Mel Schwartz

The consequences of great wealth often distract individuals, couples and families from the deeper and more authentic gratification derived from emotional, verbal, and physical intimacy. What can we do about it? Listen to the latest Possibility Podcast to find out!

The Possibility Podcast 121: How Wealth Can Negatively Impact Relationships In a special cross-posting of the blog and The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz, the focus is on how wealth can often be detrimental to healthy interpersonal and familial relationships.

Episode 118 of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz features another nugget of uncommon sense: self-esteem is not what you think! Listen to understand why what we think of as self-esteem is actually focused not on what we think of ourselves, but rather what others think of us. or anywhere you get your podcasts!

Possibility Podcast 118: Self-Esteem Isn't What You Think! The Possibility Podcast w/ Mel Schwartz 118 reveals: self-esteem is not really what we think. Discover how to shift your thinking to experience true self-worth.

In episode 117 of The Possibility Podcast, let's talk about another example of uncommon sense: Objectivity doesn't exist. Listen to understand why this is, and why, despite often hearing that objectivity is a good thing, true objectivity is impossible. Anywhere you get your podcasts, or check out the show notes and transcript while you listen at

The Possibility Podcast 117: The Myth of Objectivity The Possibility Podcast 117 presents some uncommon sense: objectivity is impossible, and the alternative is healthier for your relationships. Why? Listen!

The latest Possibility Podcast continues my exploration of the principles of my next book, Uncommon Sense: How to Live a Fearless Life. Often, we think our lives are difficult because that’s just how it is… but what if that’s not the only choice?

The Possibility Podcast 116: The Gift of Uncommon Sense The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz 115 proposes we reject "common" sense and adopt uncommon sense that lifts us up rather than brings us down.

On the new Possibility Podcast, I reveal my next book, Uncommon Sense: How to Live a Fearless Life. Travel back with me to before I became a psychotherapist and discover the key piece of advice I gave myself that helped me find my calling. Anywhere you get your podcasts, or visit .

The Possibility Podcast 115: Being True to Yourself In The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz 115, Mel provides an introduction to the themes of his next book, Uncommon Sense: How to Live a Fearless Life.

In The Possibility Podcast 114, I explore the nature of romantic love: how it begins and why it tends to wither, and what it takes to make it work over time. Let's examine what's essential for resilient relationships. Anywhere you get your podcasts, or

Possibility Podcast w/ Mel Schwartz 114: It's Easy to Say I Love You The Possibility Podcast w/ Mel Schwartz 114 examines what it takes to maintain resilient and healthy romantic love and features two guest clients.

Would you rather be right, or kind? In The Possibility Podcast 113, I explain why our almost instinctive urge to be right and criticize in hinders our potential to communicate and damages . What to do? Listen to find out! https://melschwartz.com/113-why-right

On The Possibility Podcast 112, I explore how we can each adopt a worldview of and pragmatic . Listen to learn how experiences guide our and attitudes... and how we can choose a different, more enriching path. Anywhere you get your podcasts, or visit https://melschwartz.com/112-optimism/

How does our innate state of become finite due to personal experiences? How can we each regain that potential? Listen to this episode of the Possibility and find out! Anywhere you get your podcasts, or listen directly at https://melschwartz.com/111-potential

The Possibility Podcast 110 features a recent experience that inspired me to speak to you about , , and other aspects of being human we sometimes lose sight of. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts to learn what happened... or visit

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The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz episode 109 compares the overly simplistic "either-or" Western mindset with the fluid reality quantum physics describes. Discover how new thinking improves neuroplasticity and even our relationships. Anywhere you get your podcasts, or

Possibility Podcast 109: Over-simplifying Equals Dumbing Down The Possibility Podcast 109 compares the overly simplistic "either-or" Western mindset with the fluid, possibility-rich reality quantum physics describes.

In the latest Possibility : how describes our reality as in constant flux, how that perpetual possibility informs ... and how both offer a new game plan for living our lives. Anywhere you get your podcasts or

The Possibility Podcast w/ Mel Schwartz 108: Into the Flow: From being to Becoming The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz #108 describes the flow state of reality, and how we can emulate that perpetual state of becoming for a life rich with possibilities.

In this Possibility Podcast, I present a concise exploration of a term I was inspired to coin after listening to a podcast episode from -- emotional rucking. What is emotional rucking, and what does it mean for our emotional health? Listen!

The Possibility Podcast w/ Mel Schwartz 107: Emotional Rucking The Possibility Podcast 107 explores the burden of emotional rucking, what it means, and how you can take that load off and achieve emotional resiliency.

Is it possible the laws of physics hold lessons to help redefine our relationship with anxiety and suffering? This episode of the Possibility Podcast is full of unique opportunities to engage our transformative process. Listen!

The Possibility Podcast #106: The Science of Success In episode 106 Mel shares the evolution of his guide for living with resilience and self-empowerment as a guest on The Science of Success Podcast.

For many of us, the way we envision reality operating and the ways of thinking that result remain mired in Newton’s reductionist and mechanistic model. Are you ready for a new game plan for life? Introducing Emergent Thinking.

The Possibility Podcast #105: The Power of Mind The Possibility Podcast 105 features a talk on emergent thinking, which introduces concepts and ideas further explored in The Possibility Principle by Mel Schwartz.

