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Psychology in 10 Minutes
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Does AI therapy work? I had a session to find out!
More and more people are using ChatGPT and other chatbots for psychotherapy and mental health. But, are they any good? I have a counseling session wit...
Do I analyze my friends? A psychologist's response
If you met me at a party, would I be analyzing you? Here's my answer, along with some surprising facts about therapy. Video version of this episode at...
Are we getting mindfulness wrong?
Western psychologists borrowed mindfulness meditation from the Buddhist tradition. But, did they get it right? Here's one Buddhist Monk's take. Check...
The Truth about Loneliness (and what to do about it)
In an age of unprecedented interconnection, we're feeling lonelier than ever. But there are some surprisingly simple things we can do about it. View t...
Why you should get a pet
Besides being cute, here are four ways science shows that pets may be good for our mental and physical health. Check out the video version of this pod...
Was the Buddha a psychologist?
In this episode, I speak with Buddhist monk Phra Pandit about the relationship between Buddhism and psychology. Check out the full video interview at...
Why get a PhD in psychology?
If you're considering a PhD in clinical or counseling psychology, you'll want to listen.
Finding meaning and satisfaction as we age
Here's the insight that may help us find meaning and fulfillment as we get older. If you love the show, get your copy of the 'Psychology in 10 Minutes...
How music alters our moods and perceptions
There's no question that music can alter our mood. But new research is showing it might do much more.
Surprising Psychology Facts: Motivation Edition
Research shows that some surprisingly simple motivation hacks can also be surprisingly effective. Here are three insights from motivation science that...
Emotional and physical pain are more similar than you think
Imagine if, someday, you could take a pill that would help with loneliness as readily as Tylenol helps with a headache. If you like the show, buy me a...
Why human memory is far from perfect
I came to believe my own lie. Here's how, and what it tells us about human memory. If you like the show, buy me a coffee (or two!) at https://buymeaco...
The psychology of travel: Part 2
Why travel--especially when it involves experiences within cultures different from our own--can help us be more creative and flexible in our thinking.
The psychology of travel: Part 1
Here's why experiences--like travel--generally boost our happiness more than material objects, like the latest gadget or fancy pair of shoes.
What is forgiveness?
You've probably heard the saying "forgiveness is a virtue." Is it really? And, what exactly is forgiveness, anyway? - If you enjoy this episode, pleas...
Why it’s hard to make decisions
Freedom of choice is a great thing. But, it's also easy to get overwhelmed by choices and psych ourselves out. Here's what psychologists know about wh...
Loving someone with a terminal illness
When a loved one has a serious illness, it's hard to know how to provide emotional support. Here are four tips that may help. (Consider becoming a pat...
Why do we procrastinate?
Though procrastination is a common and disruptive problem, some surprisingly simple solutions might help.
Can people ”manifest” positive outcomes?
Why #LuckyGirlSyndrome and other versions of "the power of positive thinking" may not be helpful for everyone.
Is artificial intelligence the future of psychotherapy?
How is artificial intelligence going to change psychotherapy? Let's find out what ChatGPT thinks. If you enjoy the show, consider becoming a patron! w...
Why nostalgia is on the rise
People are once again snapping Polaroids, adopting Tamagotchis, and revisiting TV shows of yesteryear. Here's what's good about it, what's not, and wh...
Why do friends make us happy?
We're wired for relationships. But, what exactly is it about our relationships that makes us happy? The answers may be simpler than you think. If you...
What if everything you believed about love was wrong?
According to new research, love may be a more expansive experience than you think. If you enjoy the show, consider becoming a patron! www.patreon.com/...
Does life get more or less meaningful as we age?
Who do you think perceives their lives as more meaningful: new high school graduates or people about ready to retire? The answer may surprise you... I...
Three things people say that annoy psychologists
I often dread telling people I'm a psychologist. Here's why... If you enjoy the show, become a patron! www.patreon.com/psychologyin10minutes
How marketing unconsciously manipulates us
The forces behind impulse purchases are often hidden. Here's how we can help get control of them. If you like the show, you can now support us! www.pa...
The power of gratitude
The practice of gratitude may help us to overcome our natural human tendency to focus on the negative. Here's why.
Mindfulness and self-compassion for a difficult year
We're all hard on ourselves. But, according to new research, it's possible to "rewire" our brains for greater self-compassion.
Two reasons it’s not good to be happy all the time
Research shows that living a good life is about more than pleasure, and happiness may cause us to miss the most meaningful experiences of all.
The Power of Rituals to Heal Grief
Rituals are an important way for people to find meaning when they lose a loved one. But, rituals don't have to be formal or complicated. Here are four...
Building emotional intelligence isn’t as hard as you think
It can feel risky to get in touch with our feelings, let alone express them. But one psychologist argues that getting to know our feelings can be one...
Is optimism ever bad for us?
As children, many of us were taught to think positively. According to research, however, this isn't always good advice.
Is religion good or bad for us?
Research reveals three reasons religion and spirituality may be good for our well-being (and a few reasons they might not be).
Setting the conditions for hope to thrive in your life
According to research, hope begins when we set three simple conditions in our lives.
What do I say when someone is grieving?
If you’ve ever had a friend lose someone they love, you know how hard it is to figure out what to say. Here are four steps that might help.
Happiness for sale
Science shows that people's obsession with money runs deeper than you might think.
Three negative feelings that can sometimes be good
There may be a good reason that human beings evolved the ability to experience negative emotions: In measured amounts, they can protect us from harm a...
Is the secret to a good life to live like we’re dying?
The secret to a good life may be to live like we're dying. Here are five important lessons to help us do just that.
Is there an alternative to diagnosing mental illness?
For most of the history of modern psychology, therapists paid a lot more attention to people's deficits than their strengths. But this is changing. No...
Why incompetent people don’t know they’re incompetent
According to research, the least competent people often think they’re the best, leading to a cycle of poor performance. But there’s a simple antidote.