Emotional Health

"The Gardener” marks Day’s feature directorial debut, thirty-years in the making

 
Dabney Day, a first-time feature filmmaker, writer, and producer who made their directorial debut with the independent drama The Gardener joins eHealth Radio and the Emotional Health & Health News Channels. Dabney developed the film as a deeply personal story about listening to one’s inner voice and finding light in life’s most difficult moments.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dabney Day discuss the following:
Your film The Gardener touches on themes of personal growth and emotional renewal. As a first-time director, what inspired you to explore healing—both spiritual and emotional—through this story?
Gardening is often used as a metaphor for transformation and care. In the film, how does the act of tending to a garden reflect the process of tending to our inner lives and emotional well-being?
Many people today are searching for ways to reconnect with themselves. What do you hope audiences take away from The Gardener in terms of healing, forgiveness, or finding peace during difficult times?
The film deals with characters navigating loss, change, and self-discovery. From your perspective as a storyteller, how can film serve as a tool for emotional or even spiritual healing for viewers?
As the film prepares for its release, conversations around mindfulness and holistic health are more prevalent than ever. Do you see The Gardener as part of that broader cultural shift toward slowing down, reconnecting with nature, and nurturing the soul?
Filmmaker Dabney Day | Writer, Producer, Director
Dabney Day is the writer, producer and director of “The Gardener”, bringing together decades of creative vision, hands-on filmmaking experience, and strategic insight from a distinguished career in entertainment marketing. A pioneer in film and television product placement, Day’s work has always lived at the intersection of story, audience, and meaning.
Mentored by Academy Award–winning cinematographer John Alonzo (Raging Bull, Norma Rae) and shaped by immersive on-set experience alongside director Joel Schumacher on “A Time to Kill,” Day developed a director’s eye rooted in precision, patience, and emotional truth. Known for her meticulous preparation and intuitive leadership, she brings to “The Gardener,” a long-held vision—one that gently explores love, loss, and the grace of letting go.
Website: https://www.thegardenermovie.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardenermovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegardenermovieYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGardenerMovieTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegardenerfilm
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Improving The Mother-Daughter Relationship

 
Leslie Glass, Bestselling author and Co-founder of Reachoutrecovery.com who is also co-author of the Mother-Daughter Relationship Makeover Books joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Relationship Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Leslie Glass discuss the following:
Why is the mother-daughter relationship so fraught?
What are the biggest issues mothers and daughters fight about?
How do you stop this chronic conflict between moms and daughters?
How can moms be more supportive and listen better to their daughters?
How does your four-step process help with healing and reconciliation?
Leslie Glass, with her daughter Lindsey, is editor of the popular online recovery and wellness magazine Reach Out Recovery. Together they produced the 2016 ASAM media award winning documentary, The Secret World of Recovery and the WEDU/PBS special The Silent Majority.
Leslie Glass is a journalist and the author of twelve novels including nine USA Today and New York Times bestselling suspense novels featuring NYPD Det. Sgt. April Woo. She is the author of The Teen Guide to Health, and recovery workbooks Find Your True Colors in 12 Steps and the children's coloring book, The 8 C's that Help Me Be All Right.
Leslie has worked in advertising, publishing, and magazines and has served as a public member of the Middle States Commission of Higher Education, a trustee of The New York Police Foundation, Vice President of the Asolo Repertory Theatre. She is a member of Rotary International and a recovery, teen mental health, and family wellness advocate. She lives in Sarasota, Florida.
Website: https://reachoutrecovery.com
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reachoutrecovery  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReachoutRecovery 
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Therapist Shares Affordable Home Transformation Tips That Support Well-Being and Mental Health

