Join me in exploring the relationship between our brains and our experiences by tackling unusual questions that help us better understand our lives and our realities - on this exciting new podcast!
In this podcast episode, the speaker delves into how people justify their behaviors based on their past experiences and emotional trauma. Personal stories are shared to emphasize the impact childhood experiences can have on one's perspective on relationships.
The more someone has achieved, the more attractive they become in the eyes of other people.
The podcast explores the basis of why individuals label someone as attractive, discussing the various social and psychological factors that come into play.
In this episode, the speaker explains the nature of fun memories, and how we tend to use the word "fun" to describe anything we do in our leisure time even if it's not enjoyable at all.
The podcast discusses the psychological aspect of why people believe in lies and how illusionist use the context of people's tendency to believe in amazing things. It also touches upon the saying that the more unbelievable the lie is, the more it is believed.
Contrary to popular belief, dominance is not the only path to alpha status. Other traits that contribute to group success and effective leadership can also lead to alpha status.
The default gifts people give tend to be influenced by their upbringing and societal norms, leading to predictable choices such as Omaha Steaks as a default "man's gift."
In this podcast episode, the host explains the concept of the drama triangle and how it can trap individuals into playing the roles of victim, villain, or hero. She also talks about how to break free from these patterns of behavior to live a more fulfilling life.
High school math encourages us to believe that there's a single optimal answer, but sometimes the opposite of a good idea is another good idea. We can learn from the examples of nutritionally complete but bad-tasting bars and the strategy of wearing chinos to work on Fridays to reduce laundry costs.
The threat reflex is how specific events get attached to our reflex sending a whole set of other functions into action like freezing, activation of the adrenals, activation of locus coeruleus, anti-pain system in the PAG, etc., leading to either fight or flight response depending upon how one wants to combat things that they feel threatened by.
A discussion about the psychology behind confessions and how evidence plays a crucial role in determining a suspect's guilt or innocence.
The speaker discusses the dangers of categorizing people based on patterns of behavior and traits in psychology, while also describing their own methods for efficiently writing essays.
The number one way people lie is by omission, and some people will lie up to 10 times within a conversation, according to research.
The podcast episode delves into the mindset of pedophiles and abusive parents, exploring how they justify their behaviors and why it is important to hold them accountable for their actions.
The podcast discusses the psychology of advice-giving and seeking, emphasizing how people pour themselves into different subcultures and why people want to be validated and listened to. It also features an example of how some people manipulate information to maintain their relevance or importance.
The struggle of a defendant to clear their name in front of a jury and the impact of public opinion, proven by studies and expert opinions from psychologists, on their chances of succeeding is discussed in detail on this podcast.
A discussion about the anxiety that comes with realizing you have similar flaws and traits to your parents.
A soldier reflects on the difficulty of killing civilians during war, particularly when the enemy uses them as human shields, and how it can break down psychological defenses and cause lasting trauma.
In this bonus episode, the hosts discuss the psychology of self and how our sense of self is shaped by our experiences, beliefs, and perceptions. They explore the importance of developing a strong and cohesive sense of self and how it can impact our well-being and relationships.
The speaker explains how the brain is hardwired to react to insults and shares a technique to mitigate their effects, reminding oneself that the insulter is thinking of them and viewing them at a distance.
Highly warm people who desperately want to be liked are more prone to using uptalk, a rising inflection at the end of a sentence that makes it sound like a question. This speech pattern can affect your confidence, performance in interviews, and how you are perceived by others.
The speaker talks about how he can't imagine the things his friend Shane has done to play with his mind and how it's a good thing they never ended up in the CIA.
The speaker shares their opinion on how cult leaders like Manson are able to control their followers through a combination of acknowledging their followers' desires and exploiting their vulnerabilities, such as drug addiction.
The podcast host discusses how losing to the eventual champion in sports can be a silver lining and how playing in California's ideal weather is preferred.
The human mind tends to remember negative experiences more strongly than positive ones due to a shift in attention as we age. Even though very young infants initially pay greater attention to positive facial expressions and tone of voice, this changes as they near the age of 1.
The modulation of psychological and psychiatric disorders and conditions can be addressed through various practices such as breath, meditation, diet, and sleep rather than solely relying on medication. While traditional SSRIs work for some, there are multiple medications that can metabolically work differently and provide alternatives for those who thought medication would never be effective.
The podcast discusses the unsettling nature of the mind of a serial killer and the allure of trying to understand the behavior of such individuals.
The podcast host shares their in-depth thoughts and analysis on the movie "Phantom Thread," highlighting the thoroughly investigated psychological layers of the male-female dynamic depicted in the film.
The desire for validation is a natural human instinct, but social media has amplified this need and made it easier to seek approval from others. This can lead to a cycle of seeking external validation and feeling insecure without it.
Monkeys are trained to not climb a ladder for a banana as the entire enclosure gets sprayed with cold water whenever one of them tries.
The withholding of love can drive people to pursue power as a means of feeling safe, and for those who don't thrive in reactivity, it can be difficult to understand. The characterization of Shiv in this season of Succession explores the complex intersection of a woman's power and disempowerment in the face of scandal.
The podcast explores various forms of gossip and why we engage in it, including positive gossip, and how our perception of gossip can be influenced by our reputation.
Podcast hosts discuss what motivates people to choose honesty over fraud, even in situations where they could easily run away with large amounts of money. Slow eye contact is noted as a sign of mutual understanding during the conversation.
