People say where you fall in the birth order compared to your siblings determines (or strongly influences) certain traits and outcomes. This episode begins with a look at whether the research backs this up or it is just a pop culture theory. https://psychcentral.com/blog/birth-order-and-personality#birth-order-and-personality
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Dec 2024
The Psychology of Nostalgia
In the first of two special holiday episodes, Claudia Hammond and an expert panel of psychologists look back, nostalgically. At this festive time of year, you might be thinking wistfully about Christmas past – perhaps you’ll be rewatching old films, arguing over a game of Monopol ... Show More
29m 45s
Dec 2021
Nostalgia and Reminiscing
Do you find yourself spending a lot of time thinking about the past? Thinking about friends you used to have, memories you treasure, or moments you wish you could go back to? In this episode, we talk about why reminiscing can be a bad thing, what we miss about the past, and how t ... Show More
35m 45s
Feb 2023
Why nostalgia is on the rise
People are once again snapping Polaroids, adopting Tamagotchis, and revisiting TV shows of yesteryear. Here's what's good about it, what's not, and why. If you enjoy the show, consider becoming a patron! www.patreon.com/psychologyin10minutes
8m 49s
Mar 2024
nostalgia, regrets, romanticizing memories + getting stuck in the past
This week on Time Alone, we discuss the balance between "healthy" nostalgia vs. becoming stuck in the past.Resources mentioned in the show, as well as how to connect with Siobhan can be found below.CONNECT WITH SIOBHAN:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@siobhan.laurenInstagram: http ... Show More
40m 47s