Magic Seeds

Magic Seeds

Hosted by: Laura R. Gries

Join Dr. Adam Gries, DACM, L.AC. and Laura Gries, Health & Spiritual Coach on their weekly podcast where they discuss how to navigate life's highs, lows, and everything in between. As professional spiritual and...

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Parental Stress is a Significant Health Issue

In this episode, hosts Laura and Adam discuss the increasing stress and mental health challenges faced by parents today, drawing insights from U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's recent advisory. Dr. Murthy has...
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PRESSURE, EXPECTATIONS, AND JUDGMENT

In this episode, hosts Laura and Adam tackle the mental burdens that come with the words "should," "have to," and "need to." These phrases can place unnecessary pressure, judgment, and expectations on our lives. By...
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Facts vs Feelings Cheat Sheet

In this episode, we explore the crucial distinction between our emotions and the facts we create in our minds about ourselves. We discuss how to separate feelings from self-imposed narratives and transform these facts...
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Are Kids Too Soft?

In this thought-provoking episode, we tackle the controversial question, "Are kids too soft?" Our hosts explore whether modern parenting has gone too far in shielding children from adversity and challenge. They...
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Rewriting Your Narrative

In this episode of our podcast, hosts Laura and Adam explore the power of rewriting your own narrative. They discuss how the stories we tell ourselves shape our beliefs, experiences, and ultimately, our lives....
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Mirror of Relationship

In this episode, hosts Laura and Adam explore the profound concept of shadow work. They discuss how taking a conscious look at our repressed feelings, emotions, fears, and desires can be a powerful tool for personal...
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Self Assessment Part 2

In this insightful episode of Magic Seeds, host Adam E. Gries reflects on his parenting skills, aiming to see if he is operating at an optimum level and truly connecting with his three children. By examining Adam's...
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Self Assessment Check in Part 1

In this episode of Magic Seeds, host Laura R. Karch Gries takes a reflective look at her own parenting skills to examine whether she is operating at an optimal level of connection with her three children. Listeners...
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Parenting with Child Psychologist

In this insightful episode, we explore the developmental psychology of children and the broader implications for human behavior. Our guest, Dr. James Gries, a Ph.D. child psychologist from New York and father of...
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Massive Challenges, Massive Love

In this episode, Laura and Adam discuss how life’s challenges can sometimes make us lose our way. The episode provides valuable insights into the importance of remaining rooted in personal connection to avoid getting...
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Living Life to the Fullest with David Wei

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with David Wei, a remarkable individual and patient at Awakenings Health. David's story is a testament to the power of a positive attitude and relentless personal growth. He...
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Raising Good People

In this heartwarming episode of Raising Good People, we are joined by three very special guests—our daughters, Kali (10), Ananda (9), and Siara (7). They discuss their inspiring summer project aimed at turning their...
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