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Exploring Feelings and Communication February 4, 2014

Host: Armand DiMeleGuests: Giullian Gioiello, Linda Vanella, Michael G. Haskins

Category: Emotional Intelligence and Communication

In this episode, Armand DiMele discusses the spectrum of human emotions, focusing on five basic feelings: sad, mad, glad, bad, and scared. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing these emotions and their impact on communication, particularly in relationships. The conversation includes insights from guests about how different environments and situations can influence emotional responses, such as laughter in uncomfortable situations. The episode also touches on the complexities of positive and negative feelings, exploring how they manifest in everyday life and interactions.

Understanding Relationship Dynamics Undated

Host: Armand DiMele

Category: Emotional Communication Dynamics

In this episode, Armand DiMele explores the complexities of relationships, particularly the negative behaviors that often arise between partners. He discusses how familiarity can breed contempt and why couples may act irrationally with each other, despite being reasonable individuals in other contexts. Drawing on research and personal anecdotes, Armand emphasizes the importance of constructive communication and understanding in relationships. He also highlights the need for couples to recognize their patterns of interaction and the impact of unresolved issues from the past. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on their own relationships and consider how to foster healthier dynamics.

Perception of Negativity and Positivity Undated

Host: Armand DiMele

Category: Personal Growth and Awareness

In this episode, Armand DiMele explores the impact of negativity and positivity on our perceptions and mental health. He discusses how family attitudes can shape our outlook on life and the importance of recognizing and addressing our own negativity. Armand introduces the concepts of ‘linking’ and ‘flow,’ emphasizing the need to embrace the present moment rather than getting caught in past associations or future anxieties. Through various examples and listener interactions, he highlights the significance of maintaining a positive attitude and the challenges of doing so in a world filled with negativity.

Honoring Others Undated

Host: Armand DiMeleGuests: Ben Starr, Catherine, Dario, Dr. Scott Baum, Giullian Gioiello, Jason, Jay, Ling, Marie Antoinette

Category: Gratitude and Mindfulness

In this episode, Armand DiMele discusses the concept of honoring others by speaking positively about them, inspired by a program from Joel Osteen. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the good in people, both directly and indirectly, and contrasts this with the tendency to gossip negatively. The conversation explores how positive affirmations can strengthen relationships and create a supportive community. Listeners are encouraged to practice honoring others in their daily lives, highlighting the simplicity and impact of kind words and actions.

Puppet of Mind Undated

Host: Armand DiMele

Category: Emotional Communication Dynamics

In this episode, Armand DiMele shares his thoughts on love and pain, inspired by a wedding ceremony he was invited to officiate. He reflects on the complexities of relationships, emphasizing that love often coexists with pain, and that both are essential to personal growth and connection. Through anecdotes and philosophical insights, he explores how love can create a vortex that attracts negativity, and how understanding this dynamic can lead to deeper relationships. The episode also touches on the importance of compassion and the transformative power of touch in human connections.