Give A F*ck Actually With Dr.Alex Wills

Dr.Alex Wills MD | SB Studios

Alex Wills, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist. He is a graduate of the Sackler School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship training in Hawaii with additional training from Columbia University. He is the owner of Perma Mental Health, a private psychiatric practice with offices across Idaho. Alex’s clinical days are spent using the Radical Emotional Acceptance method to help patients heal from issues ranging from past traumas to interpersonal struggles in their marriages. Give a F*CK, Actually is based on that experience. Visit Dr.Wills website at www.radicalemotionalacceptance.com or connect with Dr.Wills on LinkedIn and Facebook.

  1. 08/28/2023

    From Despair to Triumph: Chase Chewning's Journey of Radical Emotional Acceptance

    In Episode 22 of "Give a Fck Actually with Dr. Alex Wills," we're honored to welcome the remarkable Chase Chewning, host of the acclaimed "Ever Forward Radio." Join us for an intimate and introspective conversation that dives deep into the human experience, all while shedding light on Dr. Wills' transformative book, "Give a Fck Actually: Reclaim Yourself with the 5 Steps of Radical Emotional Acceptance." Dr. Wills and Chase embark on an unfiltered exploration of life's intricacies. Chase's candid insights provide a powerful backdrop for the book's core principles of radical emotional acceptance. As we journey through Chase's experiences, we uncover the emotional landscape of military service and medical residency, touching on themes of being "Brainwashed" and the complexities of emotions such as fear, sadness, and vulnerability. The conversation takes a profound turn as we delve into Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, discussions on suicide and death, and the transformative process of dismantling our metaphorical "F*ck Shields" and defense mechanisms. Chase's own journey of embracing vulnerability and seeking help resonates deeply with Dr. Wills' message. The importance of giving ourselves "Permission to Feel" and recognizing emotions as teachers becomes a poignant lesson in both conversation and book. Ready to dive into the journey of radical emotional acceptance? Get your free copy of "Give a F*ck Actually" by covering shipping and handling at https://giveafuckactuallybook.com. And don't forget to explore even more insights and support at https://radicalemotionalacceptance.com, where you can also find exclusive merch to accompany your own path to emotional well-being. Tune in to this transformative episode as we join Chase Chewning in an unfiltered, raw, and authentic exchange, uncovering insights that inspire a deeper understanding of resilience, vulnerability, and the power of confronting life's challenges head-on. Produced by SB Studios. #RadicalEmotionalAcceptance #GiveAFckActually #embracevulnerability #podcastconversations #wellnessjourney

    From Despair to Triumph: Chase Chewning's Journey of Radical Emotional Acceptance

  2. 08/11/2023

    Radical Acceptance Unleashed: Dr. Wills x Lo

    Episode 21 of "Give a F* Actually" brings together two dynamic voices, Dr. Wills and the renowned celebrity stylist Lo, for a transformative dialogue on radical emotional acceptance. Today Lo talks about celebs and how "no one has their shit together." Vulnerability. Ego. Fear. Success Anxiety. Imposter Syndrome. Self-Criticism. Gay persecution. Anger. Shame. Jealousy. Fear. Anxiety. Asking for Help is a Superpower. Trust issues. Pathologizing being Emotional. and Janet Jackson. Join us as we unravel the tapestry of authenticity while diving deep into the core principles of Dr. Wills' groundbreaking book. Main Topics: Radical Emotional Acceptance: Dr. Wills' powerful philosophy takes center stage as we explore the concept of embracing emotions authentically. Vulnerability and Courage: Lo shares personal stories that highlight the strength found in vulnerability, inspiring listeners to shed societal expectations. Navigating Ego and Imposter Syndrome: The conversation delves into the challenges of ego battles and imposter syndrome, offering insights into overcoming these barriers. Success and Its Shadows: Dr. Wills and Lo discuss the dynamics of success anxiety and the hidden struggles that often accompany achievements. Fear and Empowerment: Tune in as we confront fear head-on, discovering how embracing it can lead to empowerment and growth. Shame, Jealousy, and Trust: The dialogue explores the complexities of shame and jealousy, while also touching on the importance of building trust. Asking for Help as a Superpower: Dr. Wills and Lo emphasize the strength found in seeking help, challenging the stigma surrounding it. Pathologizing Being Emotional: The episode challenges the notion of pathologizing emotions, encouraging listeners to normalize and accept their feelings. Celebrity Spotlight: Janet Jackson: The iconic Janet Jackson's journey is examined through the lens of radical emotional acceptance, offering fresh perspectives on her experiences. Enjoy this unfiltered, enlightening conversation that empowers you to give a f* about embracing your emotions and living authentically.

