Savvy Psychologist

Explore the concept of mindfulness and its goal of living fully present and connected with life. Learn about the five building blocks of present experience, including five senses perception and cognitions. Discover strategies for managing emotions and understanding triggers. Explore the importance of body movement and sensation in mindfulness, and how they impact our present experiences.

Explore the impacts of loneliness on mental health, including increased risk of depression and anxiety. Learn about the decline of 'third places' and their impact on loneliness. Discover strategies such as CBT and mindfulness to cope with loneliness. Understand how pets can provide companionship and alleviate loneliness.

Exploring the default mode network and its impact on distractibility. Strategies for improving DMN function: mindfulness, exercise, sleep, stress management, therapy, and more.

Learn how to set clear and actionable goals using the SMART method. Discover the importance of aligning goals with personal values. Find out about time-bound goals and the concept of SMART goals for enhancing clarity and accountability in pursuit of objectives.

Learn about the importance of boundaries in relationships and the challenges that come with setting them. Understand common fears and guilt associated with establishing boundaries and how to overcome them.

Dr. Monica Johnson explores the frequent misuse of popular psychology terms like 'toxic', 'triggered', 'trauma', 'trauma bonding', 'narcissist', and 'gaslighting'. She emphasizes the importance of accurately understanding and using these terms and offers insights into enhancing coping capacity and minimizing negative experiences.

LeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler … all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!Equal parts fun and informative, SOUND DETECTIVES encourages listeners to engage with the sound mysteries that surround us, while unlocking the door to people and cultures around the globe. Join the team on this semi-improvised comedy caper, and help return the mystery sounds before the world falls silent!Listen to SOUND DETECTIVES on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Discover the predictors of a successful love life, including proximity, similarity, physical attractiveness, and reciprocal liking. Explore early detection of pancreatic cancer, complementarity in relationships, social influence, readiness for a relationship, and communication skills. Understand the significance of effective communication and the obstacles introverts face in forming relationships. Remember that while predictors offer insights, each individual and relationship is unique.

Exploring the downsides of dopamine over-reliance, including desensitization, tolerance, escalation, and addiction. Negative effects on mental health, decision making, physical well-being and societal functioning. Strategies for reducing dopamine-seeking behaviors and cultivating balanced release through mindfulness, exercise and healthy diet.

Explore the concept of attachment styles and their impact on relationships. Learn about the push-pull dynamic and difficulty in trusting partners. Discover strategies to develop healthier attachments and never give up on oneself.