In this 104th episode of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz, I share my recent thoughts on the nature of progress and our potential for growth as human beings. It's undeniable that we have been in a state of exponentially accelerating progress for decades now. But have we balanced our material, our technological, progress with advancements in mindfulness and emotional intelligence? Listen to find out! Anywhere you get your podcasts, or

The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz #104: The Perils of Progress The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz #104 asks: are we progressing in our humanity as quickly as we progress in other, more material, ways?

This time on The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz, the subject is the emotional harm we sometimes inflict in relationships: how to recognize it, and how to stop. Should verbal and emotional violence be considered as harmful as physical violence? Why do we find it easier to accept certain types of harmful behavior over others? Listen to find out!

The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz 103: Do No Harm Episode 103 of the Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz looks at the topic of emotional and verbal violence and abuse, and how to stop it.

If you've ever asked yourself how things might have turned out if you lived a different life... there's still time to make changes. Learn how in the 102nd episode of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz. https://www.melschwartz.com/102-if or anywhere you get your podcasts!

In The Possibility Podcast 101, I invite you to invest in yourself by taking down your walls and embracing healthy vulnerability. Learn why sharing our authentic selves can lead to healthier relationships with the people you care about. Anywhere you get your podcasts, or directly at

Possibility Podcast w/ Mel Schwartz 101: Invest in Yourself: Taking Down Your Walls Discover how authenticity and vulnerability enhance our relationships in this 101st episode of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz.

In case you missed it! Listen to the 99th Possibility Podcast to learn how the principles of quantum physics can free us from the static, deterministic worldview of the past and open us, and our relationships, to a vibrant world of possibility:

Possibility Podcast 99: Thriving in Spiritual Relationships How the principles of quantum physics can free us from a deterministic worldview, a precursor to my upcoming relationship series. Plus, celebrating soon-to-be 100 episodes!

It's the 100th episode of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz! Thank you, so much, for listening. This episode features relationships counselor .ferrer.967, author of Love and Freedom: Transcending Monogamy and Polyamory.

Possibility Podcast 100: Love and Freedom: Monogamy or Polyamory? In this 100th episode of The Possibility Podcast, Mel Schwartz speaks with Jorge N. Ferrer on monogamy, polyamory, and options for romantic relationships.

Listen to this 98th episode of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz to learn how you can reduce anxiety and enhance your focus, sense of purpose, and happiness when you find your life philosophy. Anywhere you get your podcasts, or

The Possibility Podcast w/ Mel Schwartz 98: Find Your Life Philosophy When you find your life philosophy, your life may improve! Find out how and why in the 98th episode of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz.

In this solo 97th episode of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz, I use two case studies to explore how maladapted coping mechanisms can keep us from embracing possibility and even affect our mental health. Wherever you get your podcasts or visit

Possibility Podcast w/ Mel Schwartz 96: How Coping Mechanisms Can Imprison You Coping mechanisms can backfire over time. Listen to this solo 97th episode of the Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz to learn how to avoid being stuck.

This special 96th episode of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz features a guest who shares her remarkable story of triumph over trauma. Anywhere you get your podcasts, or listen direct at

The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz 96: Transcending Trauma This 96th Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz features the inspiring story of a guest who transcended trauma and tragedy to define the life she wants to live.

Episode 095 of The Possibility Principle with Mel Schwartz features sports metaphysician . We discuss her focus on cultivating states, employing , and the tantalizing concepts of and . Listen anywhere you get your podcasts, or directly at https://melschwartz.com/95-flow/.

Possibility Podcast 95: Consciousness, Flow, and Optimal Performance Episode 095 of the Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz features a conversation with sports metaphysician Laura M. Wilde.

Episode 094 of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz features a conversation with the personal coach, YouTuber, and Instagrammer Leonardo Morán. Together, Leonardo and I discuss intention, manifesting, the mysterious power of the mind and consciousness, and the potentially life-enriching acausal qualities of synchronicity. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts, or visit

The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz 94: The Power of Synchronicity and Consciousness A conversation with life coach Leonardo Morán on the power of synchronicity and consciousness in episode 094 of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz.

It might seem we are the author of our thoughts, but for most of us, we simply let our actions be dictated by our thoughts. What if we could turn that around? Find out how in the latest Possibility Podcast episode, anywhere you get your podcasts or at

Possibility Podcast 93: Become the Author of Your Thoughts Are you the author of your thoughts? Listen to the Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz episode 93 to learn how to take control of your thoughts and your life.

In the 92nd Possibility Podcast, we look at the phenomenonal feeling of new love, and explore not just why the transcendent flow state of being in love can fade over time, but how to restore and sustain that feeling in a mature loving relationship.

Possibility Podcast 92: Here's Why We Fall Out of Love In episode 092 of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz, let's look at the transcendent nature of new love, and the specific steps you and your partner can take to sustain that feeling over time.

Episode 091 of The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz presents an encore of a February, 2019 episode featuring my interview on a New Zealand radio show on rethinking your communication and thoughts. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts or

Possibility Podcast 91: Rethinking Your Communication (Encore Episode) The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz 91 presents an encore of a 2019 episode featuring Mel's radio interview on rethinking your communication and thoughts.

Join me as I discuss the dangers of toxic individualism to our relationships, our culture, and even the planet in episode 90 of the Possibility Podcast. Listen to find out how we can maintain and preserve our empathy and compassion for one another at or anywhere you get your podcasts.

The Possibility Podcast 90: Toxic Individualism In the 90th Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz, the topic is the danger of toxic individualism to our relationships, our culture, and even the planet.