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Conversations With Thomas is a podcast where humor, heart, and a touch of sass collide. Hosted by Thomas Kevin Dolan, each episode explores raw, real topics like self-compassion, healing, and the delightful mess of being human. As the seventh of ten kids, Thomas didn’t always have a voice—now he’s sharing it with you, and trust us, you’ll want to hear this. Expect vulnerability, laughs, and thought-provoking questions that dive into subjects most people avoid (because, let's face it, some to ...
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Rituals That Bind Us In this soulful and insightful episode, Thomas Kevin Dolan explores the quiet power of ritual—the small, sacred acts that tether us to meaning, to one another, and to ourselves. Broadcasting from Honolulu, Hawai`i, Thomas begins with a heartfelt land acknowledgment and a warm welcome into a conversation that blends research, pe…
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Thanking Our Mistakes What if your biggest mistakes were actually your best teachers? In this heartful (and slightly sparkly) episode of Conversations With Thomas, we explore the radical idea of not just learning from our faults—but actually thanking them. You'll hear: • Why mistakes are neurologically good for us (yes, science backs your awkward m…
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The Platinum Rule In this episode of Conversations with Thomas, we explore a powerful shift in how we relate to one another: from the Golden Rule to the Platinum Rule—"Treat others the way they want to be treated." Thomas Kevin Dolan invites you into a soulful conversation blending science, story, and spirit. You'll hear insights from psychology, q…
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In this warm, witty, and wisdom-packed episode of Conversations with Thomas, host Thomas Kevin Dolan explores the tender art of kindFULLness—a powerful blend of mindfulness and self-compassion. Through vulnerable storytelling, science-backed insight, and just the right dash of humor, Thomas shows how practicing kindFULLness isn’t about escaping lif…
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Bridge Burning How often have you heard quotes like these: “Keep burning those bridges. It’s going to be lonely on that island of yours.” “Don’t burn bridges you may have to cross later.” Or my favorite: “Don’t burn a bridge and expect them to send a boat.” Usually, this is pretty sound advice. The one thing they are all missing is that little aste…
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Grind or Ground Grounding allows you to develop the capacity to appreciate your genuine rhythm and feel a natural, relaxing flow in both your internal and exterior worlds. Grind Culture is not really about Making It to The Top. It’s about trying to compensate for a lack of self-worth built in by a society that wants you to feel this way so that it …
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The 18 Inch Journey From this inner knowing comes great wisdom of understanding of the truth of your experience and your nature. When we look into our hearts, we are able to access that deep wisdom and use it to inform our minds with crucial information it does not receive from the outside world. It is easy to allow the heart to take a backseat bec…
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Self-FULL Many of you know that I, at one time, had 9 other siblings. And of course, from my Mom’s vantage point, the best version of her children were the ones that weren’t going to be selfish. I was loved when I shared. I hated sharing with my siblings. Having nothing of my own growing up was quite painful. So as much as I learned to share, I pre…
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BADASS ANCESTORS James Nasymth shares this wisdom, “Our history begins before we are born. We represent the hereditary influences of our race, & our ancestors virtually live in us.” We are part of a lineage, a stream of intention and creation whose fountain springs from our ancestors. Their lives have been lived and completed with a beginning-middl…
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Refresh I love the word refresh. It’s such a perfect word to describe starting again or returning to something. In fact, we even use it as a computer term. Sometimes when I’m working on my computer, leave it for a while, and then come back, things freeze up. Certain programs aren’t working properly anymore. So I have to refresh my computer screen. …
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It is such a privilege to grow older & as I breathe into each day with gratitude, I realize there is a lot in my life that I find I cannot control. For what seems like a myriad of strategies, learned from brilliant therapists & terrific life coaches, even I at times fall prey to feeling helpless and distraught, while frantically trying to manage wh…
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“When you argue with reality, you lose, but only 100% of the time.” I heard this quote for the first time when reading a book by Byron Katie, and my brain screamed that I really needed to pay attention to this sentence. As a WayFinder Coach trained in Byron Katie’s work, literally called The Work. Think about this; when we argue with reality, we ar…
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Although it felt a bit nebulous, maybe even boring when I thought about sharing a conversation about challenge, I’ve landed on now seeing its merits. During this podcast I’ll share some thoughts about challenge, challenging ourselves and what all of that really means. Think back to the last time you challenged yourself. Most likely, it involved lea…
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As an author I know the value of writing & even more important I know the power of story. Let's take a journey down memory lane. How much do you remember about the last 3 months? Do you remember everything you did? Or is it a bit of a blur and you remember just a handful of moments? When I think back, I almost always find that time has flown and I …
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There have been many occasions in my life where I’ve felt lonely. Some of these times I remember as incredibly painful; other times, I’ve relished in my solitude. During some periods, I’ve even forced myself into seclusion, which comes easily to me as an introvert. One thing all of these solo experiences have taught me is that it’s okay to be alone…
