Jim Ellermeyer

What High School Can Be With City of Bridges | episode 311

October 5th, 2021  |  18 mins 11 secs

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with Dr. Randy Bartlett of City of Bridges High School in Pittsburgh, PA.  We investigate what functional things you can get our of high school to help your life.  How do students find agency and voices? Community outreach. 

Introducing City of Bridges | Fishing Without Bait 310

September 28th, 2021  |  21 mins 13 secs

Jim Ellermeyer invites Dr. Randy Bartlett of City of Bridges High School in Pittsburgh, PA to chat about what the high school is doing at the school to provide a space to develop students aware of social justice and explore.  How do teenagers deal with joys and experiences at that age in their development? How are we helping identity development?  Focusing on learning and recovery happening outside of the classroom and therapy office.  

Prayer and Mindfulness | Episode 309

September 21st, 2021  |  20 mins 57 secs

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike discuss the idea of prayer in mindfulness. We talk about the general hopelessness and forbidding in the last year for individuals around the world. We return to our discussion on discussing dogma and spirituality. Jim recounts his experiences in psychiatric facilities talking with a priest. 

The Methods of Helping with Mental Health | Episode 308

September 14th, 2021  |  18 mins 37 secs

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with fellow practitioner, Adrianna about “wise mind”, using medication appropriately, being spiritual beings, “do no harm”, self care, the requirements to become a professional councilor, the importance of seeking a credentialed professional, and more!

Becoming a Mental Health Expert | Fishing Without Bait 307

September 7th, 2021  |  21 mins 51 secs

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by fellow practitioner, Adrianna, to talk about Social Media “Experts” in mental health.  We talk about Adrianna’s own path coming from Philadelphia to become a behavioral therapist and the work that goes into the schooling. Finding what is good in people’s lives.  What does it take to explore someone’s life and feelings?  What does it take to absorb a clients sorry and grief and continue? 

Joy, Pleasure and Bob Ross | Episode 306

August 31st, 2021  |  16 mins 5 secs

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike continue their conversation on Joy and Pleasure.  We look at Bob Ross and “deciding not to be angry” and delivering a message of joy. What are some experiences of joy in your life?  How do we know when to take ourselves out of situations that don’t bring joy and centering on the negative. 

Manifestation and Action | Episode 304

August 17th, 2021  |  19 mins 5 secs

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike are back in the studio as we discuss repackaged buzzwords in mindfulness and “manifestation”.  How do we look at the action and effort to get things done we want to do with our lives.  

Preventing the Burn | Episode 303

August 10th, 2021  |  12 mins 35 secs

Jim Ellermeyer and producer Mike are joining us from Florida on the last day of their trip as one is contending with some sun burn and we talk about getting ahead of situations with little more preparation and focus. 

Live from the Beach | Episode 302

August 3rd, 2021  |  15 mins 46 secs

Jim Ellermeyer and producer Mike are joining us from the beach in Delrey Beach, Florida!  We recount the decision making in the wallet incident we talked about last episode.  How do we create memories and moments. 

Tattoo Artist Jake Steele | Episode 301

July 27th, 2021  |  18 mins 44 secs

Jim Ellermeyer catches up with old friend and tattoo artist Jake Steele after getting his latest ink in Delray Beach, Florida.  They talk about Jake’s journey and how he works on pumping himself up and managing being in a creative field. 

We also look at the circumstances around almost missing the plane heading to Florida this week! 

Fishing Without Bait 300: Prepare for Liftoff

July 20th, 2021  |  10 mins 50 secs

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by the often traveling Producer Mike as they prepare for their trip to Florida. What is travel anxiety like, and how did Mike overcome his fear of flying. What does travel give you for perspective?

Magical Magnifying Mind | Episode 299

July 13th, 2021  |  18 mins 37 secs

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by the often traveling Producer Mike to talk about finding serenity in the noise and letting things go as we read from the Big Book of Alcoholics anonymous and Dr Paul on “Acceptance is the answer”.  What is your mind magnifying? 

Classic Episode: Fishing Without Bait 106: Your Declaration of Independence

July 6th, 2021  |  11 mins 1 sec

Jim Ellermeyer is inspired by a recent trip through Philadelphia and Boston and writing your personal Declaration of Independence in your life.  

Wise Mind Choice and Making Memories | Episode 298

June 29th, 2021  |  21 mins 42 secs

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by the often traveling Producer Mike to talk about having a wise mind and making a wise mind choice.  Jim recounts his recent event taking care of his daughter’s ailing cat and the moment that created.   Another reminder that we can’t take it with us, but we can create memories in our adventures. Mike talks about his recent experience making memories at the Hoover Dam and Lake Tahoe.  There is no fair and unfair.  And then there’s tattoos. 

Classic Episode: Fishing Without Bait 164: Mindful Social Media

June 21st, 2021  |  16 mins 16 secs

Jim Ellermeyer continues to explore the Hivemind and the motivations behind it. Producer Michael Sorg talks about the positive side of Social Media and privacy, some big tips for protecting yourself online, determining what part of you is online, and how what you say relates to free speech

Classic Episode: Spa Day | Episode 74

June 15th, 2021  |  12 mins 52 secs

Jim Ellermeyer discusses the “nose blindness” you have on your own life and hitting that reset button with a personal “Spa day” to reset your internal senses.  How are our lives like planting flowers?  Subscribe to our Podcast...