, among them George Gallup, Chairman of The George H. Gallup International Institute and Robert A.F. Thurman, professor of Buddhist Studies at Columbia University. The panel discussion concluded a conference on Spiritual Transformation in Philadelphia, hosted and organized by the Metanexus Institute. For more information, please visit www.metanexus.net Listen » |
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