 
Author, Mental Health Therapist and Attorney, Annie Guest whose first book, Design for Your MIND takes us step-by-step through the renovation that jumpstarted her creativity, refreshed her life, and allowed her to mourn her parents joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Mental Health Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Annie Guest discuss the following:
What are some of the specific design choices you made that helped you recharge your life?
You say you redesigned your house without breaking the bank. Do you have a few tips for budget-friendly design choices?
How did you come up with the idea that redesigning your space would help you process your grief?
What advice would you give to people who are facing family caregiver challenges now?
If we want to age in place, what are some of the changes we can make to our homes now?
What would you like readers to take away from your book?
ANNIE GUEST had a varied career in book publishing, advertising, and law, before she took another jump to work as a mental health therapist and publish her first book. In Design for Your Mind, Annie combines her passion for people and their potential with her love for interior design and her appreciation for the design choices that support mental health. For more information, visit Design for Your Mind.
Website: https://www.annieguestdesignforyourmind.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annieguestdesign
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Actually, You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks – Living Fully as You Age

 
Dr. Susanne T. Eden who spent her career providing leadership to educators across Canada as a teacher, author, consultant and staff developer joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel. She shares her personal story of healing and personal transformation in her book, Healing From the Inside: Living Fully as You Age, inspiring others to approach the gift of aging with optimism and purpose.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Susanne T. Eden discuss the following:
Why did you write this book?
How would you describe the central message in a few words?
How is it possible to live fully amid the challenges of health and loss that come with aging?
Does holistic healing replace conventional medical practice? Explain.
Many people fear aging — how can we begin to see it as an opportunity instead?
How are emotional and physical healing connected in your experience?
What everyday practices do you suggest to help people feel more alive and balanced as they age?
Among the practices that you recommend is something called the Transformational Journal, would you talk about what this is and how it helps to live more fully.
Dr. Susanne T. Eden spent her career providing leadership to educators across Canada as a teacher, author, consultant and staff developer. Among her achievements, she is a past President of the Canadian Association for Young Children and past Chair of the Board of Governors, Seneca College, Toronto Ontario. Now 87, she shares her personal story of healing and personal transformation in her book, Healing From the Inside: Living Fully as You Age (Sept 13, 2025), inspiring others to approach the gift of aging with optimism and purpose.
Website: https://susanneeden.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanne.eden.3348
The beliefs, views, ideas, thoughts and opinions expressed on any program are those of the persons appearing on the program and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the eHealth Radio Network.
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The emotional landscape of cosmetic surgery with Dr. Anureet Bajaj

 
Dr. Anureet Bajaj, a nationally recognized and board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, OK again joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel. Listen in as Dr. Bajaj sheds light on the emotional landscape of cosmetic surgery, offering insight into preparing for mental hurdles, setting realistic expectations, and understanding how patients adapt as their results take shape.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Anureet Bajaj discuss the following:
What are the most significant emotional hurdles patients need to prepare for before their surgery?
What specific advice do you give patients about communicating their recovery needs to their loved ones?
What is the biggest misconception patients hold about how surgery will impact their internal emotional state or solve underlying body image issues?
What are the most common emotional shifts patients experience when their results settle, and how do they describe their new identity?
What are signs during the consultation or recovery process that indicate a patient should seek support from a mental health professional, in addition to their surgical team?
Dr. Anureet Bajaj is a board-certified, nationally recognized plastic surgeon based in Oklahoma City at Bajaj Plastic Surgery. Listen to today’s episode as Dr. Bajaj discusses the often-overlooked emotional journey that surrounds cosmetic surgery—from preparing for the psychological hurdles before a procedure, navigating identity shifts as results settle, and her expert guidance on fostering healthy communication, setting realistic expectations, and recognizing when additional mental health support may be needed. Schedule your consultation in Oklahoma City today!
Website: https://www.bajajplasticsurgery.com
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bajajplasticsurgery  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bajajplasticsurgeryDrAnuFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BajajPlasticSurgery 
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Shedding Trauma, Pain and Shame: How an Orthodox Daughter Became a Beloved Yoga Therapist

