Ryder talks about the life-changing benefits of journaling and his top 3 reasons why this ancient practice is more relevant today than ever before.

Silvy Khoucasian is a renowned expert in intimate relationships and boundaries. With a Master's Degree in Psychology, Marriage, & Family Therapy, and as the Founder of the Love With Integrity Podcast, Silvy helps people expand their relationship skills -- which includes the expression of boundaries, vulnerability, and attachment awareness in order to create fulfilling and reciprocal relationships. In this conversation, Brandon Clift and Silvy Khoucasian discuss the challenges men face in opening up and being vulnerable in relationships. They explore the societal conditioning that discourages men from expressing their emotions and the double bind they often face.

Ryder shares the easiest way to start journaling, with a minimal and powerful journaling practice.

Brené Brown studies human connection -- our ability to empathize, belong, love. In a poignant, funny talk, she shares a deep insight from her research, one that sent her on a personal quest to know herself as well as to understand humanity. A talk to share.

What is the best way to ease someone's pain and suffering? In this beautifully animated RSA Short, Dr Brené Brown reminds us that we can only create a genuine empathic connection if we are brave enough to really get in touch with our own fragilities.

This video describes the difference between my intent and the impact on people around me. I believe this is an important skill in leadership as well as all of our communication.

In response to Philip Zimbardo's "The Demise of Guys?" TED talk, Gary Wilson asks whether our brains evolved to handle the hyperstimulation of today's Internet enticements. He also discusses the disturbing symptoms showing up in some heavy Internet users, the surprising reversal of those symptoms, and the science behind these 21st century phenomena. (NOTE FROM TED: This talk contains several assertions that are not supported by academically respected studies in medicine and psychology. While some viewers might find advice provided in this talk to be helpful, please do not look to this talk for medical advice.)

The introduction of a Talking Stick into your family environment will help facilitate a monumental shift in the way that you, your partner and your family communicate for years to come. If used properly, it is an effective way to improve communication during times of conflict or aggrievement. Metaphorically speaking, it is not to be used as a truncheon or battering ram, but a solemn symbol of wisdom, light and truth.

Jay talks about the concept of self-sabotage, examining how it manifests in various aspects of our lives and offering strategies for overcoming it. Self-sabotage is defined as behaviors that undermine our own success, happiness, and stated goals. These actions often occur subconsciously, rooted in deep psychological patterns formed during early childhood. Jay outlines four primary ways people self-sabotage: chronic lateness, procrastination, putting oneself down, and perfectionism. He also discusses the habit of putting oneself down, which can manifest through over-apologizing or refusing to take credit for accomplishments. This behavior is often linked to low self-esteem or an internalized critical voice from childhood.

This exercise integrates the Wheel of Life with your personal mission or purpose in life. By mission we are referring to what are you "here for" on this planet and what is important to you. The Wheel of Life can become an integral part of your life by referring to it, and updating it, on a regular basis to ensure that you are on track.