Different Paths

Armour Street Theatre - April 24, 2026 This was a pre-show talk prior to 4/24’s performance about why it is important to listen for the intent of someone’s words, rather than be seduced by the content of that communication. The Lifespan of a Fact explores the spectrum of truth that can be conveyed through words; however, Dr. Dug Y. Lee Lebel will discuss how we can discover a deeper truth when we listen with our brains instead of our ears. Dr. Dug is a Davidson-based clinical psychologist who is board-certified in couple and family psychology. This presentation is in collaboration with The Public Education Committee of the North Carolina Psychological Foundation, whose mission is to “give psychology away” through public education.

Dr. Dug discusses 5 ways stylists can prevent and combat emotional burnout. 00:00:34 Be a Friendapist 00:01:39 Exchange energy 00:02:52 Be mindful 00:04:56 Treat yourself as valuable 00:05:43 Be authentic Psychology For is a series geared toward different types of professionals who meaningfully interact with the public, but may not be prepared for the emotional cost. Stylists are expected to naturally have great social skills and be able to practice their craft in a way that is mentally healthy and sustainable. However, similar to people in other service industries, stylists are typically people who 1) care intensely about their clients, 2) have high expectations of themselves, and 3) are attuned to the needs of others. These characteristics are strengths, for the most part, until they start to contribute to burn-out. This playlist is for stylists who would like a helping hand in how to better manage themselves on a day-to-day basis.

This video is for stylists who would like to better understand why they (or their peers) are “losing steam” due to emotional exhaustion. Dr. Dug will address 5 big contributors to burnout in the stylist industry. 00:00:44 Acting like an untrained therapist 00:02:12 Taking responsibility for clients’ happiness 00:03:14 Anxious Tendencies 00:04:26 Going into self-protect mode 00:05:37 Mistaking the service industry for the selfless industry Psychology For is a series geared toward different types of professionals who meaningfully interact with the public, but may not be prepared for the emotional cost. Stylists are expected to naturally have great social skills and be able to practice their craft in a way that is mentally healthy and sustainable. However, similar to people in other service industries, stylists are typically people who 1) care intensely about their clients, 2) have high expectations of themselves, and 3) are attuned to the needs of others. These characteristics are strengths, for the most part, until they start to contribute to burn-out. This playlist is for stylists who would like a helping hand in how to better manage themselves on a day-to-day basis.

Have you given up trying to remember every single thing a client talks about? This show is for stylists who would like to know which specific facts are the most important to remember - and why it is vital to remember these facts. Think of it this way - why does it feel so good when the server at your favorite restaurant remembers your name or remembers that you typically come in with your son? Dr. Dug touches on the the basic human need to not feel alone and to feel like your existence is meaningful to someone. 00:00:39 Existentialism 00:01:51 Nickname 00:02:30 Relationship Status 00:02:42 Children 00:03:11 Profession 00:03:41 Unusual 00:04:12 Continued Topic Psychology For is a series geared toward different types of professionals who meaningfully interact with the public, but may not be prepared for the emotional cost. Stylists are expected to naturally have great social skills and be able to practice their craft in a way that is mentally healthy and sustainable. However, similar to people in other service industries, stylists are typically people who 1) care intensely about their clients, 2) have high expectations of themselves, and 3) are attuned to the needs of others. These characteristics are strengths, for the most part, until they start to contribute to burn-out. This playlist is for stylists who would like a helping hand in how to emotionally thrive on a day-to-day basis.

Final Friday Dr. Dug Live will be back in a few months! As we go into the new year, many of us resolve to make certain changes; however, when we send ourselves mixed messages, we may not be setting ourselves up for success. Dr. Dug will be answering your questions about how to communicate, interact, and relate with yourself to create consistency and trust. FFDDL episodes will also be posted on YouTube for later viewing in case you do not feel right about ditching work in order to spend 30 minutes with Dr. Dug! 00:02:39:01 New Year’s Resolutions and the brain 00:08:12:03 Healthy Eating Resolution 00:13:27:06 Self-Care Resolution 00:20:31:18 Bad Poker Face Disclaimer (of course): Dr. Dug will not address questions that she deems to be more appropriate for a psychotherapy setting (https://www.dr-dug.com/post/what-are-the-differences-between-psychology-coaching-and-therapy) - those topics require knowledge of your background and context. The information that Dr. Dug provides on YouTube is not intended nor implied to be used as medical diagnosis, treatment, or a substitute for professional medical advice. If you are having any kind of medical emergency, contact your primary healthcare provider, the closest emergency department, or 911.

In this first episode of Final Friday Dr. Dug Live, the theme is Navigate Family Communication. For all of you who have family visiting, either this month or next, Dr. Dug answered your questions about how to best communicate with family members (especially when they trigger us SO much!) and other topics around communicating, interacting, and relating. Dr. Dug goes live the final Friday of every month from 3-3:30 PM Eastern (12-12:30 PM Pacific). FFDDL episodes will also be posted on YouTube for later viewing in case you do not feel right about ditching work in order to spend 30 minutes with Dr. Dug! Disclaimer (of course): Dr. Dug will not address questions that she deems to be more appropriate for a psychotherapy setting (https://www.dr-dug.com/post/what-are-the-differences-between-psychology-coaching-and-therapy) - those topics require knowledge of your background and context. The information that Dr. Dug provides on YouTube is not intended nor implied to be used as medical diagnosis, treatment, or a substitute for professional medical advice. If you are having any kind of medical emergency, contact your primary healthcare provider, the closest emergency department, or 911.

Dr. Dug talks about a communication error that can have a very big impact on relationships, jobs, and life satisfaction: Assumptions. She goes into 3 strategies to help you avoid this potentially big pitfall. 00:00:00 Introduction and examples 00:01:00 Helpful side of assumptions 00:01:52 Not helpful side of assumptions 00:02:41 Strategies to avoid assumption 00:02:50 Look at other person as if they’re an alien 00:03:53 Strategy 1: Introduce doubt 00:04:35 Strategy 2: Assume innocence until proven guilty 00:04:55 Strategy 3: Be curious instead of right 00:05:38 Apply strategies to conversation with mom Be sure to catch Dr. Dug live the final Friday of every month from 3-3:30 PM Eastern (12-12:30 PM Pacific) where she answers your psychology coaching questions.

In this episode, Dr. Dug gives an update about her move and a brief recap of her history. Creative Psychology with Dr. Dug is dedicated to exploring psychological and mental well-being from a different and creative angle. When we can see things from a new perspective, this often helps our brains to open up to greater possibilities – usually resulting in increased insight and a-ha’s about how “same-old” concepts can be innovatively applied to other parts of our life.