Guide to Self-Determination Theory

Self-Determination Theory is a therapeutic framework that explores individual motivation and overall wellness. Join Dave and Greg as they explore the psychology and concepts that comprise Self-Determination Theory, as well as just how important autonomy is in the realm of feeling good.

On this episode we tackle the tragic progression of school shootings and how they have impacted children, parents, and society. Join Dave and Greg as the look at the psychology around these events, potential reasons for their incline, and just how they have changed future generations.

Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of depression that is brought upon by season changes. Join Dave and Greg as they explore the disorder and it's characteristics as well as offer suggestions for ways to work through it.

The idea of werewolves have existed for ages and have often played a role in different cultures and religions throughout time. While the clinical term lycanthropy, the belief one is turning into a wolf, has existed for years as well, the diagnosis is very rare. Join Dave and Greg as they look at the diagnosis, what it looks like, and whether it necessarily needs to exist.

The story of Ed Gein is one of the most grisly, gruesome, and horrific stories known. Even with so much of the story shrouded in lore and speculation, what is known is enough to fuel nightmares...as well as numerous horror movies and stories. Join Dave and Greg as they look into the psychology of Ed as well as the age old question of nature versus nurture.

Grief is a universal experience that, while it impacts everyone, is demonstrated differently in every person. Join Dave and Greg as we discuss the stages of grief as well as share some personal stories of grief and how to work through it.

Phrogging is the process of entering the space of someone else and hiding for a duration of time without the knowledge of the person who resides or occupies this space. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss this creepy invasion of privacy, the impacts it can have on the people it impacts, and offer some wild examples of situations involving phrogging.

We rarely think of becoming suddenly wealthy as a negative but the impacts it can have on relationships, identity and mental health are significant. Join Dave and Greg as they explore the phenomena of sudden wealth syndrome and its impacts on those it effects.

Shame is an evolutionary emotion that can be similar to other emotions, such as depression and anxiety, that can have positive impacts on our behavior when in small doses but can be detrimental to our overall wellbeing when experienced too significantly. Join Dave and Greg as we explore the emotion of shame and even share some of our own experiences with it.

Aesop's Fables are a collection of short stories for children that teach lessons and morality through use of animals in various situations. While these stories date back centuries, many of the lessons still have value today. Join Dave and Greg as they discuss Aesop's use of animals to portray messages and even read through a few stories to see how they hold up.