It's not easy to know how we come across to others, especially when we're meeting people for the first time. Psychologist Erica Boothby says many of us underestimate how much other people actually like us. In the second installment of our Mind Reading 2.0 series, we look at how certain social illusions give us a distorted picture of ourselves.
Aug 24
What Art Does For Your Brain
Think about the last time a piece of music stopped you in your tracks, or a novel kept you up late at night. Why do these experiences feel so powerful? Psychobiologist Daisy Fancourt says engagement with the arts can help to regulate our emotions, build resilience, and support lo ... Show More
49m 18s
Aug 17
How to Be A Better Partner
When we look at the people we love, how clearly do we really see them? This week, we talk with psychologist Edward Lemay about how our fears, desires, and insecurities can shape our perceptions of our partners — sometimes creating the very reality we expect. He explains how we ca ... Show More
1h 26m
Aug 10
How Feelings Make Us Smarter
Some people are remarkably good at reading the emotional temperature of a situation. They can pick up on what others are feeling, manage their own emotions, and respond skillfully. What's their secret? This week, we explore the science of emotional intelligence with psychologist ... Show More
48m 7s
<p>In this episode, I talk about how people see you vs. how you see you. I also talk about the illusion of someone else vs. who they really are.</p><p>My book, "That's Bold of you" is available on Amazon.</p><p>Instagram: @case.kenny</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c ... Show More
<p>In this episode, I talk about the "Liking Gap"- why we tend to underestimate how liked we are by others. I talk about why we're overly critical of ourselves and how to break free.</p><p>My new book "That's Bold of You" is available on Amazon!</p><p>Instagram: @case.kenny</p><b ... Show More
