You're Not For Everyone

Does boredom make you uncomfortable? What about boring people? Are YOU boring? Well, this episode is anything but. Check it out.   Speaking of Psychology: Why boredom is surprisingly interesting, with Erin Westgate, PhD: American Psychological Association Logo Music by Eli Awada

Learn why, then learn how to knock it off and stay in serenity.   Why Does Peace Feel So Unfamiliar? How to Trust Peace When You've Adapted to Trauma If you feel restless during stable periods, psychology explains the internal expectation Music by Eli Awada

If you think winning is the greatest you might be the biggest loser ever. Wait. That sounded mean. But maybe true? Have a listen and find out!   The psychology of winning - and losing The Drive to Win and the Struggle to Feel A carefree, joyous, gold-medal performance proves it: There's no one in figure skating like Alysa Liu Music by Eli Awada  

Independence is admirbale, unless you're just an overfunctioning hot mess. How do you know the dif? Dig into this episode.   Are You Hyper-Independent? Signs, Causes, and Real-Life Examples How to ask for help -- and get a "yes" Nobody Has Me Music by Eli Awada

We all have a type ... even when it comes to trauma. Have a listen and pick your poison.    7 Trauma Response Types & How to Recognize Them Tips For Triggering Times Music By Eli Awada

Did someone tell you your idea was dumb? There's only one way to find out. Start! It's smart.   Commentary on Today's the Day podcast: Richie Norton | How One Bold Idea Can Change Your Life Forever Commentary on the Raje Shetty podcast: Richie Norton on The Power of Starting Something Stupid How to Begin Again Transformations and starting over. Music by Eli Awada      

Did your big plans go sour? Sweet! Your creativity is now at its peak. Push through...   Dr. Leonid Rogozov: The Soviet Surgeon who Removed his Own Appendix while Stranded in Antarctica, 1961 How Constraints Force Your Brain To Be More Creative Burn the Boats: Embrace Commitment and Achieve Your Goals Music by Eli Awada

Are you hiding your little light under a bushel? No! Let it shine, yo. Let's goooooo! Why We Play Small The role of resistance in following our callings. Jim Carrey Commencement Speech at Maharishi University of Management Well + wise: The psychology of playing small The mental health benefits of taking up space Why Playing Small Is Just Your Ego Brene Brown on Fitting In Defining & Finding Your Authentic Self Be Bold. Be Brave. Take Risks. Music by Eli Awada  

Tough love alert: not everyone likes you. Learn why that's okay, and could mean you're the coolest.   7 Tips for When You Feel Like Everyone Hates You Music by Eli Awada

This fast won't leave you feeling depleted, because you get to chow down on change.   Increased functional connectivity between cortical hand areas and praxis network associated with training-related improvements in non-dominant hand precision drawing After watching this, your brain will not be the same  MIT scientists discover fundamental rule of brain plasticity. Study reveals how, when a synapse strengthens, its neighbors weaken. Can You Change Your Brain by Thinking Differently? Music by Eli Awada