by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Oct 25, 2020 | Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Uncategorized, Wellness
“Then and there he understood that he is by no means merely the product of his childhood but the architect of his present destiny.” One of the most common question I field as a psychotherapist is, “How did this event in the past affect who I am...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Oct 18, 2020 | Anxiety, Depression, Meaning, Mental Health, Substance Abuse
Seeking out and engaging in interesting experiences can be very meaningful. Nature, Music, Art, Speakers – I’ve found all of them meaningful at different times. Last week I had the opportunity to experience some time with one of my favorite authors...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Oct 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
If you are currently taking medication for depression or anxiety, If you are thinking about taking medication for depression or anxiety, If you know someone who is taking medication for depression or anxiety, Please watch this video first. And then, if it intrigues...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Oct 4, 2020 | Marriage, Meaning, Mental Health, Parenting
In last week’s podcast, I discussed Parenting for Meaning and Family Dynamics – topics that seem to be quite pertinent in our times today, or at least in my clinical work, they have been. Dr. Elisabeth Lukas, a student of Frankl’s, shares these...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Sep 27, 2020 | Affair Recovery, Depression, Grief, Marriage, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Uncategorized
In last week’s podcast, I talked about Viktor Frankl’s idea of “Tragic Optimism” – that is, optimism “in spite of” the suffering in the world, the suffering brought on by pain, guilt, and death. We don’t have to look too...
