
Understanding the Human Condition
with Dr. James Flowers
Understanding the Human Condition
with Dr. James Flowers
About Our Podcast
In each episode of “Understanding The Human Condition,” Dr. Flowers and his most-admired mentors, respected colleagues, and VIP guests share valuable insight into underlying health causes, conditions, and issues. These in-depth yet approachable episodes are a great resource for both private individuals and industry professionals.
Our esteemed host, Dr. James Flowers, is one of the most recognized and respected names in the field of chronic pain, mental health, and substance use disorders, both nationally and internationally. Dr. Flowers is the founder of J. Flowers Health Institute located in Houston, Texas.

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Episode 3:
Effective Treatment for the LGBTQ Community
Discussion: Dr. Flowers, co-host Robin French, and Manny Rodriguez discuss the need for – and benefits of – treatment specifically catered to the LGBTQ community.
Listen as they cover how La Fuente Hollywood Treatment Center specializes in intensive treatment for the LGBTQ community, the impact of methamphetamine on gay culture, and how to find the high-quality treatment that takes care of your individual needs.
Episode 2:
All About Addiction
Discussion: Dr. Flowers, co-host Robin French, and Dr. Bryant discuss the stigma of addiction, the spectrum of disordered substance use, spotting the signs, and how to receive the most effective treatment.
Episode 1:
Understanding the Human Condition Pilot
Please join us every week for a new episode of “Understanding The Human Condition” with Dr. James Flowers. Dr. Flowers and his most-admired mentors, respected colleagues and VIP guests will share valuable insight into underlying health causes, conditions and issues. These in-depth yet approachable episodes are a great resource for both private individuals and industry professionals.
Our esteemed host, Dr. James Flowers, is one of the most recognized and respected names in the field of chronic pain, mental health, and substance use disorders, both nationally and internationally. Dr. Flowers is the founder of J. Flowers Health Institute located in Houston, Texas.
For more information about J. Flowers Health Institute and its concierge services, go to jflowershealth.com or dial 713.783.6655 and be sure to mention this podcast.
Episode 68:
Balancing Sleep, Nutrition & Mental Health With Moe Schlachter [Episode 68]
Moe Schlachter is a registered nutritionist and dietician who obtained his Masters of Nutrition degree at Texas Woman’s University. He is a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES formerly known as CDE). Moe has been recognized by the Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as Young Dietician of the Year in 2015 and with the Dietician in Media Award in 2020.
Today, he joins the show to discuss the connection between sleep and nutrition and recommendations for balancing the two in order to achieve sound mental health.
Texas school shooting: How to help kids get through unspeakable horror
Mental health experts explain that the shooting that left 19 children and two teachers dead at a school in Texas is forcing parents and schools to confront how to talk to kids about violence. Dr. James Flowers says these are complex and sensitive conversations and vital.
Episode 62:
Harold Owens and Jimmy Mooney – Becoming a Compassionate Human Being in a Graceless Age [Episode 62]
Harold Owens and Jimmy Mooney met each other over twenty years ago through their individual journeys to recovery and hit it off from the very beginning. In fact, Harold even credits Jimmy with saving his life. Today, Harold and Jimmy reflect on their struggles with addiction and what led them both to work specifically in the addiction treatment field. They expound on the amazing gifts that they received and continue to receive from this journey to recovery and open up about the magic that lies within their friendship. Finally, Harold and Jimmy provide advice to those who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of addiction treatment and encourage them to be continual learners in their pursuit of this goal.
Key Takeaways
01:28 – Harold Owens and Jimmy Mooney join the show to share their unique friendship and the amazing gifts they received through recovery
11:48 – Harold reflects on his own recovery and a career transition he recently underwent
16:12 – Jimmy speaks to the power of being an organ donor
18:37 – Struggles Jimmy had to overcome throughout his journey
21:51 – The magic in Harold and Jimmy’s friendship
23:21 – Advice Harold and Jimmy would give to those looking to enter into the recovery industry
26:02 – Dr. Flowers thanks Harold and Jimmy for joining the show and lets listeners know where they can learn more
Resources Mentioned
JFlowers Health Institute – https://jflowershealth.com/
JFlowers Health Institute Contact – (713) 715-1618
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Harold’s Email – [email protected]
Harold’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/harold-owens-b7514b12/
Jimmy’s LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-mooney-17423693/
**The views and opinions expressed by our guests are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect those of J. Flowers Health Institute. Any content provided by our co-host(s) or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to reflect the philosophy and policies of J. Flowers Health Institute itself. Nor is it intended to malign any recovery method, religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.
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