People like reruns. We like to watch old TV shows and movies over and over again, we often order the same meal at a restaurant, listen to the same songs- maybe even reread a book. Why? This episode begins with an interesting explanation. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-you-like-to-watch-the-same-thing-over-and-over/
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Mar 2024
#758 - Dr Orion Taraban - How To Hack Your Psychology And Become More Resilient
Dr. Orion Taraban is a psychologist specialising in men’s mental health and a YouTuber.
Everyone wants to become more resilient. To be less perturbed and at the mercy of life, fears, emotions, everything. Thankfully there are strategies we can use to improve all of these and afte ... Show More
1h 11m
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The Science of Making — and Keeping — New Year's Resolutions | Hal Hershfield
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>----</p> <p>A leading behavioral psychologist reveals practical strategies to help you actually make the changes you want to make this new yea ... Show More
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Feb 2024
How To Live A Happy and Contented Life, Why Wealth Is Nothing To Do With Money & Why Hacks Don’t Work with Morgan Housel #430
When John D Rockefeller was asked how much money was enough, he famously replied, “Just a little bit more.” This quote is often used to illustrate our hard-to-shake view that money will solve all life’s problems. But as today’s guest is keen to point out, it probably won’t. Becau ... Show More
1h 10m
May 2024
#788 - Mo Gawdat - How To Save Your Brain From The Dangers Of Stress & Anxiety
Mo Gawdat is an entrepreneur, former Chief Business Officer at Google, and an author.
We often experience stress without knowing where it's coming from. Although we feel overwhelmed, we struggle to pinpoint the source. So how should we go about assessing our lives and reducing ou ... Show More
1h 28m
Jan 2024
From Victim to Victor: How to Kick Some Toxic Ass | Mariel Buque PT 2
Welcome back for part 2 of this mind-blowing conversation on Women of Impact, where my homie, trauma-informed psychologist, Mariel Buque PhD continues to expose the world of manipulation.
Stick around and dive deep with us into the idea of holding a relationship funeral to ensur ... Show More
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