

PsycHacks
Orion Taraban
Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides listeners with a brief, thought-provoking episode several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by my clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each episode to inspire listeners to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light.
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Apr 12, 2023 • 14min
Episode 313: How to see God (if you don’t believe)
I can appreciate the perspective of the agnostic and atheistic. Without empirical evidence of God, and without any direct experience of the divine, believing in God can really seem like a fairytale. In this episode, I aim to guide these folks to the point at which God may become apparent by discussing a seemingly unrelated question: how can you prove that you exist? As we'll see, the same proofs for and against the self can be made for and against God. Ultimately, we hit on the existence of God -- like that of the self -- indirectly, as the unifying concept that allows us to make order out of chaos.
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Thinking of going to grad school? Check out STELLAR, my top-rated GRE self-study program based on the world's only empirically-validated test prep system. Use the code "PSYCH" for 10% off all membership plans: https://stellargre.com. GRE Bites: https://www.youtube.com/@grebites4993
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Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides viewers with a brief, thought-provoking video several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by his clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each video to inspire viewers to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light. The ultimate mission of the channel is to reduce the amount of unnecessary suffering in the world.
#god #psychology #spirituality

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Apr 9, 2023 • 7min
Episode 312: Men need to have a plan with women
I strongly recommend that a man should clarify his intentions with respect to any given woman in his life before he interacts with her. This gives him coherence with respect to his words and actions, and makes it much more likely that he will get what he wants. A man who does not have a plan for his life will end up a part of someone else's plan. When it comes to women, this generally happens as a result of a phenomenon called "relationship creep." I explain more in this episode.
Social Media
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orion-taraban-070b45168/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/psyc.hacks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/oriontaraban
Website: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com
Become a Psychonaut and join PsycHack's member community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSduXBjCHkLoo_y9ss2xzXw/join
Book a paid consultation: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com/consultations
Sponsor an episode: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com/sponsor-an-episode
Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides viewers with a brief, thought-provoking video several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by his clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each video to inspire viewers to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light. The ultimate mission of the channel is to reduce the amount of unnecessary suffering in the world.
#dating #relationship #women

Apr 6, 2023 • 8min
Episode 311: The complaint of modern women
Modern women seem to be on the horns of a two-pronged dilemma. On the one hand, they lament the diminishing pool of high-value men with whom they might satisfy their hypergamy. And on the other hand, they reject the distasteful possibility that they might partner with a lower-value man. "If I provide the money and the lifestyle and the responsibility and the competence," they might think, "then why bother with relationships at all? What do I get out of it?" When I hear this complaint, I can't help but smile, because they are on the cusp of understanding.
Social Media
Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090053889622
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orion-taraban-070b45168/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/psyc.hacks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/oriontaraban
Website: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com
Thinking of going to grad school? Check out STELLAR, my top-rated GRE self-study program based on the world's only empirically-validated test prep system. Use the code "PSYCH" for 10% off all membership plans: https://stellargre.com.
GRE Bites: https://www.youtube.com/@grebites4993
Become a Psychonaut and join PsycHack's member community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSduXBjCHkLoo_y9ss2xzXw/join
Book a paid consultation: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com/consultations
Sponsor an episode: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com/sponsor-an-episode
Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides viewers with a brief, thought-provoking video several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by his clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each video to inspire viewers to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light. The ultimate mission of the channel is to reduce the amount of unnecessary suffering in the world.
#women #relationship #psychology

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Apr 3, 2023 • 11min
Episode 310: ”Do you only want sex?”
The podcast discusses the perception of men's desire for sex in relationships, debunking misconceptions and providing insights for women. It explores the dynamics of sexual relationships, emphasizing the importance of understanding men's interest. The chapters delve into the significance of sex in relationships, navigating value proposition in dating, and encouraging women to offer additional value beyond sex.

Mar 31, 2023 • 11min
Episode 309: Divide and conquer
In this sponsored episode, I talk about the failure of a bill legislating the creation of a state commission on men's and boy's issues from receiving a hearing on the floor of the Washington state House of Representatives for the second year in a row -- despite being authored by two women and enjoying bipartisan support. I discuss why that might be the case, including: the common misconception that men and women's success is a zero sum game, and the usefulness of fomenting animosity between the sexes.
Social Media
Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090053889622
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orion-taraban-070b45168/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/psyc.hacks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/oriontaraban
Website: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com
Thinking of going to grad school? Check out STELLAR, my top-rated GRE self-study program based on the world's only empirically-validated test prep system. Use the code "PSYCH" for 10% off all membership plans: https://stellargre.com. GRE Bites: https://www.youtube.com/@grebites4993
Become a Psychonaut and join PsycHack's member community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSduXBjCHkLoo_y9ss2xzXw/join
Book a paid consultation: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com/consultations
Sponsor an episode: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com/sponsor-an-episode
Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides viewers with a brief, thought-provoking video several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by his clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each video to inspire viewers to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light. The ultimate mission of the channel is to reduce the amount of unnecessary suffering in the world.
#men #menshealth #women

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Mar 28, 2023 • 11min
Episode 308: The truth about the red pill
Explore the concept of 'taking the red pill' as a transformative journey towards enlightenment and a new worldview, focusing on men's roles and relationships. Learn about the risks of incomplete integration and the importance of personal growth and understanding in the red pill context.

Mar 25, 2023 • 10min
Episode 307: The superficiality of desire
The podcast explores how humans are inherently superficial in desires and attraction, discussing how men and women prioritize different qualities in dating. It emphasizes the importance of accepting and navigating shallow preferences in relationships, highlighting the significance of physical appearance in attraction and the impact of societal norms on mate selection.

Mar 22, 2023 • 9min
Episode 306: Why men get jealous of their women’s past
Men's jealousy towards their partner's sexual history is explored, highlighting the cognitive dissonance and conflicts experienced. The podcast delves into the impact of past relationships on emotional dynamics, as well as the challenges of accepting a partner's past. The role of romance in men's commitment is also examined, emphasizing the importance of viewing each woman as an individual without romanticized ideals.

Mar 19, 2023 • 8min
Episode 305: Talk about people behind their backs
Learn the advanced social hack of talking positively about others behind their backs. Discover the power of positive gossip and how it can influence perceptions and build trust. Emphasizing the value of promoting positive talk about others even in difficult situations.

Mar 16, 2023 • 7min
Episode 304: Why people self-sabotage
The podcast delves into the complex nature of self-sabotage as a defense mechanism for the ego, allowing individuals to maintain a sense of control and protection. It explores how self-sabotage can create limiters on action while offering a false sense of safety, ultimately serving as a way to preserve a certain self-image despite potential lack of success.