What’s the best way to deal with a jerk? Well, according to psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston, there is one word that will shut them up – and it is kind of fun to watch. That’s first up today on this episode of the podcast.
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Mar 2025
Ep. 525: Should I Get a Dog? Plus Using Podcasts to Get Tasks Done & Listener Insights
We explore the big question of whether to get a dog, sharing results from our listener poll, research on how pets boost happiness, and hilarious "worst-case scenarios.” We share a hack for getting tasks done more quickly and pleasantly. Plus we feature a rich collection of listen ... Show More
34m 5s
Apr 2025
Ep. 528: Improve Your Hedonic Forecasting, Hacks for Reading More, and Mystery Revealed (Name of New Dog)
We explore the science of "hedonic forecasting"—our often-flawed ability to predict future happiness—and share strategies to make better life decisions. We debate the right approach to a “task cascade.” Plus, as part of #Read25in25, we discuss hacks for doing more reading. Finall ... Show More
36 m
Apr 2023
Ep: 425: Use Touch When Talk Is Tough, Close Your Eyes in a Dressing Room, and Answers for Questioners
We discuss why it’s helpful to touch someone during a tough conversation (if appropriate, of course). We mention why closing your eyes in a store dressing room can make it easier to make good buying decisions, and we take a deep dive into listeners’ answers to two common question ... Show More
29m 2s
Oct 2025
This is how to outsmart your negative thoughts, once and for all
Do you ever feel trapped in negative self-talk? In this episode, I’ll walk you through a six-step process grounded in psychology and cognitive behavioral therapy that will help you identify, interrupt, and rewire destructive thought patterns so you can regain control of your mind ... Show More
16m 52s
Feb 2015
10: How to change your habits
Dr. Art Markman discusses tools, tips and tricks for editing our behaviors and achieving our goals. It’s an incredibly practical episode for those of us who want to lose that weight, write that book and change our lives. Topics include why we tend to fail with habit change, how t ... Show More
50m 55s
Jan 2021
How To Deal With Judgmental People
In this episode, our friend from Way of Kung Fu talks with us about How To Deal With Judgmental People.
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