You 2.0: Stop Spiraling!
Today, we talk with psychologist Greg Walton, who studies how our minds get trapped in negative thought spirals — and how we can begin to break free.
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Murder Mystery
Why are so many of us drawn to horror, gore, and true crime? Why do we crane our necks to see the scene of a crash on the highway? Psychologist Coltan Scrivner says that our natural morbid curiosity serves a purpose. We talk with Coltan about our fascination with tales of murder and mayhem, and what this
The Power of Family Stories
There’s a tradition around many Thanksgiving dinner tables that’s as consistent as pumpkin pie: the family stories that get told year after year.
This week, we talk to psychologist Robyn Fivush about the profound impact that family stories can have on our lives.
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Why Following Your Dreams Isn’t Enough
Entrepreneurs typically have no shortage of passion. But there are other elements that may matter more when it comes to whether their projects succeed.
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How Nature Heals Us
What is it about the outdoors that has such a powerful effect on our mood and our minds? We explore how spending time in nature can undo some of the harmful effects of our modern lives.
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Reframing the Battle of Wills
It can be frustrating when people do things we don’t want them to do. A friend cancels plans at the last minute. A child refuses to get dressed for school. Before long, our resentment builds, and we’re tempted to issue more rules, reminders, and consequences. But the techniques we use to get people to alter their behavior are often strikingly ineffective. This week, psychologist Stuart Ablon explains why these methods fail, and offers better ways to help the people we care about make lasting change.
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Love 2.0: How to Move On
For many of us, navigating the end of a relationship is one of the hardest things we will ever do. This week, we look at the most common mistakes we make when it comes to splitting up, and techniques to ease the pain.
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Passion vs. Paycheck
The idea of being driven by a calling goes back centuries. It was the language used to describe religious people who were called to the priesthood. Today, millions of people in secular professions yearn to be similarly galvanized by their work. This week, researcher Jennifer Tosti-Kharas explores the immense power — and the downsides — of finding a job that gives you purpose.
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It’s Not My Fault!
It’s not easy for most of us to receive negative feedback. We’ll explore what causes so many of us to resist constructive criticism, and how we can get better at giving and receiving such feedback.
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Fear Less
Fear is a normal and healthy response to things that may harm us. But fear can also hold us back from doing the things we want to do.