 
Rachel Krentzman who is a practicing yoga and physical therapist and certified Hakomi psychotherapist and the author of her new book is As Is: A Memoir on Healing the Past Through Yoga joins eHealth Radio and the Emotional Health & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Rachel Krentzman discuss the following
Your book opens with the arrest of your father—a deeply traumatic event. What made you decide that now was the time to tell this story?
You write that deep, binding beliefs are held in the littlest stories of our lives.
Can you share an example from your own journey where a small moment revealed a much deeper truth? • Yoga plays a major role in your healing process. How did your physical practice evolve into a tool for emotional and spiritual transformation?
You grew up in a strict Orthodox Jewish community and eventually walked away from it. What were the pivotal moments that led you to leave, and how did that affect your identity?
The book is called As Is—a powerful title. Why did you choose it, and what does it mean to you now after writing the memoir?
What do you hope readers—especially women navigating their own healing—take away from your story? 
Rachel Krentzman PT, C-IAYT, MBA is a practicing yoga and physical therapist and certified Hakomi psychotherapist. Born in Montreal to an Orthodox Jewish family, she experienced the trauma of her rabbi father's arrest, shed her strict upbringing, and found herself. She specializes in personal healing through somatic, body-centered psychotherapy and yoga therapy.
Afflicted with scoliosis and damaged discs, she created a powerful therapy that helps hundreds of students and patients around the world. She now lives with her husband, son and two dogs in Israel. Her numerous books on yoga include Scoliosis, Yoga Therapy and the Art of Letting Go (2016). Her new book is As Is: A Memoir on Healing the Past Through Yoga.
Website: https://happybackyoga.com | https://www.rachelkrentzman.com
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelkrentzman Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.krentzman Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-krentzman 
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Finding comfort and connection by recognizing meaningful signs in everyday life

 
Ann Bolinger-McQuade an award-winning author of Everyday Oracles joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health and Emotional Health Channels. She helps people find comfort and connection by recognizing meaningful signs in everyday life.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Ann Bolinger-McQuade discuss the following:
What is something that has helped you most when grief shows up unexpectedly?


For people who feel heavy with loss, what is one small thing they could do today to feel less alone?


Sometimes friends do not know what to say. What is the most comforting thing someone ever said or did for you during a hard time?
Grief often resurfaces at surprising times. How can people handle those waves when they come out of nowhere?


Many people try to stay strong for others. What would you say to someone who is afraid to let their feelings show?


How does sharing stories help people feel seen in their own grief?
About Ann Bolinger-McQuade
Ann Bolinger-McQuade is the award-winning author of Everyday Oracles, a profound exploration of the interconnectedness of the physical world and spirituality. Rooted in her Native American heritage, her work illuminates the divine messages that surround us and guides readers to recognize their own unique connection to the universe. Through workshops and personal experiences, Bolinger-McQuade empowers individuals to trust their intuition and discover the wisdom within.
Website: https://everydayextradimensions.com
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydaypersonaloraclesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOracles
The beliefs, views, ideas, thoughts and opinions expressed on any program are those of the persons appearing on the program and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the eHealth Radio Network.
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Advocate for Scientific Innovation, and Driving Force in the Fight to End Addiction

