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In this episode, we will delve into the neural cognitive and clinical studies of anger and aggression and other academia in exploring strategies to combat revenge impulses. Sources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9174026/ https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12864-021-07505-5 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/361174742_A_systematic_review_of_neural_cognitive_and_clinical_stu...

Be part of this spectacular historic event and Watch it Live! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Tf_UjBMIzNo&pp=iggCQAE%3D&fbclid=IwVERDUAQ5dsxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe5ZTLJFF6AMpaaw6dDl35GajpplwrZFzCDJVpXuSkh4N5bsD9bVs5Ro_eoeA_aem_wLrvxOyqyhGBvyoPGDrILQ Sources: https://nss.org/artemis-ii-passes-flight-readiness-review/ https://www.nasa.gov/centers-and-facilities/kennedy/kenned...

In this episode, we are going to explore even further the benefits of evidence- based strategies to effectively deal with stress and rumination from a therapeutic standpoint. Stay tuned! Sources: 1. https://dspace.library.uu.nl/handle/1874/369781 2. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12888-025-07065-y 3. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11649405/ 4. https://www.isrctn.com/ISRCTN105...

**copyright free/Royalty free music** Here are your astrological events for March 21st through March 31st. References: 1. Astrological New Year 2026 Begins March 20 https://m.economictimes.com/astrology/others/astrological-new-year-2026-begins-march-20-sun-enters-aries-brings-a-major-energy-shift/articleshow/129601342.cms 2. March 2026 Astrology Forecast (Chronogram) https://www.chronogram.com/hor...

In this episode we will learn to combat and minimize negativity in the utilization of emotional and problem-focused approaches, supported by peer reviewed research. Stay Tuned! Sources: Personality, Negative Interactions, and Mental Health https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3000745/ Emotional Approach and Problem-Focused Coping: A Comparison of Potentially Adaptive Strategies https://doi.org...

In this episode we will look into the cognitive factors of being overwhelmed with evidence based peer reviewed material to strategically combat it for stress reduction. References: 1. Mental Resilience and Coping With Stress: A Comprehensive, Multi-Level Model of Cognitive Processing, Decision Making, and Behavior Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience (2021) https://doi.org/10.3389/fnbeh.2021.71967...

Watch the lunar eclipse live! https://www.youtube.com/live/ya4yhqcnPLw?si=jglK9mpM_orEWuGh Here are your astronomical events for March. Stay tuned for more! Source: https://www.astronomy.com/

In this episode we will look into the beneficial factors of changing one’s perspective in certain situations. Stay tuned! Sources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6029866/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/324552926_Seeing_Their_Side_Versus_Feeling_Their_Pain_Differential_Consequences_of_Perspective-Taking_and_Empathy_at_Work https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S00950...

Here are your astrological events for the week of February 25th. Stay Tuned! References: 1) https://www.astrology.com/articles/horoscopes/daily-sky-today/february-24-2026 2) https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/astrology/horoscope/horoscope-today-24th-february-2026-inviting-growth-nourishment-pleasure-and-steady-creation/articleshow/128721492.cms 3) https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/astrology/h...

In this episode, we will learn about cognitive biases, decision-making, debiasing, and why reducing assumptions in reasoning is beneficial. Sources: 1. Debiasing Architectural Decision-Making: An Experiment With Students and Practitioners (arXiv) https://arxiv.org/abs/2502.04011  2. Debiasing Architectural Decision-Making: A Workshop-Based Training Approach (arXiv) https://arxiv.org/abs/2206.1470...

In this episode we will learn science-backed strategies in building resilience through peer reviewed articles during times of uncertainty. Stay tuned! Sources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11104260/ https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40359-025-03561-8 https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-022-33416-4 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-022-12911-9 https://www.scie...

Here are your astronomical events for the month of February. Stay tuned! Sources: https://www.rmg.co.uk/stories/topics/night-sky-highlights-february-2026 https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/night-sky-events-february-2026 https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/whats-up-february-2026-skywatching-tips-from-nasa/ https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/watch-the-skies/2026/01/16/most-notable-2026-ast...

In this episode we will delve into proven strategies through peer reviewed material on ways to battle disrespectful people both from a professional and personal setting. Stay tuned! Sources: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1277188/full https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12144-021-01882-6 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39642971/ https://link.springer.com/article/10....

In this episode we will discover through peer reviewed evidence the importance of health and wellness when dealing with difficult people as well as strategies to combat stress. Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9713474/ https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s42761-023-00223-z https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8636901/ https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-025-06213-9 https://www.frontiersin.org/...

In this episode we will discover evidence-based strategies to navigate your way through life, whether in times of focus or distress. Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14769087/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3132556/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6550311/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28299984/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29923181/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/...

From all of us here at the Present Podcast we would like to wish you a happy new year filled with health and happiness!

Find out through evidence based research how your goals can be achievable especially in 2026. Stay tuned! Sources: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0234097 https://doi.org/10.1111/aphw.12172 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2018.01879/full https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9858624/ https://news.cornell.edu/stories/2025/07/secret-resolutions-enjoy-pursuit-not-outcome/

From our podcast to your home, we want to wish you a very Merry Christmas!

Here is your astrological forecast for the week of December 24th. References: https://micheleknight.com/articles/astrology/monthly-astrology-december-2025/ https://www.glamour.com/story/your-weekly-horoscope-december-21-to-27-2025 https://www.msn.com/en-ca/lifestyle/horoscope/your-weekly-horoscope-december-24-30-2025/ar-AA1SV64V

Astronomy events for the week of December 21st. Be sure to check the sources below for the remainder of the week (Dec 22nd and onwards). Stay tuned! Sources https://www.astronomy.com/the-sky-this-week/the-sky-this-week-from-december-19-to-26-2025/ https://starwalk.space/en/news/what-is-a-solstice https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-last-meteor-shower-of-2025-and-the-winter-solstice-alig...

Through peer reviewed material and research articles from psychologists, psychotherapists, and other mental health professionals, find out ways to stay composed during times of conflict involving disrespect. Stay tuned for more bonus episodes and regular episodes coming your way! Sources: https://www.psychologies.com/moi/moi-et-les-autres-moi/Voici-la-technique-ultime-pour-destabiliser-quelquun-qu...

Find out here whether this interstellar comet is UFO technology or if there is still speculation with open minds out there! The second part of the episode is brought to you by your cohosts, Damon and Henry! Stay tuned for more bonus episodes coming your way.

Watch it live here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ficGuvPxV0s Learn about this comet, 3I /ATLAS from another star system and why Harvard Astrophysicist, Avi Loeb sees this as “alien technology”! You’ve heard it here first! Stay tuned for more bonus episodes coming your way. Sources: https://www.space.com/astronomy/comets/what-time-will-interstellar-comet-3i-atlas-be-closest-to-earth-on-dec-19 ht...

In this episode, we will explore the types of bullying in the workplace with ways to tactfully deal with them through the lens of the employee, employer and witnesses for gained moral support. We will also look into the importance of thorough documentation with respect to emails and other types of evidence should the situation escalate before a court of law. Sources: https://link.springer.com/arti...

Here are your astrological forecasts for the week of November 27. Stay tuned for more bonus episodes coming your way! References: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/november-monthly-horoscope-2025-meanings-effects https://www.admiddleeast.com/story/november-2025-horoscope-tarot-forecasts-for-all-12-signs https://www.vogue.in/content/monthly-horoscope-november-2025