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A Psychology Podcast About the Science and Practice of Living Well

Psychologists Off the Clock -  We are four clinical psychologists, bringing you ideas from psychology that can help you flourish in your work, relationships, and health.

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Most people would agree that happiness is one of the most salient and significant dimensions of human experience. After all, wouldn’t we all like to be happy? But what exactly is happiness? And how do we get more of it? Sonja Lyubomirsky, Ph.D., has dedicated her career to studying human happiness, and on this episode of POTC, she joins Yael to answer this question and more! Join us in this episode to learn the empowering practice of cultivating your own happiness through practical, evidence-based strategies today! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
Check out this week’s episode of POTC with Jennifer Kemp, where she shares practical, evidence-based tips for noticing when perfectionism is problematic in your own life, the underlying emotional discomfort at the heart of perfectionism, and how to approach it using data-based strategies! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
Pobody’s nerfect, but many of us wish we were. At its best, perfectionism can lend itself to high levels of achievement and success. At its worst (and more often than not), perfectionism can prevent you from taking risks for fear of failure or feeling like no matter what you do, you’ll never be good enough. Jennifer Kemp is a clinical psychologist who has dedicated her career to working with individuals with perfectionism and problems associated with perfectionism including anxiety, depression, body-image and eating disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. On this episode of POTC, Jennifer and Debbie discuss perfectionism, what it looks like, and strategies you can use to target perfectionistic behaviors. Join us in this episode to learn about the cost of perfectionism in relationships, emotional discomfort underlying perfectionism, and more! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
Did you like this week’s episode with Dr. Brian Pilecki and Nathan Gates? Check out their podcast, Altered States of Context, about psychedelics, science and psychotherapy! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
Listen in this week to hear more about the origins of common misconceptions about psychedelics. Then, get the expert breakdown on the safety and effectiveness of psychedelics for therapeutic use! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
According to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation, psychedelics are a class of psychoactive substances that cause changes in perception, mood, and cognitive processes. Though psychedelics include a wide variety of natural and lab-made substances, they all have one thing in common. All psychedelic drugs have been illegal in the U.S. since the Psychotropic Substances Act of 1978. However, in recent years, there’s been a major uptick in research on psychedelics for therapeutic use. Brian Pilecki and Nathan Gates are experts in the use of psychedelics for mental health treatment. On this episode of POTC, they join Jill for a discussion about the future of psychedelics in therapy. Listen into this episode today to learn about common misconceptions and data-based risks and benefits of psychedelics today! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
Suffering plays a deep role in our lives. If we seek lives of meaning and significance, full with rich relationships and values-consistent pursuits, we inevitably choose pain. What are you choosing to accept in service of your values? . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
This week on POTC, Paul Bloom and Diana discuss how suffering can be an essential source of both pleasure and meaning in our lives. They’ll look at why we go to movies that make us cry, or scream, or gag. They’ll discuss the science behind why we poke at those sores, eat spicy foods, immerse ourselves in hot baths, and run marathons. Check out this week to learn more about why humans so frequently choose pain, how suffering and meaning are connected, and much more! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
It is a well known fact that pain and pleasure are among the most influential motivators of behavior. However, it is lesser known why people make choices they know will result in painful experiences. Perhaps even more curious is why people seem to experience pleasure in making those choices and having those painful experiences. Though this phenomenon is evidenced in a broad spectrum of domains ranging from mental health disorders (e.g., disordered eating) to BDSM to the enjoyment of spicy foods, it is rarely discussed and not well understood. Paul Bloom, author of The Sweet Spot, is a world-renowned researcher on the psychology of morality, identity, and pleasure. In this episode, he and Diana discuss the pleasures of suffering and the intersection of meaning and pain. Join us in this episode to learn more about why humans so frequently choose pain, how suffering and meaning are connected, and much more! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
Can’t get enough of Mom Brain this week? Check out episode 149 with Carla Naumburg, and her book, How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t With Your Kids: A Practical Guide to Becoming a Calmer, Happier Parent. Spoiler alert: You’ll hear evidence based advice for how to make temper buttons less pushable and practical skills for what to do when you’re ready to explode at your kids! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
Hey, all you moms out there: Your brain structure has changed, and that’s ok. Your brain has changed to support caregiving…to quite literally make sure your child stays alive! It might also mean is that other things fall lower on the mental priority list or maybe fall off altogether. This week on POTC, we are back with Ilyse Dobrow DiMarco to chat about what’s really going on with “mom brain.” Learn how you can mindfully accept the changes, the highs and lows of parenting, and turn towards values even in the toughest moments. . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure
Moms are frequently expected to wear many hats. While juggling the numerous responsibilities, mothers must also deal with the cognitive overload many refer to as “Mom Brain”. Ilyse Dobrow DiMarco, Ph.D., author of Mom Brain, is a clinical psychologist specializing in working with moms struggling with the overwhelm that comes with parenting young children. On this episode of POTC, Yael and Ilyse discuss evidence-based strategies mothers can use to overcome some of the innumerable challenges of parenthood. Listen in today for expert-approved strategies to managing feelings of overwhelm, clarifying your newfound values as a parent, and much, much more! . . . . #booklovers #trauma #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #brave #courage #socialanxiety #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #podcastlife #mentalhealth #mindfulness #values #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #stressreduction #coping #anxiety #psychology #psychologistsofinstagram #psychologyofhappiness #happylife #happiness #mindfulmoments #stress #pressure

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