Episode
83. The psychology of 'lucky girl syndrome'
32:36
Published: Fri Apr 21 2023
Description
On this episode we break down the science and psychology of the internet and TikTok sensation of "lucky girl syndrome". We explore the ideas and theories behind self fulfilling prophecies, confirmation bias, goal-oriented behaviour, brain anatomy and the power of positive affirmations on shifting our mindset to reveal whether lucky girl syndrome is fact or fiction, and where ideas of privilege and personality come in. Listen now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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