The Psychology of your 20s

The Psychology of your 20s

Author: iHeartPodcasts Language: English Episodes: 100
Navigating your twenties can feel like a constant, bewildering experiment where you're both the scientist and the subject. The Psychology of your 20s, hosted by Jemma Sbeg, treats this unique decade with the thoughtful analysis it deserves. Released every Tuesday and Friday, each episode picks apart a specific thread of the modern twentysomething experience-whether it's the anxiety of mapping out a career, the complexities of dating apps, the strain on friendships, or the stress of managing money for the first time. Jemma grounds these universal themes in psychological research and science, offering clarity on why this period feels so tumultuous. The conversations move beyond simple advice, instead providing a framework for understanding the mental and emotional underpinnings of decisions big and small. This isn't a lecture; it's a companionable exploration of the growing pains that define adulthood's first chapter. Tuning into this podcast feels like gaining a new lens on your own life, one that transforms confusion into comprehension. It’s produced by iHeartPodcasts.
Episodes
345. How to fall in love with failure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:38
We think of failure as a terrible thing or something to be avoided. But when you learn to fall in love with failure, a whole new level of growth occurs that will have you seeing progress faster than ever. In our 20s, the…
344. Sociopathy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:35
We’ve all heard the term thrown around – in books, in TV dramas, in news articles – we’re taught to be scared of it. But rarely do we consider what it actually means. In today’s bonus episode, we take a look at sociopath…
343. The psychology of saturn's return [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:42
Have you ever felt like everything in your late twenties is suddenly up for grabs - your relationships, your career, even who you thought you were? It might be your Saturn return - a period of upheaval, self-reflection,…
342. The psychology of dissociation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:34
Have you ever felt like the world around you isn’t quite real, or like you’re watching your life from the outside? Have you ever driven somewhere and suddenly wondered how you got there? It might be dissociation - a surp…
341. The 5 types of toxic friendships [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:49
Friendships should be a source of joy – people who just make life lighter. But not all friendships feel that way. Some leave us drained, insecure, or questioning our worth. And it can be hard to admit when a friendship h…
340. The 10 regrets I have about my 20s (so far) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:02
Today I'm reflecting on some of the lessons I've been taking from my early 20s. We all have regrets about things we wish we'd done differently or not done at all, and I'm hoping you can learn from mine. We talk about eve…
339. The psychology of rock bottom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:01
Hitting rock bottom is one of the most painful human experiences - when the future is blurry, the past feels heavy, and you barely recognize the person staring back in the mirror. Maybe it’s the end of a relationship, lo…
I Am Not Here To Manage Other People's Emotions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:24
In this bonus release, I am sharing an episode of my other podcast, MANTRA. This week's mantra is I Am Not Here to Manage Other People’s Emotions. It's a common trap to feel responsible for the feelings of those around u…
338. The psychology of borderline personality disorder (BPD) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:27
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions, clouded by stigma and misinformation. In this episode, we take a compassionate, research-based look at what BPD really is,…
337. Are personality tests legit? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:25
From Myers-Briggs to the Big Five, almost all of us at some stage have done a personality test. Whether it labelled you an introvert or extrovert, a big thinker or a small details individual, it's easy to get swept up in…