Modern technology amplifies our fear and emotions. FOMO is on the rise.
Whether you are worried about being invited to a party, checking social media, or finding it harder to make decisions.
FOMO is increasingly driving our emotions and actions. It is a deeply natural feeling built into us through hundreds of thousands of years of evolution. But it hasn't ... Show More
Jul 2024
Overthinking About Social Media Comparison
You log onto Instagram and within five seconds of scrolling, your algorithm has your self-esteem in a death grip. It serves you: 1) an old classmate's engagement announcement, 2) another carousel of glamorous vacation pics, 3) a random influencer looking flawless on a rooftop... ... Show More
1h 8m
Feb 2025
Why Modern Life Can Feel So Empty - William von Hippel - #905
William von Hippel is a psychologist, professor, and author. Modern life feels so complex that even basic emotions like happiness seem distant. Were we happier as hunter-gatherers, with more connection and autonomy? If so, how do these prehistoric needs shape our well-being today ... Show More
1h 31m
Jul 2025
Practical Strategies on Using the Latest Brain Science to Transform Anxiety with Steve Biddulph, Episode139
Join us for a transformative conversation with internationally acclaimed psychologist and bestselling author Steve Biddulph, as we explore the groundbreaking ideas in his latest book, Wild Creature Mind: The Neuroscience Breakthrough That Helps You Transform Anxiety and Live a Fi ... Show More
49m 43s
Aug 2025
The New Science Of Emotions, Anxiety & Brain Health - Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett - #987
Lisa Feldman Barrett is a professor at Northeastern University, psychologist, and a neuroscientist. Why do we feel emotions? From happiness and joy to anger, anxiety, and sorrow, emotions shape how we experience life. But what purpose do they serve, and how can we learn to manage ... Show More
1h 29m