  3. 07/28/2023

    Emotional Abuse Unveiled: Beyond Shame and Fear With Timothy Golden

    Delve into the mind of Dr. Timothy J. Golden, the Visiting Professor who defies stereotypes as a criminal defense attorney, actor, and survivor of emotional abuse. Tune in as he discusses emotional abuse tactics, the concept of shame, and its surprising role in our emotional well-being. Explore how emotional abuse affects relationships in the context of Asperger's and how it relates to suicide and divorce. We discuss: - Being an (emotionally) "battered house husband", - Plato's Republic - Criminal Justice - Emotional abuse - Shame - Emotional abuse tactics used by wives - Asymmetric warfare, thinking deeply beyond the surface, - Christian marriage - Unhealthy doctrines, - Hermeneutics, - Being kept off balance, - Gaslighting, - Art, music - Emotional expression, is your wife an emotional bully? - Being hurt, called, fat, stupid, inarticulate - Reclaim yourself with Radical Emotional Acceptance - Co-dependency - Approval seeking - The abuse cycle - Love bombing - Silent treatment - Shaming - Fear - Religious trauma - Unhealthy view of marriage - Divorce - Suicide - Dark places - Relief, - Fear of being ostracized. Join the Motown Philly Podcast for thought-provoking conversations on emotional expression, fear, and religious trauma. Discover the path to understanding, healing, and breaking free from emotional chains. #BreakingEmotionalChains #DefyingStereotypes #BeyondShameAndFear Bio: Dr. Timothy J. Golden is Visiting Professor of Philosophy at Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington. When he is not working as an academic philosopher, he is a criminal defense attorney and an actor, having performed in classical and contemporary theater, including works by Shakespeare, August Wilson, and George Stevens, Jr.'s Thurgood. Dr. Golden is also a survivor of emotional abuse and encourages people to constructively engage their emotions in the interest of their well-being, which he does, in part, through his work as co-host of the Motown Philly Podcast.

    Emotional Abuse Unveiled: Beyond Shame and Fear With Timothy Golden

  4. 07/05/2023

    David Jurasek the author of "My Heart Is A Muscle"

    David Jurasek was a sensitive and dreamy kid who learned to be a chameleon and a high performer but felt invisible and never good enough. Fortunately, due to the caring and daring support of many mentors, his wife, and friends, he has been healing and growing into the father he wishes he had, a husband who helps tend the garden of love, a passionate mentor of men, and a grateful founder of a community of men learning to become more powerful and loving together. To follow one man's discovery that being good is not enough and what it truly takes to thrive in relationships, the book is a novel titled "My Heart Is A Muscle" which you can find here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1775214826 To get deeper support or continue the conversation, you can find David and his community of men at: www.powerfulandloving.com

    David Jurasek the author of "My Heart Is A Muscle"

  5. 06/27/2023

    Zo Moges - The Official Narrator of Give a F*ck, Actually

    Zo is the official narrator of Give a F*ck, Actually - the Audiobook! We talk about the book, audio production, and emotions: doubt, fear, frustration, success, anxiety, insecurity, hurt, desire, envisioning the future, following your dreams, being your "true self" World Peace, Confusion, Betrayal, Anger, Annoyance, Confusion, curiosity, perspective taking and emotional wisdom! Zewdu Moges (Zo-dew Mo-Gus) is a voiceover artist who has made significant strides in the industry over the past year. With his passion for the craft, Zewdu has lent his voice to two books and is currently preparing for an opportunity as the voice of a British documentary. While pursuing a major in Mass Communications and a minor in Media Design at Clayton State University, Zewdu's lifelong admiration for films and cartoons motivated him to establish his own business, Moges Productions. Through his engaging readings, Zewdu has garnered a dedicated following of over 16,000 TikTok viewers. Recently, he had the privilege of being selected to lend his voice to the transformative book Give a F*ck, Actually. Zewdu's unwavering dedication and exceptional talent continue to resonate with audiences, making a lasting impact in the world of VoiceOver.

