12 Nov 2009
Why We Worry
Worrying can be productive or destructive. Armand discusses ways to use worrying rather than it being distracting to us.
Located on 57th Street, The Positive Mind Center delivers comprehensive mental health counseling and psychotherapy. Founded by Armand DiMele over 40 years ago.
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12 Nov 2009
Worrying can be productive or destructive. Armand discusses ways to use worrying rather than it being distracting to us.
13 Oct 2009
There are many factors that contribute to one's mood. Armand explores both internal and external influences that can help us manage our sense of well being.
08 Oct 2009
People's attitudes toward money are complex. Armand explores ways in which we make decisions about money, spending, saving or having a lack of money.
07 Oct 2009
Armand and Dr. Sherry Siegel speak with guest, Molly Carmel, MSW about a parent's role in protecting a child from obesity. Ms. Carmel discusses behavioral, societal, and physiological factors in obesity.
06 Oct 2009
We are all affected by weather conditions. There are many factors of weather that we can take into consideration that influence our sense of well being.
01 Oct 2009
The Moth is a non-profit organization that facilitates the art of storytelling. Armand discusses aspects of the Moth with Director, Lea Thau.
30 Sep 2009
So many of our body and brain systems have their own rhythms. The rhythms of our heart and brain are governed by internal and external forces like daylight.
29 Sep 2009
Making a valuable offer can help negotiate changes in a romantic relationship.
23 Sep 2009
Armand and Dr. Sherry Siegel discuss the purpose of manners in the role of social interaction. The "polite lie" and cultural differences in manners are explored. The audience was asked what rule of etiquette they would enforce and how manners are changing.
22 Sep 2009
Armand discusses the concept of control in regard to over controlling your life to the point of panic attacks or perfectionism. Also touched upon the idea of trying to lose control through drugs, alcohol, etc.
17 Sep 2009
Our attitude can have a significant influence on how we feel about getting older.
16 Sep 2009
Armand and Dr. Sherry Siegel interview licensed massage therapist, Faith Schwartz, on benefits and challenges of medical touch. Controversies on the boundaries between sexual massage and medical massage are discussed.
15 Sep 2009
There is a struggle between the need for consistency and the need for change in all relationships.
10 Sep 2009
When a child becomes a caregiver to an ill parent it can have many consequences later on in adult life.
09 Sep 2009
David and Rhonda Travland have written "The Tough and Tender Caregiver", a book that offers advice on ways to avoid spousal caregiver burnout.
Listening to The Positive Mind opens the door to the workings of your mind & why you do the things you do. True, there's no "free pass" to peace of mind but this show helps to put you on the path." - Cricket
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Programs about passive-agressive, bipolar disorder and other anger related conditions
Programs about fragile emotions
Armand discusses living with depression
Programs pertaining to Stress, Tension and Anxiety
Armand looks at the lighter side of psychology
A collection of radio programs discussing various human behaviours and tendancies
A short series on addictions, compulsions and self destructive behaviors
Armand discusses his ground breaking theory on birth order
Various interviews of Armand and his special guests
A discussion about narcissism, dependency, grandiosity and depression
A totally new perspective on feelings of isolation and aloneness
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Established in 1978, The Foundation for Positive Psychology has a mission encourage people to learn about themselves, and improve their lives through positive thinking. Funds are used to cover production and delivery costs for "The Positive Mind", and to provide therapy to those who cannot afford it.
Original host of "The Positve Mind" for 35 years. His presence among the radio waves will always be remembered, as his reach as both a therapist and a host spread across the world. He was a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, a Certified Rehabilitation Specialist and a registered graduate education Supervisor.
Kevin is the co-host and producer of "The Positive Mind" on WBAI 99.5 FM in New York City. A native of Queens, NY Kevin was Armand's only student and close colleague for the last 3 years of his life. Kevin is happy to continue the legacy of Armand on the air for many, many years to come.
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Ben is a co-producer of "The Positive Mind". For his tenth birthday, he received a clock radio from a neighbor, beginning of a lifelong love of radio. After listening to the program for years, Ben became part of the team in 2014.
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Niseema is co-producer and featured guest on "The Positive Mind". She hopes to educate the listeners about the importance of the body mind connection.
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Linda is a featured guest who co-hosted the show with Armand and joins us to provide a clinical voice that adds the feminine perspective and expertise in trauma and PTSD.
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