WIT & REASON WITH DR. ALEXIS MORENODr. Alexis interviews Phillip Bazemore, Judge Carlos Moore, and Charles Tucker, authors of The Five Brothers, all about the benefits of creating and maintaining meaningful adult friendships. More so, they dive into how to break through toxic masculinity and the stereotypes that hold back men’s ability to express and receive love.Resources from the ShowStories from first-generation doctors, attorneys, and judges persevering through adversity including single parenthood, poverty, police brutality, and more (The Five Brothers) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wit and Reason with Dr. Alexis Moreno

Brothers by Bond

Psychologist, Dr. Alexis from Wit & Reason, shares mental health recommendations amid COVID-19:As human beings we all need human connection. Meaning active communication with others. Living alone during this pandemic can be exceptionally difficult. So make some extra efforts to fill your social calendar. Have a virtual dinner date. Schedule time to eat and commiserate while on a video call with a friend. Meet for some social distanced exercise. Walk, run or bike ride 6 ft apart. Even with some space, they will still be able to hear about your day. Arrange a movie night. Grab the popcorn and a delicious drink. You and your friend are hitting play at the same time and sharing this experience over a phone or video call. Whatever creative way you find to connect make it a daily priority. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

COVID-19 Mental Health: Living Alone

We're all doing our part to flatten the curve and decrease the spread of COVID-19 by staying at home. But sheltering in place and practicing social distance does not at all mean you need to be disconnected. Mental health therapists and health coaches are here for you via video sessions. Wit & Reason, a mental health practice based in Washington, DC has provided telehealth services since it's establishment. This approach was motivated by Wit & Reason's founder, Dr. Alexis Moreno, who has dedicated her career as a psychologist to making quality mental health accessible.Dr. Alexis and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Alex Honigman, partner up to tackle our current problems and limitations to mental health treatment access. Dr. Alexis and Alex breakdown two solutions to treatment access issues: 1. Divide and Conquer - Offer different levels of care in order to decrease the strain on our clinicians. 2. Go Virtual - Increase use of Telehealth services! Dr. Alexis and Alex also explain the logistics around telehealth services for new clients, things to consider when exploring telehealth as an option, and what you can do today to get started! For information regarding your data privacy, visit Acast.com/privacy

Telehealth & Access

Dr. Alexis meets with Dr. Mark Libow, a retired cardiologist, who after years of practice in the medical field, has decided to take on studying, teaching, and practicing Qigong meditation. Listen in as Dr. Libow describes his first encounter with a Qigong Master, the unprompted diagnosis he received, and the life changing impact Qigong meditation has played in his life."Qigong is a holistic system of coordinated body postures and movements, breathing, and meditation used for the purpose of health and spirituality, has its roots in ancient Chinese culture dating back more than 4000 years.""Ren Xue combines eastern and western traditions and thought.Ren Xue's promise is the possibility of living a calm, relaxed, and natural state, in harmony with yourself, with those around you, and with the world." For information regarding your data privacy, visit Acast.com/privacy

Meditation and Health

We see #selfcare thrown around a lot but what does self-care actually mean and what does it have to do with our self-love, wellness, and health? Dr. Alexis breaks it down for you along with tips from people actively engaging in their self-care at the Fitness & Wellness Festival in Arlington, VA. Get some self-care and wellness inspiration from this special Wit & Reason episode! For information regarding your data privacy, visit Acast.com/privacy

Self-Care & Wellness

We are in what some experts are calling an infodemic – as confirmed cases of coronavirus continue to grow so does misinformation. On today’s show Dr. Alexis partners up with licensed clinical social worker, Alex Honigman to address our fears and anxieties around coronavirus.Dr. Alexis shares how to maintain informed about COVID-19 while also managing your stress levels. Dr. Alexis & Alex breakdown CDC prevention recommendations and give you tips on how to incorporate these healthy behaviors in your daily life. Fears and anxieties don’t bring out the best in us. Dr. Alexis and Alex also address coronavirus on a social and psychological level. Listen in to get the mental health perspective of this global concern and refer to CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and WHO (World Health Organization) for COVID-19 updates.

Easing Coronavirus Anxiety

Do you have youth in your life ages 5 - 18? Want to make sure they have healthy adult supervision and keep them busy after school? Well, we have a program for you! We have President and CEO, Gabrielle Webster, an African American executive leading the charge to serve over 20,000 youth in the Greater Washington region on our show during Black History month and in support of our ongoing mission to support diverse community programs. Asha, a teen club Member & Youth Ambassador, is also on our show with Dr. Alexis giving us the inside scoop of what it's like to be a member of the Boys and Girls Clubs. Listen in and get inspired by our two incredible BGCGW guests! This is exactly the type of community news we need in our lives right now.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington

We are going deep on the show today - Save this show for later if you are currently operating heavy machinery. This is a crucial one. A topic that every single one of us relate to on an intense and profound level. We’re diving into loss. Why do we grieve and how do we get through it? This is not an easy topic but it is one that we all experience. Currently, Angelenos are grieving over the sudden death of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Vanessa. Others are experiencing loss on an even closer and more intimate level. So, let’s talk about death, loss, grieving, and healing.