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In this podcast I’ll chat about life’s mess - we’ve all been there or perhaps you’re sitting in one right now. It may sound strange to hear, but I’m going to advocate for you to embrace the mess - perhaps at times champion it. Your defects and weaknesses make you authentic. Don't focus on your shortcomings. Never assume that others just see those t…
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In this podcast I’ll share my experience with the energy of ritual - both big R ritual - like that created to acknowledge the passing of someone I love or little r ritual like taking the time to express my gratitude for the gift of waking up in the morning. I’ll share some of my rituals, offer an overview of what ritual is and then share some of th…
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Setting intentions is more than just a self-help trend—it's a transformative practice that influences how we navigate our daily lives. My memoir, Little Fag: A Journey of Self-Acceptance & Healing is filled with examples of how my life unfolded both with intention & without. Intention is about cultivating a mindset and heartset that guides our acti…
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What is contemplation? The Oxford Dictionary describes it as a noun meaning “deep reflective thought”. I would never have thought I had a contemplative bone in my body, but of course that narrative is bullshit. My intention with this episode and perhaps every 12th episode, is to share the workings of some level of contemplation from my life. I’ll f…
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As Joseph Campbell said in The Power of Myth: There’s a centre of quietness within, which has to be known and held. If you lose that centre, you are in tension and begin to fall apart. The Centre doesn’t have a location, yet, there are physical regions associated with it. It’s more of a dynamic point of psychic equilibrium or inner balance. When yo…
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We often envision growth as a straight line, a steady upward climb towards our goals. We picture ourselves diligently checking off tasks, achieving milestones one after another, and ultimately reaching the pinnacle of success with a sense of accomplishment. However, the reality of growth is far more nuanced and rarely resembles this linear ideal. A…
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The impact of technology on human connection and the human condition is complex. While it provides unparalleled opportunities for virtual connectivity, it is necessary to navigate the digital landscape with purpose. Balancing technology use, prioritizing face-to-face interactions, and rethinking cultural norms around connection are critical steps i…
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My little guy, Tommy, calls for me to stop connecting with the world at times. He invites me to connect with him on the beach. To stop thinking so much, to stop analyzing all the time. His call, his playful nudge is to start feeling & start dreaming. I’ve learned to love him, yet it’s taken some effort. I love this from Glennon Doyle, from her book…
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I have a complicated relationship with to-do lists. They are undeniably useful for plotting out my day or week ahead of time, and they can be a great way to hold myself accountable for getting things done. But they are designed to remind me of all the things I haven’t done. As soon as I cross off one task, another one or two or 10 await me. The who…
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In this podcast I’ll chat about why everyone’s always going on about how we should “practice gratitude” in life, and while I agree that it’s good to be grateful for all the good things you have in life, I discovered it’s not exactly the game-changer people claim it is. In fact, sometimes it turns into toxic positivity and doesn’t make you feel all …
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As much as you trust yourself, you must also trust the Universe. If you only trust yourself without trusting the Universe, you miss the point, and if you only trust the Universe without trusting yourself, you cut off your power as conscious creator of your life - you kick your partner, the Universe to the curb. If you’re called to be a successful a…
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Some people consider their problems to come from outside conditions. They try in vain to change the world surrounding them in hope things will improve. This seldom works because their thoughts are out of alignment. It was the French-born novelist Anais Nin who said: “You do not see the world as it is. You see it as you are.” What you hold in mind c…
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Glimmers are those tiny, seemingly insignificant moments when you feel a sense of joy, pleasure, peace, and gratitude. They’re often catalyzed by simple, daily things like petting an animal, taking a hot shower, or listening to the rain outside your window. The term “glimmers” was coined by Deb Dana, a licensed clinical social worker who specialize…
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During this podcast I share some thoughts on resilience - what it is, what it isn’t. I challenge the notion that we always have to be resilient, but what if being tough isn’t always the answer. And l share some tips - in what I call “The Bounce Factor,” my 4-steps to “bouncing back.” Resilience will help you find joy in self-transformation, showing…
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During this podcast I’m leaning into a conversation about our collective flight from conversation. If you’re looking to upgrade your conversation skills or maybe you simply want to better understand the value of having more face-to-face time with folks in your life, this episode is for you. I think we’ve sacrificed conversation for mere connection.…
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This podcast advocates for living a life fuelled by intuitive, and intellectual insight. It’s perspective, at times, can be awkwardly brilliant. Each episode brings a wealth of valuable advice inspiring growth, and expansion. It explores conversations most humans are afraid to touch. You’ll listen to change-catalysts, culture-shifters, heart render…
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