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Marcia Sirota
@marciasirota.bsky.social
Psychiatrist, writer, speaker, podcaster, shit disturber
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TIFFTalk50 Episode 2: Meadowlarks

Photos by: Elora Braden, Tyler Hagan, & George Hupka. Courtesy of: Mongrel Media, Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF), & BOAF Films EFF Inc./BOAF Films JFL Inc.

#fyp #TIFF50 #torontointernationalfilmfestival #tiff #filmfestival
@TIFF50
December 4, 2025 at 1:00 AM
#wisdomwednesday When someone tries to rush you into a relationship, beware. When they push you too fast, they don’t give you the time to tune in to your feelings or needs, so you’re destabilized and can’t make a conscious, informed choice. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
December 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
How do you manage your stress as the holiday season begins? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll and let us know.

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#poll #stress #psychiatry #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
November 26, 2025 at 2:43 PM
In the recent episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the new docuseries Suspicious Minds with series host Sean King O'Grady.

Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3XdRJvl

#reelmental #podcast #fyp #agoricmedia #mentalhealth #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
@agoricmedia
November 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
#wisdomwednesday Loving parents set their children up to be self-sufficient, successful, and capable of meaningful relationships. Selfish parents set their children up to be people-pleasers, starting with them. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I speak with award-winning filmmaker Lauren Melinda about her new film, Before You.

Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/4oWgqJ6

#reelmental #podcast #fyp #psychology #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
November 24, 2025 at 11:00 PM
In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I speak with award-winning filmmaker Lauren Melinda about her new film, Before You.

Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/4oWgqJ6

#reelmental #podcast #fyp #pregnancy #grief #psychology #mentalhealth #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
November 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
#wisdomwednesday Being a people-pleaser backfires because you inevitably attract users who are incapable of loving you or seeing your true value. Instead, they recognize your insecurities and feel empowered to take advantage of you or mistreat you. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
November 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
#wisdomwednesday You know your family member is toxic when they always make you feel inadequate and like you have to earn their approval. Positive family members make you feel good about yourself and like you’re loved unconditionally. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
November 12, 2025 at 3:22 PM
#wisdomwednesday There’s a big difference between being judgemental and having good judgment. The former is being unreasonably critical; the latter is facing the truth about reality and then making the appropriate choices. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
November 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
𝗪𝗲'𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲: 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁! In this episode I speak with Dr. Robert A. Neimeyer about grief and grieving.

Listen now:
https://bit.ly/4qAoYXh

#ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
October 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM
𝗪𝗲'𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲: 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁! In this episode I speak with Dr. Robert A. Neimeyer about grief and grieving.

Listen now:
https://bit.ly/4qAoYXh

#ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
October 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM
We’ve reached an amazing milestone: our 200th episode of the Ruthless Compassion podcast!! Take part in our new poll to let us know what topics you'd like to hear about next.

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#poll #mentalhealth #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
October 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
#wisdomwednesday If someone’s behaviour shows you that they don’t care about your needs and feelings, you don’t negotiate with them. You leave. Negotiations are only effective if the other person cares about what you’re saying. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
October 29, 2025 at 1:01 PM
#wisdomwednesday The narcissist makes you feel guilty for having an appropriate (negative) reaction to their bad behaviour. In fact, your reaction is sane and they’re trying to make you crazy. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
October 22, 2025 at 1:01 PM
TIFFTalk50 Episode 1: Eleanor the Great

Images Courtesy of: Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF) & Sony Pictures Classics

#fyp #TIFF50 #tiff #filmfestival #filmreview #filmrecap #tifftalk #moviereview #moviesynopsis #psychology #mentalhealth #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
@TIFF50
October 20, 2025 at 11:00 PM
How do you deal with family conflict over the holidays? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll and let us know.

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#poll #conflict #thanksgiving #mentalhealth #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
October 16, 2025 at 11:00 PM
In the latest episode of the Ruthless Compassion podcast I speak with Ira Chaleff on how to be an informed, empowered citizen.

Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3KT59tS

#politics #tyrant #polarization #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
October 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
In the latest episode of the Ruthless Compassion podcast I speak with Ira Chaleff on how to be an informed, empowered citizen.

Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3KT59tS

#politics #tyrant #polarization #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
October 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
#wisdomwednesday Today, more than ever, we need compassion, empathy, and tolerance. We can heal the world, one act of kindness at a time. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
October 15, 2025 at 1:02 PM
#wisdomwednesday Being kind doesn’t mean tolerating abuse or disrespect. It means being caring and thoughtful, while having good boundaries. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
October 8, 2025 at 1:01 PM
In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the Toronto International Film Festival® short film, "Butterfly on a Wheel," with writer, director, and composer Trevor Morris.

Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/4qeuHlw

#reelmental #podcast #TIFF50 #befiercelykind
October 7, 2025 at 11:00 PM
In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the Toronto International Film Festival® short film, "Butterfly on a Wheel," with writer, director, and composer Trevor Morris.

Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/4qeuHlw

#reelmental #podcast #TIFF50 #befiercelykind
October 7, 2025 at 11:00 PM
#wisdomwednesday Happiness doesn’t come from money, power, or influence. It comes from connection and belonging. Let’s not waste our lives chasing happiness in the wrong places. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
October 1, 2025 at 1:01 PM
How do you deal with difficult family members? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll and let us know.

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#poll #mentalhealth #psychology #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
September 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM