The UnScripted Mind
Welcome to "The Unscripted Mind," where you get fresh perspectives, practical insights and tools you can use to give you more choices, increased awareness and better control of your feelings, reactions and behaviors.
Join your host Professional Counselor, Jim Cunningham, as he dives into the complex world of mental wellness. From anxiety and depression to resilience and recovery, "The Unscripted Mind" offers candid conversations and expert insights, encouraging listeners to confront their own journeys while gaining tools and perspectives that promote healing and understanding—one unscripted conversation at a time.
Join your host Professional Counselor, Jim Cunningham, as he dives into the complex world of mental wellness. From anxiety and depression to resilience and recovery, "The Unscripted Mind" offers candid conversations and expert insights, encouraging listeners to confront their own journeys while gaining tools and perspectives that promote healing and understanding—one unscripted conversation at a time.
Episodes
17 episodes
Six ways to make therapy work for you
Unlock the transformative power of therapy as we guide you through overcoming the common barriers that often hinder progress. How can embracing discomfort and vulnerability lead to personal growth? Join host Jim Cunningham in exploring therapy ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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14:45
The Myth of Balance
Is the quest for work-life balance leading you astray? Join licensed professional counselor Jim Cunningham as he challenges the conventional wisdom that balance is the ultimate goal. Discover why the pursuit of perfect equilibrium may be settin...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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9:56
Toxic Relationships Part 2: Mastering the Chaos
Are you tired of being trapped in toxic relationships and enduring their emotional toll? Discover the secrets to reclaiming your mental health and confidence as we explore the underlying personality disorders often at play. From the pervasive p...
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26:52
From Charm to Harm: Can you spot a toxic relationship?
Could your closest relationships be secretly undermining your well-being? Uncover the subtle signs of toxic relationships and learn how to protect yourself emotionally and mentally in our latest episode of The Unscripted Mind. We take a deep di...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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19:31
Brilliance & Burden: The Duality of a Gifted Mind
Ever wondered what it really means to be labeled as gifted? On this episode of "The Unscripted Mind," we guarantee you'll gain a deeper understanding of the myths and realities behind giftedness. From exceptional talents in areas like art and math...
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24:25
What Are Your Kids Really Learning from You? Overcoming our weaknesses to connect with our kids
What shapes our children more—our strengths or our weaknesses? Join us on Unscripted Mind as we unravel the complex interplay between parenting and personal growth. Hosted by Jim Cunningham, a seasoned licensed professional counselor, this epis...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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26:06
Trance Formations: The Art of Hypnotherapy
What if you could reprogram your subconscious to alleviate anxiety and achieve your personal goals? Join us on "The Unscripted Mind" as Phyllis McComb, a licensed professional counselor and certified trauma-informed care practitioner, shares her t...
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1:01:23
The Art of the Grind: Reveling in the Routine
Ever felt like you're running on a hamster wheel, chasing success but never quite catching it? On this episode of the Unscripted Mind, we uncover a transformative approach to success that defies society's traditional benchmarks. Jim Cunningham, a ...
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13:55
Grief into Growth: Embracing Lessons of Loss
How do you rebuild your life after an unimaginable loss? Join us for a deeply moving episode of the Unscripted Mind Podcast, where we sit down with Monica Mead, a licensed professional counselor whose journey into grief counseling was tragicall...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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39:37
How to feel awful: Proven strategies to destroy your mental heath
Join me for a satirical yet impactful exploration of methods guaranteed to maximize your misery. From skipping exercise and endlessly scrolling through social media to the pitfall of comparing yourself to others, we cover all the surefire ways ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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25:45
Decoding Anger: Creating Calm and Control from Chaos
Ever wondered why anger seems to be skyrocketing in today’s world? On this episode of the Unscripted Mind, host Jim Cunningham, a licensed professional counselor, promises to unravel the intricate web of triggers that fuel our modern-day rage. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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21:29
The Echo of Our Words: Shaping Lives through Speech and Appreciation
Have you ever considered the lasting echo your words might leave in someone's life? Join me, Jim Cunningham, on the Unscripted Mind as we unravel the enigmatic power that our everyday language holds over personal connections, self-perception, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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15:01
Embracing Empathy: Gifts and Trials of Being an Empath
Ever felt like you're a lightning rod for emotions, absorbing the moods of those around you? I'm Jim Cunningham, your guide through the Unscripted Mind podcast, and in this heartfelt episode, we unravel the bittersweet existence of empaths. Wit...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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13:39
The Profound Power of Pause: Reclaiming Stillness in a Digital World
Are we losing the battle against the relentless buzz of the modern world? Find out as I, Jim Cunningham, delve into the transformative power of stillness on mental wellness. In this engaging episode of Unscripted Mind, we rekindle the age-old w...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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12:36
The Power of Caring Less: Shedding the Weight of External Validation
Ever felt crushed under the weight of what everyone else thinks? I've discovered that shedding the burden of external opinions can be liberating in ways you never imagined. Join me on Unscripted Mind as we unpack our emotional backpacks, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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13:39
Transformative Conversations: The Road to Meaningful Relationships
Ever feel like you're speaking, but no one's truly listening? You're not alone. I'm Jim Cunningham, and on the latest Unscripted Mind podcast, we're unpacking the art of listening—a cornerstone of connection so often neglected that its absence ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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15:36
The Anxiety of Uncertainty: Six Strategies for Embracing the Unknown
Have you ever been held captive by the 'what ifs' that haunt every corner of your thoughts? Join me, Jim Cunningham, on the Unscripted Mind podcast for a conversation that could very well be the key to unlocking your peace of mind. We're tackli...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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14:50
