The paradoxical secret to finding meaning in life
The great psychiatrist Viktor Frankl actually warned against searching for meaning in life, because not searching for meaning may be the best way to find it.
Psychology in 10 Minutes
Ever wondered why you think or feel the way you do, or how the latest social trends connect to our inner lives? Hosted by professor and author David B. Feldman, Psychology in 10 Minutes explores these questions in a way that fits right into your day. Each episode is a concise, engaging look at a single idea from the world of psychology, social science, or mental health, often touching on the subtle ways politics and culture shape our minds. You won't find dry lectures here; instead, David breaks down complex research and theories into clear, relatable stories and practical insights. Whether you're commuting, taking a walk, or indeed sipping your morning coffee, this podcast delivers a thoughtful dose of understanding about human behavior in about the time it takes to finish a cup. It’s designed for anyone curious about the forces driving our decisions, relationships, and overall well-being. The companion book offers a deeper dive, but the audio experience stands on its own as a regular source of discovery. Tune in for a fresh perspective that connects the science of the mind to the reality of everyday life.
Episodes
Why do people blame the victim?
Even with the rise of the #MeToo movement, victim-blaming remains a tenacious problem. Could the tendency to blame the victim be programmed into the human mind at the most basic level? And how can we undo it?
Do dreams really mean anything?
To understand dreams, we must interpret them, as if they were written in secret code. But, what if there's no code, and we've been reading into a bunch of meaningless images?
The Psychology of Star Wars: The Dark Side Edition
Star Wars makes lots of assertions about our darker emotions. But are they accurate?
Why daydreaming is good for us
Though many of us were told by our grade-school teachers to get our heads out of clouds, recent research shows that this may not have been good advice. Certain kinds of daydreaming may actually help us be more successful…
How do I know if a therapist is right for me?
Although search engines make finding therapists simpler than ever, it's easy to suffer from information overload. Five questions can help you cut through the confusion.
Is psychology a real science?
Some people say psychology isn't a science. Are they right?
Why giving up can sometimes be good
As children, many of us were told, "Never give up." But new research shows that giving up on a dream can sometimes be the healthiest option.
Does what doesn’t kill us really make us stronger?
When tragedies happen, it's easy to wonder if there's any meaning to suffering.
Does the unconscious really exist?
Some psychologists think the unconscious mind is pure fiction.
