Podcast appearances and mentions of bowen theory

Dr. Kathleen Smith is a therapist, author and faculty member at the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family. In this episode, she shares how she got into Bowen Theory, as well as suggestions for how people can do their own family of origin work. Show Notes: Everything Isn't Terrible: Conquer Your Insecurities, Interrupt Your Anxiety, and Finally Calm Down True To You: A Therapist's Guide to Stop Pleasing Others and Start Being Yourself The Anxious Overachiever | Kathleen Smith | Substack Subscribe to my weekly ⁠Two for Tuesday⁠ email newsletter.

In this episode of the podcast, Marianne Moore explains the importance of understanding fear and anxiety within organisations. She explains how they got to be so fearful in the first place, what the symptoms of an anxious organisation are, and some practical ways that anxiety can manifest in organisations, such as through over-functioning and under-functioning.Marianne Moore is a management consultant with two decades of experience in strategy and organisational development. She has consulted for over a hundred different clients including governments, charities, and multilateral bodies such as UNICEF and the Council of Europe. Marianne began her career in leading public-sector consulting firms Capita Consulting and Tribal Consulting before establishing her own boutique consulting organization, Justice Studio, in 2011. Marianne has developed a style of consulting that emphasizes an appreciation and understanding of both emotional intelligence and skill-based methodologies.This episode will help you to understand the key concepts and recognises importance traits of anxiety in yourself and others so that you can begin to address them in your own life and through you work with your or a client's organisation. The Compassionate Consultancy Course including workshop on: Managing anxiety, trauma and conflict to be held on Thursday 25th April 2024 can be found here: https://justicestudio.org/compassionate-consultancy-trainingTo book an advisory session with Marianne follow this link:https://mariannemoorejs.as.me/schedule/6d76d711 References for this episode:Bowen, M & Kerr, M. 1988. Family Evaluation: An Approach Based on Bowen Theory. W.W Norton & Company: London.Keegan, S. M. 2015. The Psychology of fear in organizations: How to transform anxiety into well-being, productivity and innovation. London: Kogan Page Limited.Miller, J. A. 2008. The Anxious Organization. BTB Publications. Further Links for this episode:Justice Studio's website: www.justicestudio.orgFollow Justice Studio on Instagram: @justicestudioFollow Justice Studio on Twitter: @justicestudioFollow Marianne on Instagram @creatrix.londonTitle Music by Luke Fraser @the_tonic_Show Artwork by Marianne @creatrix.studio

This week we're talking about the ways the titular Wednesday explores her identity throughout the series, from finding other weird kids at Nevermore Academy, to differentiating from the Addams Family ethos. Further Reading: Nevermore Academy website Nevermore filming locations The All Ghouls School on TV Tropes Children's author Chris Priestly on the appeal of the special school in fiction Introduction to Bowen Theory in family therapy Check our Instagram for images we discuss, extra content, memes, and occasional cat photos --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pop-dna-podcast/message

Bowen Family Systems Theory is the framework for understanding human behavior that I have used for over 30 years, in my clinical practice, my work in organizations and businesses and in my personal life with my family, friends and colleagues. It guides my curiosity and fascination with everyone and every mess I meet. I have done my best to make this way of thinking my own. The inspiration for this show is Dr. Ann Bunting. She was my first Bowen supervisor, teacher and mentor. She lived Bowen Theory embedded in a vibrant family and community while staying true to herself. I hope to share something today that may inspire a listener's curiosity about their relationship system as Dr. Bunting inspired me. Email: mercy@leadershipwithmercy.com Books: "Extraordinary Relationships: A New Way of Thinking about Human Interactions", Robert Gilbert, M.D. "Growing Yourself Up: How to bring your best to all of life's relationships", Jenny Brown

Compassionate, straight-forward and down-to-earth, Anna Sherman is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Maternal Mental Health Practitioner who works with individuals, couples and families. With a strong passion for self-help and wellness, Anna offers support as clients build on their strengths and continue to move forward in their lives. Anna holds a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and uses a variety of therapeutic approaches based on the individual needs of her clients. She is specially trained and has experience in Emotion-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Gottman Couples Counselling, Family Systems, Bowen Theory, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness Meditation. Her treatment specializations include anxiety/depression, dating and relationships, couples counselling, family counselling, parenting support, perinatal support, separation and divorce, work and career issues, stress management and conflict resolution. Anna enjoys providing classes and lectures on mental health and wellness and supervising Psychotherapy students. Anna uses a client-centered and collaborative approach, helping clients find the root of their challenges and ultimately gaining the skills to help themselves. Most importantly, her compassionate, down-to-earth personality and warm sense of humour provide a calm, safe and nurturing environment for clients to grow, change and heal.