    Zo Moges - The Official Narrator of Give a F*ck, Actually

  6. 06/04/2023

    Episode 17: Skip Goddard

    Today, Skip and I talk about transpersonal psychology, counseling, combat vets, ptsd, psychedelic assisted psychotherapy, ketamine, LSD, MDMA, mushrooms; NOSC non-ordinary states of consciousness, hypnotherapy; Emotions: excitement, drive, exhaustion, overwhelm, FEAR, FEAR, FEAR, worry, motivation, love, compassion, and Radical Emotional Acceptance. Skip Goddard: I graduated from Boise State in 2003 with a B.S., in Psychology. After working in the field as a community-based rehabilitative worker for a number of years, I was accepted at Naropa University in 2006 and graduated with an M.A. in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology in 2009. While there, I started working with Trauma as a focus as a graduate intern with the Boulder Vet Center. Upon returning to Boise in 2009, I returned to work as a community-based worker where I worked in the community with people suffering from severe and persistent mental health conditions. I would eventually attain my LPC in 2010. I would continue working with the same population for eight years. During this time, I also dabbled in substance abuse treatment, running groups and I also worked as a Hospice Spiritual Care provider. I also gained clinical experience in working with a local ketamine clinic around the time that ketamine was first being used as a psychiatric option for mental health conditions. I would eventually be hired as the director of the Western Idaho Community Crisis Center, where I would assist them to develop the center, treating acute mental health and substance use crises. I stayed with the Center through their opening as well as through the 2020 pandemic. Eventually, I was happy to again cross paths with you starting in early 2021. Hobbies include snowboarding, hiking, arts, consciousness, and cultivating cacti. We hope you enjoyed this episode! If you haven't already, check out the rest of the Give a F*ck Podcast on YouTube and all major streaming platforms. Order a copy of Give A F*ck Actually if you want to learn more about radical emotional acceptance. Order on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3kMI7HW Or get a free copy at https://giveafuckactuallybook.com/ Order from our Website: https://radicalemotionalacceptance.com and check out the merch store!

    Episode 17: Skip Goddard

  7. 05/18/2023

    Episode 16 : Wendy Myers

    Today Wendy talks about being a health nut, emotional trauma, body scan, nest health, bulimia, emotional detox program, energy field, heart math, biofield tuning with sound, 5 negative emotions: self-hate, worthlessness, self-deprivation, survival fear, and powerlessness.   Bio: Dr. Wendy Myers is a Naturopathic doctor and founder of Myersdetox.com. She is a heavy metal detox and bioenergetics expert, as well as the #1 bestselling author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue. Wendy is the host of a top 100-rated podcast, the Myers Detox Podcast, about protecting your health with detoxification.   We hope you enjoyed this episode! If you haven't already, check out the rest of the Give a F*ck Podcast on YouTube and all major streaming platforms. Order a copy of Give A F*ck Actually if you want to learn more about radical emotional acceptance. Order on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3kMI7HW Or get a free copy at https://giveafuckactuallybook.com/ Order from our Website: https://radicalemotionalacceptance.com and check out the merch store!

    Episode 16 : Wendy Myers

  8. 05/07/2023

    Episode 15: Kerry Davis

    Kerry talks about Sports Psychology, Olympic Weight Lifting, Injuries, MRIs, Deflation, Frustration, Fear, Anger, Sadness, Disappointment, Embarrassment, The Quest for Confidence, Performance Anxiety, Expectations, Yoga, "feeling my feels," Letting go, Non-Attachment, Santosha - accepting all of self; Self knowledge, Self Trust. Kerry Davis is a lifelong athlete, a Mental Performance Coach, and a Yoga Teacher. She was a Division I college gymnast, a martial artist, and is a current masters athlete in the sport of Weightlifting. Kerry loves helping athletes perform at their best and feel good doing it. She believes in the power of mindfulness, self-compassion, and gratitude in managing the pressure and stress of being an athlete. Kerry earned a Master of Science in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Exercise and Sport Psychology and is a 200 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher. She is working towards a second graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is pursuing the Certified Mental Performance Consultant credential through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology. We hope you enjoyed this episode! If you haven't already, check out the rest of the Give a F*ck Podcast on YouTube and all major streaming platforms. Order a copy of Give A F*ck Actually if you want to learn more about radical emotional acceptance. Order on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3kMI7HW Or get a free copy at https://giveafuckactuallybook.com/ Order from our Website: https://radicalemotionalacceptance.com and check out the merch store!

    Episode 15: Kerry Davis
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Alex Wills, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist. He is a graduate of the Sackler School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship training in Hawaii with additional training from Columbia University. He is the owner of Perma Mental Health, a private psychiatric practice with offices across Idaho. Alex’s clinical days are spent using the Radical Emotional Acceptance method to help patients heal from issues ranging from past traumas to interpersonal struggles in their marriages. Give a F*CK, Actually is based on that experience. Visit Dr.Wills website at www.radicalemotionalacceptance.com or connect with Dr.Wills on LinkedIn and Facebook.

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