Recently I did an emotional scene for a movie. By that I mean, I had to cry. It was the first time for me. Upon reflecting on that process, it made me realize some things: Do we allow ourselves to feel our emotions? How do we get to practice feeling these emotions? And are these ways healthy?

What are you projecting onto others? In this episode, we'll discuss the incident at this year's Oscars between Will Smith and Chris Rock, as well as a recent personal situation I found myself in. We'll get into the differences between choosing anger and escalating situations, to choosing peaceful solutions and de-escalate situations. #mentalhealth #anger #podcast    Listen on Spotify, Apple, Google Podcast, iHeartRadio, and wherever podcasts can be found.   The Pete Wong Podcast https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongpodcast https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast

On the night of his junior prom, Ricky received the news that would change his life forever. In this episode, I talk to my college buddy about his story of loss, how he dealt with grief, and what it means to be a Dad. We also had some laughs about a class project that had us stuck in a bathroom together.

Happy New Year 2022! This past holiday was spent in quarantine due to Covid. Pretty sure it was the Omicron variant. Maybe this happened to some of you or someone you know, or maybe you’re going through it right now. It wasn’t fun. In fact, there were moments challenged my mental health. I thought some of the thoughts I had might help others going through it.

I've been away because I had to. A year ago things were very different and certain decisions and choices had to be made. As a result, I've been finding myself in much more difficult and feeling doubtful and unsure in a much different way. Life happens and we have make choices still. I'll try my best to unpack this and share. #selfcare #mentalhealth #work Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcast, iHeartRadio, and wherever podcasts can be found. The Pete Wong Podcast https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongpodcast https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast My Personal Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thepetekwong

I've known our guest since college, but we never knew the details of each other's lives. Moving from France to the Midwest USA, to HMSA (Hmong Minnesota Student Association) then joining the Peace Corps in West Africa! In the latest @thepetewongpodcast I sit down with my good pal to hear how his journey's have provided a perspective of humanity and himself. Episode 26 "Gaining Human Perspective" a conversation with Albert Vang #mentalhealth #peacecorps #health Guest's contact: avang120@gmail.com Ending saying: "dinanu ko ba beenen yoon." My Peace Corps slogan: "lu way jeemul du ko men" = "You'll never get it if you don't try." Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcast, iHeartRadio, and wherever podcasts can be found. Like, Subscribe, and Follow for new episodes! The Pete Wong Podcast https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongpodcast https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast My personal Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/petekwong

After coming across Joe Rogan on the Breaking Points podcast talking about how the constructs of the film/entertainment industry effect people's behaviors and interactions, I felt encouraged even compelled to share my own experiences working in the film industry in China and Hollywood. After many years have past, looking back at the choices I made, and how today I would choose to make different choices for the sake of my mental health.

For the past couple of weeks I found myself visiting doctors and in the ER due to stress and anxiety. I wanted to take sometime to share with you what happened, what I've learned about it and from others, in case any of you ever have to go through it.

Celebrations have become important to me. In fact, it's something I try to incorporate daily if not weekly. This past Saturday May 8, 2021 I celebrated my 42nd birthday doing the things I love with those I love. Thought I'd share with you some of the details of how it was spent. #celebration #mentalhealth #asian Listen to this and other episodes on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcast, iHeartRadio, and wherever podcasts can be found. Instagram: @thepetewongpodcast

With the increase in Asian hate crimes and with the spa shooting in Atlanta last week, decided to take a moment to reflect on it as only as I could, honestly. This was a very difficult episode to unpack, but one that I felt necessary.   Episode 22: "Love or Hate" - My Response to Asian Hate Crimes. #mentalhealth #hatecrimes #asianamerican   Things you can do to help:   1) Report incidents when they occur or are noticed. Getting them logged is important. 2) Do a "check in" with your Asian friends. 3) Donate your time or money to an organization doing the work. (Minnesota: https://caalmn.org) 4) Get in touch with https://stopaapihate.org 5) Use 'your superpower 'or what you do best to help the cause.   If you'd like to be a guest and discuss more about this together please send me an email at: thepetewongpodcast@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast   Let's Stand Together! Thank you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSEvN--g8fY

Entrepreneur, Coach, Podcast Host, and Writer Lee Davy from 1000 Days Sober joins us to share about his mission to help 1 million people reveal the truths about alcohol and other addictions as well ways we all can be living life with more consciousness. Guest Contact: Official Website: https://www.1000dayssober.com​ IG: https://www.instagram.com/1000dayssober​ Subscribe to our channel to catch the latest episodes! ... Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, and wherever you listen to podcasts! ... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongpodcast​ Email: thepetewongpodcast@gmail.com

Football player Ana Lucía Martínez, Forward for the Italian Serie B club Roma Calcio Femminile Official joins us to share her story about growing up in Guatemala, what it's like to be a professional athlete, and the importance of mental health. Listen in as we learn all about how living her life in excellence continues to pave the way for others to live their purpose! Ep 20 - "Live in Excellence" with guest 'Analu' Martínez with co-host Henry Rodriguez. #soccer #mentalhealth #excellence #girls #gutemala #sports Guest contact: https://instagram.com/analu_m?igshid=69p7gr33r73o SUBSCRIBE to our channel to catch the latest episodes when they release! Listen and watch on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcast, and other podcast platforms!

