There seems to be two competing paradigms used to describe the causes of severe mental distress. One takes a more objective scientific approach Read more »
Crazywise
Debra Thompson Harvey, our producer, recommended that we interview Gabor Mate after reading his book “In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts”. Read more »
Our latest interview, as we continue research and story development about the treatment options for mental disorders, was with Daniel B. Fisher. Dr. Fisher has an M.D., Ph.D., Read more »
Adam took me aside a few days ago and let me know that he was feeling uncomfortable in the way he was being portrayed on the blog. Below is a post written first hand by Adam to share with us the full spectrum of his process. As Adam mentions, “My healing is to embrace this light…and where it is coming from is from my shadow.” Read more »
Making a documentary film requires a level of teamwork over and beyond any of my past photography projects. I always enjoy the challenge, but couldn’t do it without the gracious help of many individuals. One of whom has been instrumental to Crazywise. Read more »
When I decided to start documenting Shamans, the first country I visited was Siberia. Director and filmmaker, Kevin Tomlinson, joined me and we have been great friends, working on projects together ever since. Kevin recently has come on as co-director for Crazywise and brings a wealth of filmmaking experience.
This project started as a cross-cultural exploration of the way severe mental distress is defined and treated. After interviewing close to 20 different psychologist and psychiatrist, we have found some emerging alternatives for mental health recovery. Read more »
Sara and Clint, the previous owners of SoulFood Books recently had twin girls! They decided to concentrate on raising their family and have turned over ownership of SoulFood to long time customers Makia and Kevin. Read more »
Adam has been staying at his friend Craig’s apartment, who had an extra room. Craig recently found someone to rent the room, meaning that Adam will soon be homeless again. Read more »
When interviewing the people who frequent SoulFood Books we always ask, “What is special about this place?”. The most common answer is, “I can be myself”. Read more »