** For a journal, video series or to join our Capable Life self paced learning journey, visit www.capablelife.me ** Murray Bowen, founder of Family Systems Theory developed 8 concepts to guide and explain how we think and act. Understanding and putting into practice these 8 concepts can really revolutionize your relationship with people and with anxiety. This episode is part 2 of 2 as we cover the last 4 of the 8 concepts. Hosted by Steve Cuss and Brendan Reed. (Listen to Part 1 here.) **This episode is a re run of one of our most downloaded episodes.** ***Apologies for episode 150 which was supposed to be this recording, but we mixed up the file, so we have deleted episode 150 and this episode is the correct file.*** Links referenced in both episodes: MLA Episode featuring Rich Villodas MLA Episode featuring Jim Herrington MLA Episode featuring Trisha Taylor Emotionally Healthy Leadership The Leader's Journey 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory book Generation to Generation

** For a journal, video series or to join our Capable Life self paced learning journey, visit www.capablelife.me ** Murray Bowen, founder of Family Systems Theory developed 8 concepts to guide and explain how we think and act. Understanding and putting into practice these 8 concepts can really revolutionize your relationship with people and with anxiety. This episode is part 2 of 2 as we cover the last 4 of the 8 concepts. Hosted by Steve Cuss and Brendan Reed. (Listen to Part 1 here.) **This episode is a re run of one of our most downloaded episodes.** ***Apologies for episode 150 which was supposed to be this recording, but we mixed up the file, so we have deleted episode 150 and this episode is the correct file.*** Links referenced in both episodes: MLA Episode featuring Rich Villodas MLA Episode featuring Jim Herrington MLA Episode featuring Trisha Taylor Emotionally Healthy Leadership The Leader's Journey 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory book Generation to Generation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

**For a journal, video series or to join our Capable Life self paced learning journey, visit www.capablelife.me Murray Bowen, founder of Family Systems Theory developed 8 concepts to guide and explain how we think and act. Understanding and putting into practice these 8 concepts can really revolutionize your relationship with people and with anxiety. This episode is part 2 of 2 as we cover the last 4 of the 8 concepts. Hosted by Steve Cuss and Brendan Reed. (Listen to Part 1 here.) Links referenced in both episodes: MLA Episode featuring Rich Villodas MLA Episode featuring Jim Herrington MLA Episode featuring Trisha Taylor Emotionally Healthy Leadership The Leader's Journey 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory book Generation to Generation

**To join Capable Life before the price increase, sign up for our free communications masterclass or buy a journal, visit www.stevecusswords.com   Murray Bowen, founder of Family Systems Theory developed 8 concepts to guide and explain how we think and act. Understanding and putting into practice these 8 concepts can really revolutionize your relationship with people and with anxiety. This episode is part 1 of 2 as we cover 4 of the 8 concepts. Hosted by Steve Cuss and Brendan Reed. Links referenced in both episodes: MLA Episode featuring Rich Villodas MLA Episode featuring Jim Herrington MLA Episode featuring Trisha Taylor Emotionally Healthy Leadership The Leader's Journey 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory book Generation to Generation    

**To join Capable Life before the price increase, sign up for our free communications masterclass or buy a journal, visit www.stevecusswords.com   Murray Bowen, founder of Family Systems Theory developed 8 concepts to guide and explain how we think and act. Understanding and putting into practice these 8 concepts can really revolutionize your relationship with people and with anxiety. This episode is part 1 of 2 as we cover 4 of the 8 concepts. Hosted by Steve Cuss and Brendan Reed. Links referenced in both episodes: MLA Episode featuring Rich Villodas MLA Episode featuring Jim Herrington MLA Episode featuring Trisha Taylor Emotionally Healthy Leadership The Leader's Journey 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory book Generation to Generation   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To be human is to be in relationships. Ugh. Red flag hoisted! We can't survive without them but at the same time, it's in our relationships that we can so easily get unraveled. This is the stuff that keeps a guy up at night. How to navigate the sticky wicket of significant others: wives, partners, spouses, along with parents, kids, coworkers, and friendships, is tough going. Dr. Jenny Brown, founder and now retired Executive Director of the Family Systems Institute in Sydney, Australia, joins Bill on this GuyShrink episode to talk about how to bring your best into all of life's relationships. Speaking through solid experience Jenny will cause you to take a deep look at the ways you present yourself in all the places where you show up. She offers no quick fixes nor 5 easy tips to win, but her words will speak directly to wherever you might be in your life's journey. Her book Growing Yourself Up is the best guide out there to do just that. We thoroughly enjoyed this interview and know you will, too.