 
Nancy Davis, Founder of Cure Addiction Now, a groundbreaking organization dedicated to accelerating scientific research and innovative treatments to end addiction and save lives joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Nancy Davis discuss the following:
Cure Addiction Now focuses on accelerating scientific research to end addiction. Can you share how your organization identifies and supports the most promising research—and how that model might inspire other health-focused initiatives?
Collaboration is at the heart of CAN’s mission. What have you learned about bringing together researchers, institutions, and advocates—and what can healthcare leaders take away about building effective cross-sector partnerships?
You’ve transformed personal experience into a public mission. For those in health and wellness fields, what advice would you give on turning passion into lasting impact—without burning out?
CAN emphasizes translational science—moving discoveries from lab to patient more efficiently. What are some key barriers you've seen in that process, and how can other organizations help close that gap in their own areas of healthcare?
Fundraising in the health space can be challenging. What strategies have helped you gain support for Cure Addiction Now, and how can smaller nonprofits or startups apply similar principles to grow their own reach and funding?
Nancy Davis is the founder of Cure Addiction Now (CAN), a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding innovative, fast-moving scientific research aimed at ending addiction. Motivated by personal experience and a deep commitment to saving lives, Davis has built CAN into a collaborative platform uniting top researchers, institutions, and advocates in pursuit of transformative breakthroughs. Her work emphasizes high-impact, translational science—prioritizing treatments that move quickly from the lab to those who need them most. With a bold vision and relentless drive, Davis is reshaping how we understand, treat, and ultimately cure addiction.
Website: https://cureaddictionnow.org
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cureaddictionnow X: https://x.com/cureaddnoworg  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CUREADDICTIONOW  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cure-addiction-now 
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When Art Heals: A Digital Platform for Creative Mental Wellness

 
Dr. Marco Pinter, Founder and CEO of MindClay, a new wellness app featuring dance movements and creative writing and drawing joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Mental Health Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Marco Pinter discuss the following:
MindClay includes activities across movement, music, visual art, and writing. Could you describe a couple of these—maybe a favorite or surprising one—and how it supports emotional well-being?
Your background spans both interactive art installation— for museums and festivals --- and work in digital health. And you founded the Museum of Sensory & Movement Experiences, which had a 5-year run exploring embodiment and interactivity in the arts. How did your work in large-scale art installations inform the creation of MindClay?
We hear a lot about device time being a cause of anxiety, especially social media. How do you think about that relative to MindClay, since it is also on people's devices?
What is a mental wellness technique that you have personally found valuable, and did that influence any MindClay activity design?
Community seems to be an important aspect of mental health. Does MindClay integrate a sense of community in any ways?
Are you working with any particular groups with MindClay?
Dr. Marco Pinter is Founder and CEO of MindClay, a wellness app that utilizes dance movements and creative writing and drawing. He has a PhD in Media Arts & Technology from UCSB, and an M.S in Computer Science, also from UCSB. He has been in the digital health industry for over 20 years, and also is an interactive media artist, having exhibited around the world. He previously founded the Museum of Sensory & Movement Experiences in Santa Barbara. He is an inventor on over 100 patents in the areas of live video technology, robotics, interactivity and telepresence.
Website: https://mindclayhealth.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeCreativeFeelBetter  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindclay Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcopinter 
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Growing up with Schizoid Personality Disorder: A Raucous, Sensitive Memoir Tells All

 
Blair Sorrel, an author, innovator, and animal lover joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Mental Health Channels. Her memoir is A Schizoid at Smith: How Overparenting Leads to Underachieving.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Blair Sorrel discuss the following:
What is your book: A Schizoid at Smith: How Overparenting Leads to Underachieving about?
Can you talk about finally being diagnosed with Schizoid Personality Disorder (SPD) and how you felt once you received the diagnosis?
You write about the challenges of living with a mother who seems like she withheld affection, and a father that was hardly there. How did that dynamic have an impact on you as an adult?
You write about the incredible solace and comfort you found in popular music as you were growing up with SPD, and how certain songs really helped you find yourself. Can you talk more about that?
It seems as if SPD can be a hard condition to overcome — especially considering how withdrawn those who have it can become. How did you find your way to therapy?
What advice would you have for someone who suspects they may be living with SPD?
Blair Sorrel is an author, innovator, and animal lover. She was Free Time’s “Dollarwise Dilettante” columnist, Together Dating Service’s matchmaker, and New York Blood Services’ apheresis recruiter. She founded StreetZaps to protect dogs and people from stray voltage, and was the first community representative invited by Con Edison to their annual Jodie S. Lane Stray Voltage Detection, Mitigation, and Prevention National Conference. Her memoir is A Schizoid at Smith: How Overparenting Leads to Underachieving.
Website: https://rockingtributes.com
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