Beyond Blind Blaming
Beyond Blind Blaming
Kevin D St.Clergy
Mental Health Myths, Mindfulness Practice, and Personal Transformation | Dr. Erika Horwitz
35 minutes Posted Jun 2, 2026 at 10:00 am.
Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions of mental health challenges.Dr. Erika Horwitz is a registered psychologist, mindfulness expert, and co-author of the award-winning book "Improbable and Extraordinary." With over 25 years of experience, she combines clinical expertise with real-world transformation stories, helping people navigate mental health challenges, stress, and personal growth through mindfulness and radical self-awareness.Kevin explores mental health myths, practical mindfulness techniques, the power of community in healing, and how awareness becomes the foundation for lasting personal transformation.In this episode, Kevin and Jason will discuss:
Introduction and mental health misconceptions
Erika's journey from Mexico to psychology
Mental health affects everyone, not just diagnosed
Brother's bipolar disorder and near-suicide story
Hope for those feeling too far gone
Blind blaming in mental health treatment
Identity labels that keep people stuck
Personal responsibility without shame or guilt
Hidden factors that influence real change
Five-senses mindfulness exercise explained
Self-awareness and effective leadership connection
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Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions of mental health challenges.Dr. Erika Horwitz is a registered psychologist, mindfulness expert, and co-author of the award-winning book "Improbable and Extraordinary." With over 25 years of experience, she combines clinical expertise with real-world transformation stories, helping people navigate mental health challenges, stress, and personal growth through mindfulness and radical self-awareness.Kevin explores mental health myths, practical mindfulness techniques, the power of community in healing, and how awareness becomes the foundation for lasting personal transformation.In this episode, Kevin and Jason will discuss:(00:00) Introduction and mental health misconceptions(02:57) Erika's journey from Mexico to psychology(04:03) Mental health affects everyone, not just diagnosed(05:04) Brother's bipolar disorder and near-suicide story(08:40) Hope for those feeling too far gone(10:57) Blind blaming in mental health treatment(14:26) Identity labels that keep people stuck(15:33) Personal responsibility without shame or guilt(18:51) Hidden factors that influence real change(21:43) Five-senses mindfulness exercise explained(29:12) Self-awareness and effective leadership connection(31:30) Daily meditation and therapy investment practicesDr. Erika Horwitz is a registered psychologist, mindfulness expert, author and speaker with over 25 years of experience helping people navigate mental health, stress and personal transformation. She co-authored the award-winning memoir "Improbable and Extraordinary" and served as director of counseling services at Simon Fraser University, blending clinical expertise with practical mindfulness approaches.Connect with Dr. Erika Horwitz:Erika's Website: https://mindfulnessyvr.com/ Improbable and Extraordinary: https://improbableandextraordinary.com/ From Stuck to Breakthrough:Ready to break free from what’s holding you back? Join the From Stuck to Breakthrough challenge.This FREE, five-day live experience will help you uncover hidden solutions to your toughest challenges—whether it’s in your business, health, wealth, or relationships.Sign up today at blindblaming.com.