Episode 100In this episode, we discussResilience to feedback, starting from the story podcasting experience Avrum had with a listener over emailHow do we present ourselves saying the things with looking for others to find value or agreement in it (looking for a reflection to define our own sense of self)The problem to limiting narratives and it effect on the realm of therapy (when leaders don't / can't say what they are thinking)The tension of being a public figure rooted in emotion vs thoughtfulBuilding a repertoire of people (authors, leaders, public figures) who have a process with which we trust and agreeThe role of curiosity in overcoming the fear or reliance of public opinionLove us? Or even just a like us? Find more [of Leadership] at...Our website ofleadership.comOn FacebookOn TwitterVia email at ofleadership@gmail.comAnd don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review!Our friends...Like the tunes? Check out JetlerCheck out Where Would You Like To Start by by Dr. David Freeman and Avrum Nadigel

Episode 98What is mentorship?Is there a difference, in your experience, between structured and unstructured mentorship experiences? What traits make a mentee prime for being mentored? What compatibility is necessary between a leader and more? Equipping mentees for self-sufficiencyHow many of my relationships should I be mentoring vs being mentored?We talk about this and more!Love us? Or even just a like us? Find more [of Leadership] at...Our website ofleadership.comOn FacebookOn TwitterVia email at ofleadership@gmail.comAnd don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review!Our friends...Like the tunes? Check out JetlerCheck out Where Would You Like To Start by by Dr. David Freeman and Avrum Nadigel

Dr. Kathleen Smith is the author of Everything Isn't Terrible: Conquer Your Insecurities, Interrupt Your Anxiety, and Finally Calm Down. I first discovered Dr. Smith's work through her must-read newsletter—she's an expert in Bowen Family Systems Theory, which looks at anxiety through the lens of our relationships. We don't exist in isolation—we're constantly reacting to others around us, in our families and relationships, at work, and on social media. This was a fun conversation, so thanks again to Dr. Smith. You can learn more about her work at kathleensmith.net. Special thanks to Ashley Smith for additional production support. Support the show (https://www.eil.show/join)

Kara and Tony review "The Eight Concepts of Bowen Theory", a useful model for navigating and nurturing family and relationships. The book addresses the emotional unit of a family, with tools for understanding differentiation of self, triangles, cutoff, family projection, multigenerational transmission, sibling position, and emotional processes of society. The special sections in each chapter for parents, coaches and leaders bring each concept home for different roles readers bring to the book.

As a hot topic in the news, as well as something that affects wide ranging groups of people, the [of] Leadership crew. We ask questions, approaching this issue similarly to other systemic issues we encounter : What is my role in keeping things the way they currently are?How can I make this a safe space to discuss this?What is the value of changing the way thing are now?Love us? Or even just a like us? Find more [of Leadership] at...Our website ofleadership.comOn FacebookOn TwitterVia email at ofleadership@gmail.comAnd don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review!Our friends...Like the tunes? Check out JetlerCheck out Where Would You Like To Start by by Dr. David Freeman and Avrum Nadigel

The of Crew takes a bit of time to think through the lasting of effects of the Puritan work ethic on our modern day work place and work week.  As we think calmly and gain perspective on our societal view on the workforce, we think through the impact that relationships have on a system where we try to work harder and develop a "work life" separate from our personal life.The article Zac referenced and frequently thinks on : The nuclear family was a mistakeLove us? Or even just a like us? Find more [of Leadership] at...Our website ofleadership.comOn FacebookOn TwitterVia email at ofleadership@gmail.comAnd don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review!Our friends...Like the tunes? Check out JetlerCheck out Where Would You Like To Start by by Dr. David Freeman and Avrum Nadigel

"If you don't want to divorce, separate." This quote emphasizes the necessity of individuality and the chance to gain some distance from a situation in order to calm one's self. Amidst the rambles of our pandemic exhausted brains, we made observations on : The loss of easily accessible conversations to test ideas thoughtfullyThe difficulty of young relationships in new places without social structuresDoor DashLove us? Or even just a like us? Find more [of Leadership] at...Our website ofleadership.comOn FacebookOn TwitterVia email at ofleadership@gmail.comAnd don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review!Our friends...Like the tunes? Check out JetlerCheck out Where Would You Like To Start by by Dr. David Freeman and Avrum Nadigel

Love us? Or even just a like us? Find more [of Leadership] at...Our website ofleadership.comOn FacebookOn TwitterVia email at ofleadership@gmail.comAnd don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review!Our friends...Like the tunes? Check out JetlerCheck out Where Would You Like To Start by by Dr. David Freeman and Avrum NadigelMentioned in this episode...The Eight Concepts of Bowen Theory by Roberta Gilbert

After talking about each of the 8 core concepts of Bowen Family Systems Theory in previous episodes, we come back together in this episode to ask some final questions about the theory and its usefulness to us as leaders. We wonder about the relationship of the theory to our spirituality. What do we have to learn about faith from this theory? How can we approach our faith and the faith of others with curiosity and objectivity? We also look at common myths about BFST and answer common questions that people have about the theory. We hope that this series will lead you to investigate further and consider BFST as one of the theories that guide your leadership Subscribe | Rate & Review Summary: The relationship between BFST and faith Bowen's 9th concept - the supernatural Asking questions about our faith - objective and subjective Our own stories about our faith and BFST Addressing common myths about BFST: Bowen theory is uncaring and unrelational Triangles are bad I should get everyone in my life on board with BFST Systems theory is opposed to personal responsibility For basic information about BFST, we recommend these resources:  The 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory by Roberta Gilbert Extraordinary Relationships by Roberta Gilbert https://thebowencenter.org/theory/ For a deep dive into Bowen theory in Bowen's own words, try Family Therapy in Clinical Practice by Murray Bowen.  To expand your application of Bowen theory, consider: A Diary of Everyday Growing Up (podcast and blog) by Jenny Brown A Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman Thank you for listening. If you enjoy listening to The Leader's Journey Podcast, the best way to support us is to take just a few seconds and leave a rating and/or comment over on iTunes or share it with your friends on Facebook … Thank you!

