The Psychology of your 20s

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275. 5 signs of deep emotional compatibility Feb 14, 2025

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When we first meet someone, the thing we instantly look for is a 'spark' - do a connect, are we attracted to each other, do we feel passion and fire and connection. What we often forget to look for is compatibility - does this person see me? Compatibility is the long term make or break of a relationship, regardless of how much intensity is there in the beginning. In today's episode, we break down the 5 biggest signs of emotional compatibility, including:

Why we should be searching for stillness over excitement
What effortless communication should feel like
Do you need to have the same political views as your partner?
The 4 emotional languages
The secret power of laughter + so much more

Finally, I share a brief compatibility checklist so you can judge a new relationship or connection for yourself. Listen now!

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274. The psychology of the youngest child Feb 11, 2025

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Youngest children have a reputation for being rebellious, rule breakers, sociable, charming, a bit spoiled and maybe even attention seekers. Is all of that true? And why is that the case? In today's episode, let's tackle the last sibling in our birth order series by deep diving in the psychology of birth order theory, alongside:

The biggest stereotypes about youngest children
Why youngest children are treated and raised differently
What makes youngest children so successful in business?
Can we predict who youngest children will marry?
What struggles youngest children encounter in their families + much more!

Listen now, youngest and all other siblings alike to learn more.

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273. The psychology of routines Feb 07, 2025

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Morning, weekly, day-time and night routines are something that successful people swear by. Whether it's a 5am wakeup followed by 45 minutes of meditating, or a structured skincare and journal routine, exercise and eating blocks, routines seem to provide what the modern world can't: certainty within the chaos.

In today's episode, we break down the exact psychology behind why routine is so powerful, including:

Why routine makes us so productive
Why routine makes us happier
The psychological and neurological impacts
The famous routines of 5 successful people
How to create a routine that actually works
Why we can't forget the need for spontaneity + more

Listen now to create your greatest morning or night routine!

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272. How I overcame my fear of flying Feb 04, 2025

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Today's episode is a rather personal, less psychological one. I want to talk about my fear of flying but also how I have managed to bring that fear back into my control and the huge list of tips I've put together along the way. In this episode we discuss:

Where the fear of flying emerges from
How a fear of the unknown or a lack of control contributes
The psychology of claustraphobia
How the pandemic made things worse for people
How I stopped avoiding flying + my biggest lessons
My biggest tips for long haul flights

If you struggle getting on planes and feel like it's holding you back from adventure or travel, this episode is for you!

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271. Overcoming our purpose anxiety ft. Elizabeth Gilbert Jan 31, 2025

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In this episode I had the rare and wonderful opportunity to interview a personal hero of mine, the author of Big Magic and Eat Pray Love, writer, true creative and teacher, Elizabeth Gilbert. We discuss why the idea of 'purpose' is incorrect and making us confused and anxious, how to identify your calling, the difference between a career, hobby, job and calling, and how she managed setbacks and failure.

We also discuss the creative process, her wisdom for imposter syndrome and how to let go of your worry and anxiety and have an authentic, true human experience. Listen now!

Find Liz here: https://www.elizabethgilbert.com/

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270. The psychology of male-female friendships Jan 28, 2025

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It's an age old question - can men and women ever actually be friends? In today's episode we explore the social psychology and studies that help us understand why the genders sometimes have so much difficulty being close friends, as well as how to assert boundaries and keep friendships platonic, including:

The differences in male vs. female friendship style
Why we prefer friends of the same gender
How romantic attraction ruins things
The checklist for healthy male-female friendship
How gender is creating more divide
The benefits of having friends who are different to you + much more

Listen now!

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269. How to care less about others opinions Jan 24, 2025

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Everyone has an opinion, but are they all worth listening to? When we're not careful we can get carried away by imagining what people may or may not think about everything from our outfits, to our life choices, to our social media presence, to our relationship decisions. When we do, we become less in touch with our authentic, true self. It makes it harder for us to take action on what we want, and easier for us to go with the crowd. In today's episode, we talk about why that is, including: '

The evolutionary purpose of considering others opinions of us
The psychology of approval seeking behaviour
The influence of our childhood
The consequences of relying on external validation
How to decentre others opinions
The 5/5/5 rule + much more

Listen now!

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268. The hidden impact of cortisol Jan 21, 2025

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Cortisol is the 'it' hormone of the moment. So many people are talking about cortisol face, cortisol weight gain, cortisol anxiety, but what is cortisols actual function and role and why are many of the myths that surround it, simply not true? In today's episode, we talk cortisol and our stress response, including:

Why cortisol isn't all bad
The evolutionary function of cortisol
How cortisol levels become dysregulated
The link between cortisol and exercise
The impact on weight, sleep, creativity, even emotional intelligence
Why a supplement won't save you
The 4 best tips from doctors and endocrinologists

Listen now for your cortisol 101 lesson!

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267. Starting over in your 20s Jan 16, 2025

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Sometimes our 20s feels more like a checklist than a decade: graduate, find dream job, meet life partner, secure friends, buy house. What happens when your perfect life plan suddenly crumbles underneath you and you are forced to start over? Today we discuss this common 20-something experience, including:

The 5 biggest ways we find ourselves starting over
Why our fear of failure keeps us stuck
The psychology behind timeline comparison
The mindset shift you need for fresh starts
How to rebuild after a sudden change in course + so much more

Listen now if you find yourself in the same boat and thank you to our lovely listener at the beginning of the episode for sharing her story.

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266. The psychology of alcohol Jan 13, 2025

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Alcohol is one of societies most highly accepted and used drugs. But what is it's actual impact on our brains and our bodies, and what is the psychology behind why we use alcohol and why it makes us feel so good? In today's episode, let's break down the true psychology of alcohol, including: