Psychologist Barbara Becker Holstein Announces New Film and Podcast Interview Focused on Relationships and Resilience

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, author of the bestselling ebook 'Women's Freedom: The Dawn of Possibilities', has announced the upcoming release of a new film titled 'I Had An Affair With My Husband'. The film, set for release in early 2026, follows a married couple named Laura and Larry as they navigate boredom in their relationship, leading to unexpected developments when Larry accidentally becomes the man Laura adores. Dr. Holstein and her husband, Dr. Russell Holstein, both practicing psychologists in Long Branch, New Jersey, drew inspiration from a personal experience during a vacation where a stranger entered their lives, realizing the story's relatability to common marital issues like the seven-year itch.

The Holsteins decided to write their story, eventually developing it into a film script. Dr. Barbara Holstein has long focused on women's mental health and potential through various media, including writings, books, podcasts, and her innovative "selfie filmmaking," which includes coming-of-age films for tweens, teens, and parents. Meanwhile, Dr. Russell Holstein has specialized in research on insurance and its impact on mental health care access, highlighting limitations in the field. Their collaborative film project aims to engage audiences with themes of relationships and personal growth.

In addition to the film announcement, Dr. Holstein revealed a new interview available on her Building Resilience And Self Esteem podcast, featuring author Mitch Abrams. Dr. Abrams is a sport, clinical, and forensic psychologist with over 25 years of experience, known as an expert in anger management in sports. The interview explores how to normalize and harness anger to achieve peak performance, set goals, and optimize relationships. It is accessible at her website, https://www.enchantedself.com/resilience-self-esteem-podcast/.

Dr. Holstein's work centers on wrapping Positive Psychology concepts in engaging media forms, such as bestselling books, award-winning films, podcasts, and stage plays. Her recent book, 'Conflict and a Bit of Magic', helps children build self-esteem by reading a girl's journal, while her workbook 'Secrets' became a bestseller in the 'Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression' category. She also created The Selfie Showcase, a project allowing young people aged 13 to 18 to express concerns and solutions through selfie videos on important subjects, addressing anxiety and stress. More information about this initiative is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com.

Her presentations, including those based on Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on platforms like YouTube, Vimeo, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV under 'The Enchanted Self Presents'. Dr. Holstein's primary website, http://www.enchantedself.com, offers further resources, and her Enchanted Self site has been recognized among the best in positive psychology. Through these efforts, she continues to make psychological insights accessible and relatable, fostering resilience and self-esteem in diverse audiences.