Leadership issues as close to home as sibling position and as big-picture as societal regression -- Bowen Family Systems Theory has it all. In the 4th episode in this series, we talk about how our birth order powerfully shapes our behavior as leaders as well as the behavior of those we lead. Then we explore how anxiety shows up in our society in ways that we all recognize from today's headlines and we consider what less-anxious leadership looks like in times of upheaval and uncertainty.  Summary: A theory about how humans actually function Even siblings grow up in a different family How sibling position shapes our behavior and functioning Sibling position in congregations and organizations How society functions like families do Anxiety in society's attempts at problem-solving Strategies for leaders For basic information about BFST, we recommend these resources:  The 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory by Roberta Gilbert Extraordinary Relationships by Roberta Gilbert https://thebowencenter.org/theory/ For a deep dive into Bowen theory in Bowen's own words, try Family Therapy in Clinical Practice by Murray Bowen.  To expand your application of Bowen theory, consider: A Diary of Everyday Growing Up (podcast and blog) by Jenny Brown A Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman

How did the role you played in your family shape who you became? How does it shape your leadership? How do the people in your organization express the role they learned in their families? We invite you to consider how your family helped you shape the self that you bring to your leadership as well as how these concepts show up in the organization that you lead.  This is the third in a series of conversations about Bowen Family System Theory, a theory that has deeply influenced us and our book The Leader's Journey.  In this episode, we cover a lot of ground as we look at two of the eight concepts of Bowen theory: the family projection process and the multigenerational transmission process. Summary: Are you flying by the seat of your pants? How testing a unifying theory can integrate your leadership The impact of a family's anxious focus Our roles shape our functioning and our leadership The magic of connecting across the generations A family diagram – a useful tool for families and organizations Resources The Leader's Journey page Jim's Facebook page Trisha's Facebook page Mike's Facebook page As a guide to doing your own family of origin work, we highly recommend the book Becoming a Healthier Pastor by Ronald Richardson. We also find value in A Family Genogram Workbook by Israel Galindo. For basic information about BFST, we recommend these resources:  The 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory by Roberta Gilbert Extraordinary Relationships by Roberta Gilbert https://thebowencenter.org/theory/ For a deep dive into Bowen theory in Bowen's own words, try Family Therapy in Clinical Practice by Murray Bowen.  To expand your application of Bowen theory, consider: A Diary of Everyday Growing Up (podcast and blog) by Jenny Brown A Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman

Can you see the triangles in your family and your organization? How do you manage yourself in them? What role does distancing and cutoff have in your relationships over time? Can you imagine a different way of showing up in these intense and anxious relationships?  This is the second in a series of conversations about Bowen Family Systems Theory, a theory that has deeply influenced us and our book The Leader's Journey.  In this episode, we cover a lot of ground as we look at two of the eight concepts of Bowen theory: triangles and cutoff. This sets us up to talk about the rest of the theory in future episodes and to make application to leadership at every level. Summary: Triangles – the basic molecule of human relationships Triangles, anxiety and leadership Taking a healthy position in common triangles Cutoff – managing anxiety with distance Cutoff in families and faith groups What if cutoff seems to be working for us? Imagining change as a path to change Resources For basic information about BFST, we recommend these resources:  The 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory by Roberta Gilbert Extraordinary Relationships by Roberta Gilbert https://thebowencenter.org/theory/ For a deep dive into Bowen theory in Bowen's own words, try Family Therapy in Clinical Practice by Murray Bowen.  To expand your application of Bowen theory, consider: A Diary of Everyday Growing Up (podcast and blog) by Jenny Brown A Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman

What theories do you have about leadership? How do they guide the work you do? Whether we can articulate them or not, we all have assumptions about human behavior and how people change and what good leadership looks like. When we can make them explicit and test them in our experience, we are able to be more thoughtful and intentional about how we lead.  This is the first in a series of conversations about Bowen Family Systems Theory, a theory that has deeply influenced us and our book The Leader's Journey. You may have heard about triangling or about being a less anxious presence or about being defined and connected without knowing much about the deeper theory that underlies those popular ideas.  In this episode, we cover a lot of ground as we look at two of the eight concepts of Bowen theory: the nuclear family emotional system and differentiation of self. This sets us up to talk about the rest of the theory in future episodes and to make application to leadership at every level. Summary:  Systems thinking Anxiety and togetherness fusions Family relationship patterns Relationship patterns in congregations and organizations  The role of leadership and coaching The differentiation of self scale and levels of functioning Togetherness and autonomy Resources: For basic information about BFST, we recommend these resources:  The 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory by Roberta Gilbert Extraordinary Relationships by Roberta Gilbert https://thebowencenter.org/theory/ For a deep dive into Bowen theory in Bowen's own words, try Family Therapy in Clinical Practice by Murray Bowen.  To expand your application of Bowen theory, consider: A Diary of Everyday Growing Up (podcast and blog) by Jenny Brown A Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman

Fusion is the loss of self to the norms of another individual or group. Understanding how it works can help the non-anxious leader recognize and avoid a herd mentality. Show Notes: The Center for Family Process Definitions from Bowen Theory from The Family Systems Institute Bowen Theory & Concepts from The Bowen Theory Education Center Read the Full Transcript on The Non-Anxious Leader website. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jack-shitama/message

We've been focused on leadership in our own little part of the world but when we watch the news or see what people post on social media, we find ourselves wondering, “What is going on in the big picture?”  Maybe a better question is, “What happens to us collectively, as a society, when we go through a time like this?” What happens when we get to the 30,000-foot view? Systems thinking can help us with this. In this episode, we laugh a lot as we talk about one of the lesser-known principles of systems theory—societal regression—as we look at the ways that our collective anxiety shows up in some patterned and predictable ways—conflict, distance, polarization, and blame. We also talk about how to be the kind of leader that our society needs right now. Conversation Overview Bowen's 8th concept of emotional process in society Symptoms we can see The vicious cycle Looking at ourselves—how we contribute to the reactivity and how we can respond differently Resources: For a  short and accessible explanation of societal emotional process theory, we recommend chapter 8 of The 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory by Roberta Gilbert.  For a deeper dive and for the information Mike referenced, you can go to: Family Therapy in Clinical Practice by Murray Bowen (p. 279) and Family Evaluation by Michael Kerr and Murray Bowen (pp. 342-343).  About Michael De Ruyter Michael has been a Pastor for over 20 years. He attended Calvin College and Calvin Seminary (Grand Rapids, MI) and Fuller Seminary (Pasadena, CA). He is passionate about how people grow and change and how churches can walk along with someone on the journey towards a flourishing and whole life. Thank you for listening. If you enjoy listening to The Leader's Journey Podcast, the best way to support us is to take just a few seconds and leave a rating and/or comment over on iTunes or share it with your friends on Facebook … Thank you!

The term anxiety is one that is used so widely and broadly it can almost become a place holder for just about any negative emotion or experience.  It makes an important topic very convoluted and confusing.  I have found incredible insight and wisdom from Family Systems Theory, otherwise known as Bowen Theory, which offers a great perspective on the idea of anxiety and its role in our lives.  Although this is a secular psychological theory, I have found that it articulates some things really well that align with my Christian theology.    Books I mentioned for further reading: Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

Murray Bowen, founder of Family Systems Theory developed 8 concepts to guide and explain how we think and act. Understanding and putting into practice these 8 concepts can really revolutionize your relationship with people and with anxiety. This episode is part 2 of 2 as we cover the last 4 of the 8 concepts. Hosted by Steve Cuss and Brendan Reed. Links referenced in both episodes: How to make and lead a Genogram Video kit(Use PODCAST coupon code for discount) MLA Episode featuring Rich Villodas MLA Episode featuring Jim Herrington MLA Episode featuring Trisha Taylor Emotionally Healthy LeadershipThe Leader’s Journey 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory bookGeneration to Generation

Murray Bowen, founder of Family Systems Theory developed 8 concepts to guide and explain how we think and act. Understanding and putting into practice these 8 concepts can really revolutionize your relationship with people and with anxiety. This episode is part 1 of 2 as we cover 4 of the 8 concepts. Hosted by Steve Cuss and Brendan Reed. Links referenced in both episodes: How to make and lead a Genogram Video kit(Use PODCAST coupon code for discount) MLA Episode featuring Rich Villodas MLA Episode featuring Jim Herrington MLA Episode featuring Trisha Taylor Emotionally Healthy LeadershipThe Leader’s Journey 8 Concepts of Bowen Theory bookGeneration to Generation

Early on, BJ Fogg introduced his Tiny Habits methodology in an an easily digestible Ted Talk, Forget big change, start with a tiny habit: BJ Fogg at TEDxFremont.Leaders are constantly forced to create change, and Bowen Theory points one inward to starting with examining their own behaviors. Zac, having attempted to use this habit building process years prior, talks through his experience in the methodology. Love us? Or even just a like us? Find more [of Leadership] at...Our website ofleadership.comOn FacebookOn TwitterVia email at ofleadership@gmail.comOur "sponsor" SteepTeaBox.comLike the tunes? Check out JetlerAnd don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review!

