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 psychoanalyst Gene Arendale’s concept of the fortress of I explains how people present a shiny and perfect persona to the world, while audience capture happens when content creators cater their content to their audience’s preferences without working on their inner selves.
Tom Gilovich, a psychology professor at Cornell University, discusses the insights he gained from his "World Regret Survey" and shares his best decision-making tool that involves asking yourself what advice you would give your best friend. Expressing regret through writing or speaking also helps to process negative emotions and turn them into concrete words.
A nurse explores the limitations of psychology and the problems with diagnosing mental health disorders based on a list of symptoms. She also discusses the prevalence of quick-fix solutions that only mask the problem.
The speaker discusses how negative behavior can become infectious after receiving criticism, despite initially reacting with defensiveness.
The speaker discusses how finding a reason to get up in the morning can lead to better productivity and fulfillment. By fully committing to a productive act of love, individuals can create a sense of heaven on Earth.
This TED Talk discusses the reasons behind why people are drawn to acts of wrongdoing following a lapse in judgment, exploring key lessons learnt over years of research. With reference to St. Augustine's Confessions, the speaker reveals insights from his “perversity project,” in which people shared stories of perverse behaviors.
The terror management theories created by social psychologists reveal the hidden influence of acknowledging mortality on human behavior and the creation of a sense of existential dread that leads to anxiety and fear of scarcity.
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 speaker discusses the concept of categorizing people based on their preferences and experiences.
A discussion about the psychology behind confessions and how evidence plays a crucial role in determining a suspect's guilt or innocence.
This podcast episode discusses the significance of understanding an individual's upbringing in order to contextualize their behavior and reactions. The resilience of Michael Jordan is also used as an example.
The speaker discusses the tendency of rich individuals, like Paul Manafort, to brag about their busyness as a way of gaining acceptance. This behavior might be linked to their need for validation due to their societal status or background.
Professionals who study gossip and rumors argue that they are often misunderstood and have more complexity than people realize, with important social implications.
Personal play identity plays a key role in how we see ourselves not just in the context of play but in our work and relationships, impacting our behaviour as adults. Playing novel games can induce neuroplasticity, more so than engaging in activities that we are already experts at, like chess.
The desire to fight and display masculinity is a biological instinct for many men. This instinct is often associated with psychological and physiological factors that define the male experience.
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.
Female serial killers tend to have a specific reason behind their murders while male serial killers tend to kill at random. Women are inclined to kill to survive, whereas men tend to kill in order to be heard.
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the implications of a belief in soulmates for our psychology and the well-being of our romantic as well as non-romantic relationships. The traditional notion of soulmates is that of a romantic partnership, but it can take many forms reflecting a special spiritual relationship with another person.
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.
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 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.
Historians and Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman argue that resistance to killing is strongest at close range, and the idea of bayonet fighting is largely a myth. Soldiers like the British Gurkhas, who are comfortable with hand-to-hand combat, are considered more intimidating in battle than others.
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.
The speakers discuss the concept of losing sense of self during momentous and dramatic incidents. They examine when it's unclear if the person had lost control or if they thought they were in control until it was too late.
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.