Loss and Healing

How in the world do we manage to have HEALTHY conflicts in our relationships? Dr. Alexis Moreno and Dr. Rebekah Montgomery talk all about talking - specifically, how to talk with others about the tough, emotionally charged topics. Listen in as Dr. Alexis and Dr. M breakdown what it means to "fight fair," essentials for healthy conflicts, and useful tips for maintaining a relationship while talking about the tough stuff.

Healthy Conflicts

The loss of Kobe and his daughter has been a shocking reminder thatWe’re not invincible All of us are fragile Our life is temporary and valuable And these reminders aren’t motivators to stay locked indoors. No, that’s not what Kobe and his family represented to us. We are reminded to live courageously, to love and show our family that we care deeply for them, to resiliently return and rebuild our life and relationships if/when they face battles.We have followed along Kobe’s life since he was a teen. We were there when he succeeded, when he was challenged, and when he experienced his last moments. Now there is an absence and all we’re left with is mourning. As we process our loss, I hope the meaning we retain aligns with cherishing our loved ones and living everyday of our life.

The Loss

Moreno siblings assemble!! Dr. Alexis Moreno and Lalo Moreno, MA, Professor of Queer Leadership Development & Co-Founder of Expanding Identities Development, get together to talk all about gender and sexual orientations. Listen in as the Moreno siblings review every LGBTQ letter, best practices, and how to navigate today's evolving social norms.

LGBTQ 101

We know our best life becomes reality when we continuously make decisions that align with our health, wellness and values. So, Dr. Alexis partners up with Jessica De Jesus, Creative Director at Bitch Media to talk about how we can all create a special career path for ourselves that both pays the bills and supports our personal mission. Jessica shares her journey to discovering mission-based work in the art industry, all of the challenges along the way, and the active roles she takes to lift others up now that she has a platform.Dr. Alexis & Jessica talk about the steps everyone can take to honor their values in their professional life, both in their organization and through their work. Listen in and learn more about how you can create a more meaningful career.

Work & Values

If you’re between the ages of 55 -73 or you know someone who is, this show will apply to you! We’re talking about the Baby Boomer generation - one of the largest generations in American history and possibly one of the most important right now when it comes to senior living.Wendy Meyeroff, President, Health/Science Reporter, Ghostwriter, Marketing Consultant, and Host of the upcoming podcast, Baby Boomers & Beyond joins us on the show! Dr. Alexis and Wendy talk all about the 55+ something people in our lives and what we can do to show them some love.Who are the Baby Boomers, how do they differ from Millennials and younger generations, and how are we doing as a society in preserving Baby Boomers’ legacy? Listen in as Dr. Alexis & Wendy fill you in on everything Baby Boomers.

Boomers & Wellbeing

Dr. Alexis partners up with Natasha Colin, co-founder of Expanding Identities Development to help us chat about PRIDE!Listen in to some Capital Pride Concert attendees and find out which performer everyone was thrilled to see. Also get access to a very special backstage 1 on 1 interview with Shea Diamond as she shares the message she wants to instill in our youth, tips for mental health professionals on how to support the trans community, & how she manages her role as an activist & performer.Coming out (at whatever age) can be incredibly intimidating and freighting for so many people. Singer Calum Scott shares his experience with the Pride Concert crowd - an experience that inspired his song, “No Matter What.” Natasha and Dr. Alexis go into more detail about how you can support someone who opens up to you during their coming out process.ResourcesNatasha Colin, MA, Co-Founder of Expanding Identities (LGBTQ Consulting & Training Services)Read more about the Capital Pride Concert & Headliners (The Complete Guide to 2019 Pride In The Nation's Capital)Learn more about Shea DiamondGet Help, Learn More, & Support (The TREVOR Project)Join GLAAD and take action for acceptance (GLAAD)Teens helping Teens (Teenline)

Special Backstage Episode: Pride & Activism

People are getting the hint, talking to a mental health professional, going to therapy, can be incredibly useful! Therapy can be a positive force in anyone’s life (just like going to a medical doctor, dentist, or hey, even meeting with a teacher to expand your knowledge – we meet with our therapist to expand our mind)!But now as people are more open to therapy, you all have some more specific questions that needs answering. What are we supposed to do in therapy? Do I have to take medication? How long does it take for psychotherapy to work? How frequently do I have to go?In this special "What's Therapy?!" show, Dr. Alexis partners up with licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist, and spouse, Alex Honigman, to answer all of these questions about therapy. Dr. Alexis & Alex also give you specific tips to find the right therapist for you, what to expect and what should not be happening!

What's Therapy?!

Wit and Reason is a radio talk show hosted by psychologist Dr. Alexis Moreno and a variety of guest mental health professionals who provide smart and practical explanations for human behavior. The show will include Dr. Moreno interviewing diverse mental health experts regarding their specialities in various biological, psychological, and sociological/social issue topics. Following the episode’s guest interview, Dr. Alexis and the expert guest will respond to live or pre-recorded community members’ mental health, wellness, and relationship questions. Dr. Alexis and Guest will conclude each show by informing listeners about relevant health resources and health and wellness events!

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Wit and Reason with Dr. Alexis Moreno

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