Dr. Michael Kerr succeeded Dr. Murray Bowen as Director of the Georgetown Family Center and served in that role until 2010. Dr. Kerr co-authored with Dr. Bowen the seminal book Family Evaluation: An Approach Based on Bowen Theory. Dr. Kerr’s new book, Bowen Theory’s Secrets: Revealing the Hidden Life of Families, was released in February 2019. Dr. Kerr was also the founding editor of Family Systems: A Journal of Natural Systems Thinking in Psychiatry and the Sciences. Dr. Kerr is now the Director of the Bowen Theory Academy in Islesboro, Maine. Family System Therapy  uses systems theory to describe the family as a complex emotional unit where members are intricately and intensely interconnected. FST looks through the lens of system theory where each family member is emotionally and behaviorally connected through complex interactions. In FST, “Families so profoundly affect their members’ thoughts, feelings, and actions that it often seems as if people are living under the same ‘emotional skin.’” Family members react to one another in both behavior and emotions. If there is a change in one person, there will most likely be reciprocal changes in other family members. Family members who “absorb” the anxiety of others are vulnerable to depression, alcoholism, affairs, and physical illnesses. Family Systems Therapy on Twitter: @thebowencenter

We're devoting this season to Kent's theoretical orientation - Dr. Murray Bowen's Family Systems Theory. Each episode Kent will introduce a core concept of the theory. In this episode, we discuss "Triangles" - the three-person relationship structure of Bowen Theory.   Contact Us Email:immanuel@sotellmeaboutyourmotherpodcast.com kent@sotellmeaboutyourmotherpodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmaympodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoTellMeAboutYourMother/ Website: http://sotellmeaboutyourmotherpodcast.com/

A pivotal development in the history of psychology was the invention of family systems theory by psychiatrist Murray Bowen. He was among the first to observe families in a naturalistic setting, and his observations informed his ideas about families as ‘systems’ that functioned as ‘emotional units.’ Michael E. Kerr served as Dr. Bowen’s right-hand-man for many years, and he recently published a book showcasing the unique insights offered by family systems theory, entitled Bowen Theory’s Secrets: Revealing the Hidden Life of Families (Norton & Company, 2019). In our interview, Dr. Kerr discusses Murray Bowen’s journey from curious psychiatry resident to household name, and he explains with unique clarity and thoroughness some of the most revolutionary ideas from systems theory. This interview will interest anyone interested in better understanding how families function and the reciprocal influences between individuals and their families. Michael E. Kerr, M.D. is a psychiatrist who has specialized in the practice of Bowen theory-guided family therapy for over 45 years. He became Emeritus Director of the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in 2011 after succeeding Murray Bowen ad directing the Center for 20 years. He is President of the Bowen Theory Academy in Islesboro, Maine. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is also a university psychologist at Florida International University’s Counseling and Psychological Services Center, where he coordinates the eating disorders service. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (Routledge, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A pivotal development in the history of psychology was the invention of family systems theory by psychiatrist Murray Bowen. He was among the first to observe families in a naturalistic setting, and his observations informed his ideas about families as ‘systems’ that functioned as ‘emotional units.’ Michael E. Kerr served as Dr. Bowen’s right-hand-man for many years, and he recently published a book showcasing the unique insights offered by family systems theory, entitled Bowen Theory’s Secrets: Revealing the Hidden Life of Families (Norton & Company, 2019). In our interview, Dr. Kerr discusses Murray Bowen’s journey from curious psychiatry resident to household name, and he explains with unique clarity and thoroughness some of the most revolutionary ideas from systems theory. This interview will interest anyone interested in better understanding how families function and the reciprocal influences between individuals and their families. Michael E. Kerr, M.D. is a psychiatrist who has specialized in the practice of Bowen theory-guided family therapy for over 45 years. He became Emeritus Director of the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in 2011 after succeeding Murray Bowen ad directing the Center for 20 years. He is President of the Bowen Theory Academy in Islesboro, Maine. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is also a university psychologist at Florida International University’s Counseling and Psychological Services Center, where he coordinates the eating disorders service. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (Routledge, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A pivotal development in the history of psychology was the invention of family systems theory by psychiatrist Murray Bowen. He was among the first to observe families in a naturalistic setting, and his observations informed his ideas about families as ‘systems’ that functioned as ‘emotional units.’ Michael E. Kerr served as Dr. Bowen’s right-hand-man for many years, and he recently published a book showcasing the unique insights offered by family systems theory, entitled Bowen Theory’s Secrets: Revealing the Hidden Life of Families (Norton & Company, 2019). In our interview, Dr. Kerr discusses Murray Bowen’s journey from curious psychiatry resident to household name, and he explains with unique clarity and thoroughness some of the most revolutionary ideas from systems theory. This interview will interest anyone interested in better understanding how families function and the reciprocal influences between individuals and their families. Michael E. Kerr, M.D. is a psychiatrist who has specialized in the practice of Bowen theory-guided family therapy for over 45 years. He became Emeritus Director of the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in 2011 after succeeding Murray Bowen ad directing the Center for 20 years. He is President of the Bowen Theory Academy in Islesboro, Maine. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is also a university psychologist at Florida International University’s Counseling and Psychological Services Center, where he coordinates the eating disorders service. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (Routledge, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A pivotal development in the history of psychology was the invention of family systems theory by psychiatrist Murray Bowen. He was among the first to observe families in a naturalistic setting, and his observations informed his ideas about families as ‘systems' that functioned as ‘emotional units.' Michael E. Kerr served as Dr. Bowen's right-hand-man for many years, and he recently published a book showcasing the unique insights offered by family systems theory, entitled Bowen Theory's Secrets: Revealing the Hidden Life of Families (Norton & Company, 2019). In our interview, Dr. Kerr discusses Murray Bowen's journey from curious psychiatry resident to household name, and he explains with unique clarity and thoroughness some of the most revolutionary ideas from systems theory. This interview will interest anyone interested in better understanding how families function and the reciprocal influences between individuals and their families. Michael E. Kerr, M.D. is a psychiatrist who has specialized in the practice of Bowen theory-guided family therapy for over 45 years. He became Emeritus Director of the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in 2011 after succeeding Murray Bowen ad directing the Center for 20 years. He is President of the Bowen Theory Academy in Islesboro, Maine. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is also a university psychologist at Florida International University's Counseling and Psychological Services Center, where he coordinates the eating disorders service. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (Routledge, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/systems-and-cybernetics

