by Rhett Smith | May 18, 2020 | Leadership, Podcast
It’s hard to know where to begin when describing my friend Marc Payan. Just Google his name and see what comes up. Marc is a leader everywhere he goes, and like few people I have seen before, he inspires and encourages those around him to life a transformed...
by Rhett Smith | May 11, 2020 | Anxiety, Videos
I have had the privilege over the last 6-8 weeks to participate in some parenting panels online via Zoom and other technologies. COVID-19 has raised a lot of concern for people and the topic of anxiety and grief seem to be the two most common topics that I have been...
by Rhett Smith | Apr 17, 2020 | Executive Coaching, Leadership, Videos
In this with The SouthCity Group CEO Todd Sandel, we discuss the importance of play and rest within the home and in organizations. If families and leaders continue to press for more and more productivity, without pausing to play and rest — the result most likely...
by Rhett Smith | Apr 15, 2020 | Executive Coaching, Leadership, Videos
In this interview, Todd Sandel, the CEO and founder of The SouthCity Group, and I discuss the importance of identifying what is most important for yourself, your relationships, and organizations — during this time of uncertainty due to COVID-19.
by Rhett Smith | Apr 13, 2020 | Intentional Living, Videos
What does healthy, functioning, relational space look like during this time of COVID-19? How do we keep from overly fusing and suffocating one another, while also not moving away and disconnecting from each other as well? What does self-differentiation look...
by Rhett Smith | Apr 8, 2020 | Intentional Living, Videos
During the quarantine due to COVID-19, I think that we are experiencing a compression of space. Relational space. Physical space. This compression of relational and physical space messes with boundaries and raises important questions about our identity. Questions like...
by Rhett Smith | Apr 8, 2020 | Anxiety, Videos
“I’m doing fine.” “I’m doing good.” Those have typically been our responses to the question posed by others: “How are you doing?” And they are typically what we are hearing during the stressful time of COVID-19. But...
by Rhett Smith | Apr 3, 2020 | Anxiety, Depression, Videos
The hope is that we don’t go back to what was (pre-COVID-19), but that we move forward into something new. What that something new will look different for everyone. But in a season of disorientation, the hope is that one grows from the experience into something...
by Rhett Smith | Apr 1, 2020 | Anxiety
Moody Publishers has created a free mini-book to be shared on social channels. It’s material that has been repurposed from my book The Anxious Christian, and meant to bring help during a time of uncertainty with COVID-19.
by Rhett Smith | Apr 1, 2020 | Anxiety, Depression, Videos
During a time of uncertainty, such as this — COVID-19 — people’s anxiety and depression can start to increase. In early March I noticed families anxious, but eager to adjust to the demands of COVID-19, but as time wears on, I have noticed an increase...
by Rhett Smith | Mar 27, 2020 | Marriage, Videos
During times of high stress, like we are facing right now with the COVID-19 quarantine, it is no surprise that conflict is high for many couples. In this video I talk about some specific things you can do to help you navigate the high stress and conflict.
by Rhett Smith | Mar 26, 2020 | Intentional Living, Leadership, Videos
A lot of people are experiencing things right now (i.e. rest, ceasing of activities, connection, etc.) in ways that they would like to continue on post-COVID-19. But unless these things are talked about, it’s unlikely one would continue them. Instead, it’s...
by Rhett Smith | Mar 25, 2020 | Intentional Living, Videos
In the midst of COVID-19, we are all experiencing loss of some kind. And loss is loss. Loss may mean something as painful as the death of a loved one. Loss may also mean the loss of not being able to physically walk through a graduation. Loss may be the end of a...
by Rhett Smith | Mar 24, 2020 | Anxiety, Leadership, Videos
In times of uncertainty, it is really critical to focus on key habits. It’s these habits that help us stay focused. They help us stay anchored to routine and structure, which are critical to help one navigate times of uncertainty. And right now, in the midst of...
by Rhett Smith | Mar 23, 2020 | Anxiety, Therapy Practice, Videos
COVID-19 is having a lot of us re-evaluate how we practice mental health. I am continuing to work with clients in person, following the recommendations of the CDC and my local county. As well as increasing the number of phone and video sessions that I am doing. Check...
by Rhett Smith | Mar 22, 2020 | Mental Health, Podcast
It’s been a long time since I have done a podcast. About a year actually. I was on a break for awhile, just reading, researching, writing and focusing on other kinds of work. I had nothing new to add to the conversation so thought I would hit pause. But in light...
