Overcoming the pain of disconnection

Two weeks ago my best friend of 17 years permanently removed me and over 70 other people from their life. There was no warning. There were neither signs nor conflicts leading up to this. There wasn’t an opportunity for a discussion, an agreement, or closure.

Sometimes loss has no rational explanation. Sometimes an end of a friendship, relationship, job or career, can feel like a part of us died. Jim Butcher, the author of the best-selling Dresden Files, describes a scenario in which his main protagonist, Harry Dresden, a wizard/private investigator discusses heartbreak as if someone’s soul is being ripped apart with a barbed wire on the inside.  Continue reading Overcoming the pain of disconnection

Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 17: Psychology of Lord of The Rings

ST Podcast Ep. 17: Lord of the Rings

J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic tale, Lord of The Rings is a timeless masterpiece. The story is rich with psychological metaphor and cleverly examines the enduring strength of the human spirit. Join Dr. Scarlet, Dustin, and special guest, Dr. Michael Mallen as they unravel the psychologies within Lord of The Rings.

Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 16: Psychology of Brooklyn 99

ST Podcast Ep. 16: Brooklyn 99

Brooklyn 99 is a progressive T.V. show that humbly celebrates diversity and inclusion.  Join Dustin and Dr. Scarlet as they explore the Psychology of this glorious show and the importance of social acceptance.

Defining Your Origin Story

When Bruce Wayne’s parents are murdered in a dark alley, his life is forever changed by this tragedy. Bruce spends many years of his life and many of his resources to become Batman, the hero of Gotham City, to ensure that no one suffers the same fate he does. Similarly, when T’Challa witnesses the death of his father in Vienna, he elects to fight for his right to become the Black Panther, in order to protect the people of Wakanda from travesty and invasion.

Although these stories are fictional, they demonstrate how we may be able to use our origin stories to develop a narrative to become our version of a Superhero in real life (IRL).

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Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep. 15: Psychology of Cult TV Panel from SDCC 2018

ST Podcast Ep. 16: Psychology of Cult TV Panel SDCC 2018

Special Episode of the Superhero Therapy Podcast.  Our audio coverage of Dr. Scarlet’s Psychology of Cult TV pane from SDCC 2018.

Description:

A team of actors, TV writers, and psychologists discuss the psychology of your favorite TV shows, such as Supernatural, Star Wars Rebels, The Punisher, Jessica Jones, Doctor Who,and many others. Psychologists Dr. Janina Scarlet (Superhero Therapy, Harry Potter Therapy, Dark Agents) and Dr. Travis Langley (Batman: A Dark & Stormy Knight, Supernatural Psychology), actors Ruth Connell (Supernatural) and Rachel Miner (Supernatural), TV writers Christine Boylan (The Punisher, Once Upon a Time, Cloak & Dagger), Greg Weisman (Gargoyles, Young Justice), and Deric Hughes (Arrow, Flash, Beauty and the Beast) discuss your favorite TV shows. Dr. Billy San Juan (Doctor Who Psychology, California Screamin’) moderates.

San Diego Comic Con Schedule & Appearances

July 18 – 22, 2018: San Diego Comic Con Schedule

Wednesday July 18, 2018: PsychGeeks Book Signing and Panel Barnes and Nobles Grossmont Center Mall (5500 Grossmont Ctr Dr Suite 331) 7-8 p.m.

Thursday July 19, 2018: Psychology of Cult TV Shows Room 25ABC 8:00 p.m.

Friday July 20, 2018: Psychology of Harry Potter & Fantastic Beasts Grand 9, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina 4:00 p.m.

Friday July 20, 2018: Book Signing  for Mysterious Galaxy Booth 1119, 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.

Saturday July 21, 2018: The Most Dangerous Women at Comic Con Grand 1 & 2, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina10:00 a.m.

Sunday July 22, 2018: Superhero IRL! Join the Real-Life Justice League Room 25ABC 1:00 p.m.

 

 

Becoming Incredible in the Face of Evil

The world in which children are ripped apart from their parents for running away from war and torture, a world in which the US pulls out of the UN Human Rights Council, a world in which children are being put into concentration camps and workers aren’t allowed to comfort them needs Superheroes now more than ever.

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Superhero Therapy Podcast Ep.14: Psychology of Supernatural

ST Podcast Ep. 14: Supernatural

Along with discussing the psychology of the CW series SUPERNATURAL, Dr. Scarlet and Dustin talk with Rachel Miner (Meg Masters) about her experience on the show.

How Harry Potter Fandom Changed My Life

The accident happened 15 years ago. I injured my knee during a rehearsal for a dance competition and after months of physical therapy my doctor told me that I would never run or dance again.

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