A pivotal development in the history of psychology was the invention of family systems theory by psychiatrist Murray Bowen. He was among the first to observe families in a naturalistic setting, and his observations informed his ideas about families as ‘systems’ that functioned as ‘emotional units.’ Michael E. Kerr served as Dr. Bowen’s right-hand-man for many years, and he recently published a book showcasing the unique insights offered by family systems theory, entitled Bowen Theory’s Secrets: Revealing the Hidden Life of Families (Norton & Company, 2019). In our interview, Dr. Kerr discusses Murray Bowen’s journey from curious psychiatry resident to household name, and he explains with unique clarity and thoroughness some of the most revolutionary ideas from systems theory. This interview will interest anyone interested in better understanding how families function and the reciprocal influences between individuals and their families. Michael E. Kerr, M.D. is a psychiatrist who has specialized in the practice of Bowen theory-guided family therapy for over 45 years. He became Emeritus Director of the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in 2011 after succeeding Murray Bowen ad directing the Center for 20 years. He is President of the Bowen Theory Academy in Islesboro, Maine. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is also a university psychologist at Florida International University’s Counseling and Psychological Services Center, where he coordinates the eating disorders service. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (Routledge, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A pivotal development in the history of psychology was the invention of family systems theory by psychiatrist Murray Bowen. He was among the first to observe families in a naturalistic setting, and his observations informed his ideas about families as ‘systems’ that functioned as ‘emotional units.’ Michael E. Kerr served as Dr. Bowen’s right-hand-man for many years, and he recently published a book showcasing the unique insights offered by family systems theory, entitled Bowen Theory’s Secrets: Revealing the Hidden Life of Families (Norton & Company, 2019). In our interview, Dr. Kerr discusses Murray Bowen’s journey from curious psychiatry resident to household name, and he explains with unique clarity and thoroughness some of the most revolutionary ideas from systems theory. This interview will interest anyone interested in better understanding how families function and the reciprocal influences between individuals and their families. Michael E. Kerr, M.D. is a psychiatrist who has specialized in the practice of Bowen theory-guided family therapy for over 45 years. He became Emeritus Director of the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in 2011 after succeeding Murray Bowen ad directing the Center for 20 years. He is President of the Bowen Theory Academy in Islesboro, Maine. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is also a university psychologist at Florida International University’s Counseling and Psychological Services Center, where he coordinates the eating disorders service. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (Routledge, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A pivotal development in the history of psychology was the invention of family systems theory by psychiatrist Murray Bowen. He was among the first to observe families in a naturalistic setting, and his observations informed his ideas about families as ‘systems' that functioned as ‘emotional units.' Michael E. Kerr served as Dr. Bowen's right-hand-man for many years, and he recently published a book showcasing the unique insights offered by family systems theory, entitled Bowen Theory's Secrets: Revealing the Hidden Life of Families (Norton & Company, 2019). In our interview, Dr. Kerr discusses Murray Bowen's journey from curious psychiatry resident to household name, and he explains with unique clarity and thoroughness some of the most revolutionary ideas from systems theory. This interview will interest anyone interested in better understanding how families function and the reciprocal influences between individuals and their families. Michael E. Kerr, M.D. is a psychiatrist who has specialized in the practice of Bowen theory-guided family therapy for over 45 years. He became Emeritus Director of the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in 2011 after succeeding Murray Bowen ad directing the Center for 20 years. He is President of the Bowen Theory Academy in Islesboro, Maine. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in Miami. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in gender and sexuality, eating and body image problems, and relationship issues. He is also a university psychologist at Florida International University's Counseling and Psychological Services Center, where he coordinates the eating disorders service. He is a graduate and faculty of William Alanson White Institute and former chair of their LGBTQ Study Group. He is also a contributing author to the book Introduction to Contemporary Psychoanalysis: Defining Terms and Building Bridges (Routledge, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychology

