How well do we know ourselves? Maybe the better question to ask is how well can we truly know ourselves? Psychologist Tim Wilson says introspection only gets us so far, and that we often make important decisions in life and love for reasons we don't even realize. But he says there are some simple ways to improve our self-knowledge.
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
May 2022
Episode 38: Why We Need To Self Reflect
Self reflection is the ability to see yourself. ALL of yourself. In this episode, we talk about why it’s important, why it can sometimes suck, and how to use self reflection to become more self-aware.Join the SelfHealers Circle Waitlist:https://theholisticpsychologist.com/waitlis ... Show More
30m 48s
Sep 2023
127. Can we be too self aware?
<p>This is a question I have been asking myself a lot recently as someone who is VERY invested in the self-help space. Have we reached a point where we are too aware of our problems, faults, thoughts, actions and behaviours? Self awareness can free us from so many mental restrict ... Show More
37m 46s
Sep 2023
How To Grow Your Self Awareness: The Key To Understanding Yourself
<p>Knowing yourself is based in the past, learning yourself is based on the present. We’re trying to go from the present, into the future and part of that is doing the work to discover who you are, and how you can improve. </p><p>Welcome to today’s episode of The Mindset Mentor P ... Show More
24m 17s
Nov 2019
30. "Confusing Self-Conscious with Self-Confidence" On Self Awareness
<p>In this episode, we chat about the difference between self-awareness and self-consciousness, what each looks like in our lives, and how to become more self-aware.</p> <p>This month's book recommendation is Everything is Figueroutable by Marie Forleo</p> <p>Please don't forget ... Show More
16m 44s