As we near the end of 2025, psychologist Traci Stein shares wise words from sages as diverse as Maya Angelou, Judy Garland, Thomas Edison, Erma Bombeck and Grandma Ida that can help us stay focused on what’s important, be more resilient, love and honor ourselves, and live better overall.

For information on Traci Stein, her meditations and more, visit: https://www.drtracistein.com/

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The average person spends 6 years of their life dreaming. What if we could use that time to transform our waking lives for the better?
In this episode, psychologist Traci Stein sheds light on dreams and shares 5 techniques for harnessing the power of dream imagery to help us feel less anxious, be more creative, become better problem solvers, and even tap into our intuition.

To listen to the Lucid Dreaming episode mentioned in this episode, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ep-93-lucid-dreaming-with-robert-waggoner/id1560681195?i=1000698701706

For more on Traci Stein and her intuition development course and more, visit: https://www.drtracistein.com/

For Traci Stein’s hypnotic guided imagery, including ones for better sleep and enhanced intuition, visit: https://tracistein.com/

If you’ve ever wondered if your loved ones who’ve passed are okay, or still with you, you’re not alone. And if you’re missing your loved ones in spirit even as you celebrate the holidays, this episode may be the one you need to hear. My guest, Scott Taylor, shares how a spontaneous and deeply spiritual event helped him navigate tragic loss and healed him in ways he could never have imagined.


Here’s a preview of Scott’s story and the episode:


In 1981, Scott Taylor's life was changed forever when his girlfriend Mary Fran and her son Nolan were fatally injured from a car accident. As 7-year-old Nolan lay dying, Scott witnessed Mary Fran’s spirit escort Nolan to the Other Side. As this transpired, Scott’s consciousness spontaneously joined them, resulting in the most profoundly transformative experience of Scott’s life. Decades later, Scott teaches others how to access expanded states of consciousness and profound spiritual healing. For more information on Scott, his bestselling guided meditations, and his workshops, visit https://neardeathmeditations.com/.

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, are you feeling more dread than joy? In this episode, psychologist Traci Stein shares 12 easy, actionable tips to help you better navigate holiday drama, head off chaos and reclaim calm.

Key moments in this episode:
Tip 1: Holidays do not suddenly repair relationships — [14:55]
Tip 2: Plan for how YOU want to be — [15:56]
Tip 3: Prepare for chaos makers — [18:19]
Tip 4: Remember: you don’t have to live with people you don’t live with — [21:54]
Tip 5: Have an exit plan — [22:35]
Tip 6: Decide your go/no-go behaviors and boundaries — [23:57]
Tip 7: If you choose to engage, commit emotionally and mentally — [28:32]
Tip 8: Have a support system — [29:27]
Tip 9: Give yourself permission to opt out — [30:46]
Tip 10: Agree to disagree — [32:45]
Tip 11: Dysfunctional Family Bingo (use humor) — [34:12]
Tip 12: Find common ground –[37:15]

For more on Traci Stein and “Unpacking Possibility,” visit: https://www.drtracistein.com/
Follow Traci on social media: Facebook.com/DrTStein and on Instagram: @DrTraciStein and YouTube: @TraciSteinPhD

What have Viktor Frankl, Seneca, St. Francis, and my friend Mark known? It’s that acts of kindness and service not only make the world better, they make us feel better too. In this episode, psychologist Traci Stein shares how and why everyday people may have the greatest ability to create positive change for themselves and the world at large, and why even “small,” everyday acts of kindness count.

You’ll also learn about an ancient and specific philosophy to help us be and do good in the world (it’s still relevant today); hear examples of how everyday people have made the world a better place, and get a promo code you can use through the end of December 2025 that will give you over 20% off of two of my most popular albums and – even better –help make a difference for people and pets (the net proceeds help you to help others).

Mentioned in this episode:
PROMO CODE for discount on “Developing Your Intuition” and “Manifesting Your Future Self During Deep Sleep” albums by Traci Stein: DOGOOD
Visit to apply promo code: https://tracistein.com/discount/DOGOOD
(Net proceeds of these albums will be split between West Orange TNVR and Holy Trinity Food Pantry. To donate directly to these charities, click the links below.)

West Orange TNVR (charity to help trap, neuter, vaccinate and release or adopt out stray cats): https://www.wotnvr.com/howtohelp
Holy Trinity Food Pantry: https://ampleharvest.org/food-pantries/holy-trinity-west-orange-food-pantry-3692/
To learn more about Fred’s Team and Team Mark (NYC Marathon Fundraiser), visit: https://fredsteammark.com/

Also mentioned in this episode:
For more information on Seneca and Stoic Philosophy, visit: https://dailystoic.com/what-is-stoicism-a-definition-3-stoic-exercises-to-get-you-started/
For more on Viktor Frankl: https://viktorfranklamerica.com/viktor-frankl-bio/

Traci Stein’s Affirmations to Foster Healthy Self-Esteem (available for free on the Insight Timer app): https://insig.ht/jFy9jJ0GiYb?utm_source=copy_link&utm_medium=content
Dr. Kristin Neff’s Self-Compassion Meditations: https://self-compassion.org/self-compassion-practices/

Feeling a little off lately—like something in your life needs to shift, but you’re not sure what? Or maybe you do know what’s missing, but can’t quite figure out how to make it happen?

In this episode, psychologist Traci Stein shares a simple but eye-opening tool she calls the “Life Pie Chart.” It’s an easy way to take a step back and really see where your time and energy are going—things like work, health, family, relationships, hobbies, habits (both good and bad), and spirituality, to name a few.

Once you’ve mapped it out, you’ll start to see what parts of your “pie” could use a little more attention—and which ones might need a smaller slice. It’s a practical and eye-opening way to find more balance, clarity, and satisfaction in everyday life.

Also mentioned in this episode:
Meditation for Releasing & Setting Yourself Free (on the Insight Timer app):
https://insig.ht/2Ba2zYNJ8Xb?utm_source=copy_link&utm_medium=content
Traci’s online meditation store: https://tracistein.com/
Sign up for Traci’s Newsletter! https://www.drtracistein.com/let-s-stay-in-touch

How can we – and why should we – get to truly understand and know ourselves better? That’s one of the questions that executive coach, educator and entrepreneur Robert Louis-Charles unpacks in this episode.
Knowing ourselves better, and having a clearer idea of who we ideally would like to be, can help us maximize our confidence, performance and happiness at work and in life. Robert shares his unique approach that marries psychologically-informed strategies for greater self-knowledge with a spiritual outlook to help us identify areas for change and growth that feel meaningful and aligned with our values and higher purpose. He also discusses the “underestimated advantage” of finding the hidden strengths inherent in our challenges.

For more on Robert or to work with him, visit: www.Big2Go.com or https://robertlouischarles.com/, and find him on LinkedIn: Robert Louis-Charles.

For more on Traci Stein, visit: https://www.drtracistein.com/

Join Traci Stein and historian Kathy Kelly, as they unpack the history of Halloween, from its roots in ancient Ireland as a way to mark the end of the harvest season to its present-day incarnation as a treat for children and adults alike. So, grab your costume and candy pail and get ready to celebrate Spooky Season!

For more on Traci Stein and “Unpacking Possibility,“visit: https://www.drtracistein.com/

To catch Traci and Kathy on their other podcast, Curious Explorers, and to hear the “Spooky Stories” series, visit:https://curious-explorers.com/
For more on Kathy Kelly and the Paranormal Museum and Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours, visit: https://paranormalbooksnj.com/