All In The Mind

This podcast explores the human drive to form groups and the impact it has on our perceptions and attitudes towards others. It delves into the origins of racism and sexism, the benefits of belonging to a group, the negative impact of social media on our well-being, and the lasting impact of bullying.

Exploring the power of words in creating vivid images of mythical creatures in fiction, the capabilities of the human brain for imagination and its advantages, the clash between readers' visual interpretation and movie adaptations, the role of stories and art in shaping children's imaginations, and the emotional impact of written words.

Explore the impact of schizophrenia on families and society, the normalization of abnormal behavior, the lack of communication and silence surrounding schizophrenia within a family, the missing middle in mental health care, dispelling myths about schizophrenia.

Exploring the issues of power posing, questionable research claims, pop psychology, the limitations of grit as a predictor of achievement, and the problem of trust in science and psychology.

Forensic neuropsychologist Dr Stacey Wood reveals tricks and techniques scammers use, and what makes us most vulnerable. They discuss the prevalence of scams, especially romance scams on social media. They explore the grandparents scam and AI-cloning voice scams. The chapter concludes with advice on safeguarding against scams and building resilience.

Discover strategies for achieving better sleep beyond the standard suggestions, including cognitive refocusing therapy and regulating circadian timing. Learn about the impact of sounds and techniques on sleep, such as binomial beats and sleep apps. Explore tips and techniques for improving sleep quality, including relaxation activities, optimal napping duration, wind down routines, and managing stress and anxiety.

Exploring the impact of cognitive dissonance on behavior and decision-making, including its role in mental gymnastics. The Measures of Performance experiment reveals how deception and compensation affect cognitive dissonance. Justifications and message framing in unhealthy behaviors are discussed, while also delving into harnessing cognitive dissonance for behavior change. Upcoming topics include strategies for improving sleep.

ARIA-nominated musician Parvyn shares her experience of delusions, mania, and psychosis while on tour, discussing her bipolar diagnosis and how she processed it through her music. She reflects on a vipassana retreat, intense touring, distressing experiences, and the connections between her debut album and her mental health journey.

Psychologist discusses the negative effects of hate mail and fight or flight response. Impact of chatter on relationships, loneliness and rejection. Strategies to control chatter with distance self-talk and temporal distancing. Importance of seeking broader perspective and leveraging relationships. Power of rituals to manage overwhelming thoughts and enhance social connection.

Hunter Johnson, a former teen who had to rethink his ideas about masculinity, discusses the impact of hyper-masculinity, the importance of positive role models, navigating challenges for young men, the impact of camps and circle discussions, and advice for parents on addressing masculinity.