
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 32:
Purpose, Passion And Making A Difference With Ruth Ann Rigby [Episode 32]
Host Dr. Flowers, Co-Host Robin French and VIP Guest, Ruth Ann Rigby discuss finding your purpose and passion as well as Ruth Ann’s upcoming projects. Ruth Ann shares her personal journey with recovery and how she has chosen to make it her life mission to give back.
Episode 31:
The Paradox Of Codependency And Mental Health With Adam Swanson [Episode 31]
Host Dr. James Flowers, Co-Host Robin French, and VIP Guest, Adam Swanson, discuss codependency in mental health and families, setting strong boundaries with family for helping navigate to end the repeated patterns, the process of healing from trauma and what barriers often get in the way.
Episode 29:
Treating The Whole Person With “The Global Gynecologist” Dr. Catherine Karmel [Episode 29]
Host Dr. Flowers, Co-Host Robin French and VIP Guest Dr. Catherine Karmel discuss how Dr. Karmel incorporates the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of a patient in her treatment and diagnosis. Dr. Karmel shares with the audience “for better or for worse” she’s been blessed with a diagnostic 6th sense which is why she loves partnering with the J. Flowers Health Institute team.
Episode 27:
“Yukwatsistay^” Our Fire, Our Spirit, Within Each One Of Us With Debra Valentino [Episode 27]
Debra Valentino is an enrolled member of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin, and descendent of the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin who has dedicated her life to those who express an interest in getting a clean and sober lifestyle. Dr. James Flowers, Robin French and Debra Valentino discuss combating the Opioid struggle in Indian Country along with the immediate need to understand what this all entails and what other struggles it brings to our communities.
Episode 26:
When Life Takes Your Breath Away With Dr. Rex Marco [Episode 26]
Host Dr. Flowers, co-host Robin French, and VIP Guest Dr. Rex Marco discuss how to decrease stress, burnout, pain and anxiety as well as how to improve resilience. Dr. Marco shares his passion for medical research to advance the fields of spine surgery and orthopedic oncology as well as his upcoming projects to improve the quality of life for those with disabilities.
Episode 22:
Episode 22: Mental Milestones Of Motherhood with Gabriela Gerhart
Host Dr. Flowers, Co-Host Robin French and VIP Guest Gabriela Gerhart talks about recognizing the signs of post-partum depression in new mothers and what to do. She discusses in great detail all that they are/do at the Motherhood Center and how it greatly affects the emotional well-being of mom, baby, and the family as a whole. Gaby also updates James and Robin on the Motherhood Center’s exciting new projects!
Guest Social Media Handles:
Facebook: Motherhood Center
LinkedIn: Gabriela Gerhart
JFHI Social Media Handles: facebook.com/jflowershealth, instagram.com/jflowershealth/, twitter.com/JFlowersHealth, linkedin.com/company/jflowershealth/