A Slight Change of Plans

Psychology professor discusses how reframing stress as a positive force can enhance performance and motivation. The episode explores strategies for managing stress effectively and embracing it as a catalyst for personal growth. Personal anecdotes and testimonials highlight the importance of support in stressful situations.

Psychologist Marisa Franco shares research-backed strategies to make and maintain friendships, importance of mutuality, likelihood perception in relationships, and the impact of self-worth. Discussion on investing in friendships, navigating different life phases, and conflict resolution. Reflects on the season and announces the next season.

This podcast explores how daily habits shape our identity and offers strategies on making them stick. Topics include: the benefits of automating tasks, aligning goals with lifestyle, the power of systems, building habits and the influence of identity, and strategies to make habits stick.

Psychologist Adam Grant discusses his book on unlocking hidden potential. They talk about filtering feedback, the benefits of imperfectionism, and the importance of giving soft skills more respect.

Banafsheh Rashidi, a mother who redefined success for her family after her child's medical diagnosis, reflects on dreams and challenges of motherhood. She discusses losing trust, embracing the present moment, and prioritizing making the most out of difficult situations.

Author and podcaster Gretchen Rubin discusses the importance of tailoring our approach to happiness based on personality types. She introduces the 'four tendencies' framework and highlights the malleability of these tendencies. The chapter also explores the concept of exploring various psychological models to cultivate happiness.

Psychologist Hal Hershfield discusses the emotional connection we have to our future selves and the benefits of strengthening that connection. Learn how to strike a balance and build a better relationship with your future self, while also discovering new financial opportunities. Explore the challenge of feeling fear and negativity about the future and strategies to grapple with anxiety and uncertainty.

Sonia Vallabh, who lost her mother to a mysterious brain disease, discovers she has a 50-50 chance of inheriting the same genetic mutation. She discusses living with uncertainty, getting test results, and finding comfort in not constantly managing uncertainty.

Michael Pollan, expert on psychedelics, discusses the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics, the pursuit of transcendence, and the role of psychedelics in self-exploration.

Dr. Shira Gabriel, a psychologist studying the science of human connection, discusses collective effervescence and its positive effects on mental health. They explore the role of music and everyday moments in creating a sense of connection and unity. The podcast also touches on the power of collective unity and interconnectedness experienced by sports fans.