Author: etff

Becoming Something New

Becoming the widely diverse, multi-cultural society we aspire to be has never before attempted on such a scale.  It requires all of us to learn new ways of thinking and behaving.  And in such a dynamic and ever-changing environment even the best intentioned among us may inadvertently act or speak in a way that offends.

How do we respond?

And how do we respond to those who are opposed to and feel threatened by our inexorable journey to diversification?

Listen to show #75 below!

Call Out Culture

Hatred and fear of others is a virus controlling the minds it infects.  But is it helpful to call out and shame people engaging in hateful speech or behavior?

Is there a more effective way to liberate our brothers and sisters and redirect them toward being kinder, more inclusive, and more curious?

Listen to show #74 below!

Working on our Relationships II

Intimacy is an indispensable human need, but the path to maintaining healthy intimate relationships is illusive.

With plenty of time before Valentine’s Day, join Elaine, Arnell, and our Naturalistic Support community as we consider how a Naturalistic Support approach can help us achieve healthier, stronger, and more satisfying relationships.

Listen to show #73 below!

Working on our Relationships

Intimacy is an indispensable human need, but the path to maintaining healthy intimate relationships is illusive.

With plenty of time before Valentine’s Day, join Elaine, Arnell, and our Naturalistic Support community as we consider how a Naturalistic Support approach can help us achieve healthier, stronger, and more satisfying relationships.

Listen to show #72 below!

Dealing with Loss & Grief 2026 II

Just about everyone has experienced loss and grief.  How can a naturalistic approach help?

Join the discussion with Elaine, Arnell, and the Naturalistic Support community.

Listen to show #71 below!

Dealing with Loss & Grief 2026

Just about everyone has experienced loss and grief.  How can a naturalistic approach help?

Join the discussion with Elaine, Arnell, and the Naturalistic Support community.

Listen to show #70 below!

Dealing with Difficult People II

People who are fortunate enough to have received healthy genes and the essential developmental support vital for the full expression of their human potential are most likely to be caring, kind, and cooperative.  Unfortunately, the world has many people who have not been that lucky.

As a result, we all are likely to encounter people who can be difficult to get along with, at best, and impossible to deal with, at worst.

Whether a coworker, a neighbor, or even a family member, sooner or later almost everyone will have to deal with a difficult person.

Listen to show #69 below!

Dealing with Difficult People

Whether it’s a coworker, a neighbor, or even a family member, sooner or later almost everyone will have to deal with a difficult person.  Today we ask – is there a way to understand difficult people that can protect and empower us?

Join Elaine, Arnell, and the Naturalistic Support Community as we consider this challenging problem.

Listen to show #68 below!

Hopes, Fears, and Dreams for the New Year

Join Arnell and Elaine on New Year’s Eve to talk about all our hopes, fears, and dreams for 2026.  Find out how a Naturalistic Humanist approach can support the expression of our fullest potential.

Listen to show #67 below!

Naturalistic Xmas Special!

Equal Time for Freethought’s annual Naturalistic Christmas Special returns on Thursday December 25th from 3 to 5 via Naturalistic Support – with two jam packed hours including: a conversation with Santa Claus, a special transcendent meditation, a new interview with a space scientist (because it’s the winter solstice), plus Christmas music and parody songs.

Listen to show #66 below!