On the night of Feb. 25, 1964 friends Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali), Jim Brown, Sam Cooke, and Malcom X meetup at a hotel in Miami, each at turning points in their lives. This is the premise of the Amazon Studios film 'One Night in Miami...' directed by Regina King based on the play by Kemp Powers. Sat down with Orpheus Black to talk about this film. History, vulnerability, power, integrity, being black, and sharing truths these were a few of the topics we discussed. Guest contact: https://www.instagram.com/orpheus.black.12 Remember to SUBSCRIBE for more episodes! For more information or to schedule a guest speaking appearance with Pete visit: https://www.unleashdabeast.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast Listen and watch on Youtube, Spotify, Podbean, Google Podcast, and other platforms!

On Christmas Eve this year, out in the middle of the cold a man approached me and asked if I could help him out. In the latest episode I reflect back on that evening and how in that moment I made the choice to help him out with $100, and how the consequences of these actions could have ruined the holiday and those I cared about, but instead turned out to be an experience so valuable that no amount of money could ever buy or predict. 1) Weekly 'topic' sessions with Pete start soon! Meet with me to have a conversation on a particular subject. Positivity, Healthy Routines, Fitness, Breathing, Grief, etc. etc. One on one or in a small group. If this sounds like it's for you leave a comment or email me: thepetewongpodcast@gmail.com 2) 'Courageous Conversations' - Our latest weekly accountability group sessions. Learn and grow with each other. Contact me if you're interested in joining. For more information or to schedule a guest speaking appearance with Pete visit: https://www.unleashdabeast.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongpodcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast Listen and Watch on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ceasrMVY55JJt8bfF4ep9 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTD47qjhUZO5uD2uXWmoHsg

Times weren't always good between us, but as I sat with it I started remembering the good times...and there were many of them. In this episode I share about our friendship and about the lines we cross between love, safety, and forgiveness.

2020 had something for everyone. I was asked to vacate my place in Los Angeles because of my views on Black Lives Matter (BLM.) Set for a return back to Minnesota, then just two weeks before my flight while returning a book to a friend I was possibly exposed to Covid. For 14 days I quarantined in a hotel room in North Hollywood not knowing what or how things would turn out. Relying on my mind body spirit training, the love and support from family and friends, a positive attitude, and tons of faith I made the choice to persevere. I asked my best friend Henry Rodriguez to co-host so I could share my story for the final episode of the year. Guests Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/henryzimo For more information or to schedule a guest speaking appearance with Pete visit https://www.unleashdabeast.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast  

Emily sits down with us for our first Christmas special to share her story about recognizing and coping with anxiety, how the discovery of EDM (Electronic Dance Music) helped her and when shows and festivals shut down and were no longer available because of the pandemic, how she made the choice to do the work and heal. Episode #15: "Manifest It" - How making healthier choices can lead us to exactly where we need to be.  Guests Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ohembillymarie2.0 Tik Tok: @ohembillymarie For more information or to schedule a guest speaking appearance with Pete visit https://www.unleashdabeast.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast  

More people are finding themselves depressed in our current times. Many of us are having difficulty keeping up with our relationships with family, friends, and significant others going. By recognizing our needs and adapting and adjusting our forms of communication we can learn how to keep our relationships growing and thriving.

Going "off book" this episode. My apartment flooded recently, thought it'd be a way to share ways we can face life's challenging moments. Those moments we don't expect to happen to us but somehow do. For more information or to schedule a guest speaking appearance with Pete visit https://www.unleashdabeast.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepetewongpodcast Listen and Watch on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ceasrMVY55JJt8bfF4ep9 Podbean: https://thepetewongpodcast.podbean.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTD47qjhUZO5uD2uXWmoHsg

Best bud Josh Dyrud joins us in this week's episode to talk many things including comics, culture, and growing up mixed race and how he was able to maneuver and find his own path. Josh's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dyjomedia Listen and Watch on: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ceasrM... https://thepetewongpodcast.podbean.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTD4... For more information or to schedule a guest speaking appearance with Pete visit https://www.unleashdabeast.net https://www.facebook.com/thepetewongp... https://www.instagram.com/thepetewong...