Steve's previous episode remains the most popular episode to date and so there is huge pressure on him delivering again in this show!    Luckily he doesn't disappoint! In this interview I chat to Steve about the book he mentioned he was writing during our previous interview. The book is called Interdependent Wealth: How Family Systems Theory Illuminates Successful Intergenerational Wealth Transitions.  The book builds on the Bowen Theory that Steve introduced us to before and looks at the actions that family's and their advisers can take to help with this transition.    You can buy the book on Amazon by following the below links:    UK - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Interdependent-Wealth-Illuminates-Intergenerational-Transitions/dp/1097309096/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Interdependent+Wealth&qid=1561498567&s=gateway&sr=8-1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Interdependent-Wealth-Illuminates-Intergenerational-Transitions/dp/1097309096/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Interdependent+Wealth&qid=1561498567&s=gateway&sr=8-1)   US - https://www.amazon.com/Interdependent-Wealth-Illuminates-Intergenerational-Transitions/dp/1097309096/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Interdependent+Wealth&qid=1561498550&s=gateway&sr=8-1 (https://www.amazon.com/Interdependent-Wealth-Illuminates-Intergenerational-Transitions/dp/1097309096/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Interdependent+Wealth&qid=1561498550&s=gateway&sr=8-1)   Canada - https://www.amazon.ca/Interdependent-Wealth-Illuminates-Intergenerational-Transitions/dp/1097309096/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HCXGWIAGSFQO&keywords=interdependent+wealth&qid=1561498535&s=gateway&sprefix=Interdepen%2Caps%2C200&sr=8-1 (https://www.amazon.ca/Interdependent-Wealth-Illuminates-Intergenerational-Transitions/dp/1097309096/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HCXGWIAGSFQO&keywords=interdependent+wealth&qid=1561498535&s=gateway&sprefix=Interdepen%2Caps%2C200&sr=8-1)   You can also find out more about Steve here: https://shiftyourfamilybusiness.com/ (https://shiftyourfamilybusiness.com/)  Support this podcast

Dr Robert Creech is a professor and author who has spent decades helping faith leaders integrate Family Systems Theory into their work. His recent book Family Systems And Congregational Life is a creative and highly practical application of Bowen Theory for any faith leader, specifically pastoral leaders.  

The faculty of Navigating Systems continue their irreverent conversations titled:Three Failures on a Couch. Rave reviews from their first video blog titled “Three Failures on a Couch” prompted the faculty of Navigating Systems to continue their dialogue addressing real world application of Bowen Family Systems Theory to family and professional life.Why Bother with Bowen Theory ? is the first of the three part video blog series. Using personal experiences and a systems perspective the conversation informs and teaches in a light hearted manner as it addresses challenging topics and the participants’ effort to be more of a self in their relationship systems.

The faculty of Navigating Systems continue their irreverent conversations titled:Three Failures on a Couch. Rave reviews from their first video blog titled “Three Failures on a Couch” prompted the faculty of Navigating Systems to continue their dialogue addressing real world application of Bowen Family Systems Theory to family and professional life. As the author Annie Lamott relates “there is nothing outside of yourself that will help in any way, unless you are awaiting an organ; you cannot buy it, or steal it, or marry it; this is the most horrible truth". This second conversation relates how each person addresses the opportunities to be more of a self in their family and work relationships. Sometimes successful, often a continuing work in progress, each effort provides ways to evaluate and consider new strategies for the listener to become more of a self.

Dr. Bollinger talks about Bowen Theory and what it is. She also is the founder of Bowen College and has trained health care practitioners. A survivor of stage 4 Cancer and Multiple Sclerosis and shares how she’s been healthy for 20 years. She professes that there is a healer in every household.W: https://www.bowencollege.com/T: https://twitter.com/BOWENCOLLEGEF: https://www.facebook.com/BOWENCOLLEGE/

Dr. Bollinger talks about Bowen Theory and what it is. She also is the founder of Bowen College and has trained health care practitioners. A survivor of stage 4 Cancer and Multiple Sclerosis and shares how she’s been healthy for 20 years. She professes that there is a healer in every household.W: https://www.bowencollege.com/T: https://twitter.com/BOWENCOLLEGEF: https://www.facebook.com/BOWENCOLLEGE/

Growing up through the life cycle – these podcasts are deigned to prompt thinking about one’s own life adjustments as well as reflecting on the experiences of members of the broader family. To listen on iTunes, click HERE. Episode 2 – Maturity in leaving home

Growing up through the life cycle – these podcasts are deigned to prompt thinking about one’s own life adjustments as well as reflecting on the experiences of members of the broader family. To listen on iTunes, click HERE. Episode 1: Our family of origin – each sibling grows up in a different family

The Bowen family systems theory is a theory of human behaviour that views the family as an emotional unit and uses systems thinking to describe the complex interactions in the unit. To me that sounds pretty complicated but Steve manages to explain in a way that makes the theory easier to understand.  Steve also shares his own story about growing up in a family business.  Steve's website is  http://shiftyourfamilybusiness.com/  If you would like to know more about Bowen Theory you can read about it here http://thebowencenter.org/ If you would like to follow Steve on Twitter, his 'handle' is @FamilyLegacyAdv and you can search for him on Linked In.  Support this podcast