We all want to find meaning in our lives, our reason to get up in the morning, yet doing so may not be easy. What is meaning in life and how do we find it for ourselves? The guest for this episode is Clara Hill, PhD, professor of psychology at the University of Maryland and author of Meaning in Life: A Therapist’s Guide.
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‘Bossware’ and burnout: The psychology of workplace surveillance, with Tara Behrend, PhD
From keystroke trackers and webcam monitoring to GPS devices, an increasing number of us -- across a wide range of jobs -- are being monitored while we work. Tara Behrend, PhD, discusses why employers use these tools; how constant monitoring changes workers’ behavior and attentio ... Show More
28m 23s
May 6
Debunking psychology myths and misconceptions, with Erin Smith, PhD
From the idea that we only use 10% of our brains to the belief that each of us has an optimal learning style that helps us learn best, many popular “facts” about human behavior aren’t actually true. Yet they persist, even among students who have studied psychology. Erin Smith, Ph ... Show More
33m 45s
May 1
Managing stress in turbulent times, with Arthur C. Evans Jr., PhD, and Georges C. Benjamin, MD
From societal division to economic uncertainty to global conflict, we are living in stressful times. In this special episode of Speaking of Psychology, Arthur C. Evans Jr., PhD, CEO of the American Psychological Association, and Georges C. Benjamin, MD, CEO of the American Public ... Show More
23m 55s
Oct 2023
What’s the meaning of life?
<p>In this episode, we're tackling a question as old as humanity itself: What is the meaning of life? We will dive into various philosophies, personal anecdotes, and scientific perspectives to shed light on this profound question. We'll explore how the meaning of life isn't a one ... Show More
18m 53s
Jan 2021
How to Stop Chasing Happiness and Make a Meaningful Life Instead
Welcome to The Academic Life. You are smart and capable, but you aren’t an island, and neither are we. So we reached across our mentor network to bring you podcasts on everything from how to finish that project, to how to take care of your beautiful mind. Wish we’d bring in an ex ... Show More
49m 19s
Apr 2021
Finding Your Purpose In Life
Our purpose in life can be boiled down to our reason for being here on this floating rock. We can spend our entire life (trust us, just ask Google) trying to find meaning through countless books, a million quotes, seminars, and so many other resources during our sacred search for ... Show More
27m 39s
Dec 2023
How to Figure Out What You Want in Life | E379
If you are a smart, growth-oriented person, the possibilities for your life are infinite. So how are you supposed to choose a life path? Figuring out what you want in life is easier said than done. It takes self-reflection, courage, and a belief in yourself, even when your choice ... Show More
47m 11s