Savvy Psychologist

This week, we're sharing an episode from Project Parenthood, a podcast about parenting from Quick and Dirty Tips. Find Project Parenthood on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Google Podcasts , Stitcher , or wherever you listen to podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you often feel anxiety or other negative emotions in your body? Today, the Savvy Psychologist talks about three skills that can keep you from reaching your tipping point. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirty...

Have you ever wondered why your relationships are unsatisfying or unsuccessful? Today, Dr. Monica Johnson, the Savvy Psychologist, talks about the myths that stop us from getting the most out of our relationships. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Tw...

Ever hit rock bottom and thought there was no way out? In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson, the Savvy Psychologist, talks with Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, author of the new book In the Shadow of the Mountain , about how there's no bottom that you can't climb out of. Order a copy of In the Shadow of the Mountain from Amazon , Bookshop.org , or your local bookstore today! And let me know if you read it—I...

Has a therapist ever told you to write a letter and never send it, or to just write out your feelings? Did you ignore them? In this interview with Nora McInerny , host of the podcast Terrible, Thanks For Asking , we find out the power of journaling and how it can help in even the most dire of situations. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology...

Are you looking in the mirror and judging every lump, bump, and wrinkle? In this episode, the Savvy Psychologist looks at the 4 components of body image, and how we can change our minds about our bodies. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitt...

'Tis the season of resolutions. Do you want to know how to set a goal that you can actually stick with? Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://ww...

In this special New Year's episode, Dr. Monica Johnson is joined by Dr. Nanika Coor ( Project Parenthood ) and Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt (the Relationship Doctor ) for a panel discussion on the psychology of New Year's Resolutions—the good, the bad, and the controversial. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for...

In last week's episode , the Savvy Psychologist introduced the idea of schema—deep-set beliefs that alter the way we see the world. This week, tune in for the conclusion to this two-part episode. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Catch up by listening to Part One. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the convers...

Most of us have heard of attachment styles, love languages, and survival responses, but have you ever heard of schemas? The Savvy Psychologist breaks down how schemas can help you understand how you view the world. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Faceboo...

Do you have trouble with interpersonal relationships? Have you been told you're a bit too harsh, critical, intense, or overbearing? This week, the Savvy Psychologist will help you focus on a communication skill designed to help you have more effective communication in your relationships. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to...

Never been to therapy before? The common beliefs about therapy that you take for granted might not be true. This week, The Savvy Psychologist breaks down the truth behind 8 common myths and misconceptions about therapy. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Fa...

Coping with the holidays is stressful enough without the continued threat of COVID. Here's how to approach Thanksgiving 2021 whether you're celebrating with family or by yourself. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www....

Have you ever dealt with an uncomfortable or difficult situation? They can be hard to deal with, but this week the Savvy Psychologist gives you 7 tools to I.M.P.R.O.V.E. the moment and cope with hard times. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Tw...

October 10 was World Mental Health Day, and for some, it's hard to focus on mental health when the world feels hopeless. That's why this week we're focusing on hope, with the help of a special excerpt from a new audiobook from our colleagues at Macmillan Audio. Get your copy of The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times by Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams wherever books or audiobooks are s...

Have you ever tried to injure yourself on purpose? You're not alone. In this episode, the Savvy Psychologist helps us cope with the urge to self-harm. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https:...

American fertility rates continue to be at record lows as women increasingly opt out of bearing children. However, that doesn’t mean the social pressure to have a family has declined at the same rate. Savvy Psychologist explores the main reasons behind the choice to be childfree, plus 5 tips for how to come to your own decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever been made to feel less than human based on your weight? Dr. Monica Johnson, the Savvy Psychologist, explains what sizeism is, and how you can deal with it in your everyday life. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.c...

If you've ever felt uneasy around a person who didn't seem to consider your boundaries, you know how disorienting it can be. Today, Dr. Monica Johnson discusses seven warning signs that a person might be a predator. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https:...

Everyone feels bad sometimes. But the next time you're in a funk, you'll recover more quickly if you treat yourself with kindness by following these three simple steps. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quicka...

It's the dawn of a new era! Today, Dr. Jade Wu passes the torch to Dr. Monica Johnson as the new host of the Savvy Psychologist podcast. They chat about the meaning of a psychologist's work, the biggest challenges in mental health, and what you can look forward to on the show. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips....

The most important relationship you have in life is the one with yourself. After all, would you rather be at odds with the person you're tied to for the rest of your life, or would you rather love and cherish them? This is why cultivating self-love is an ongoing and important task. Here's how to do it. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter...

Pain and suffering aren't the same. You can ease suffering by gently peeling back layers of worry, regret, complaint, and unhelpful story-telling to get to the pain inside. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/menta...

If you've been feeling burned out during the pandemic, you're not alone. Many of us have been primal screaming into pillows, in desperate need of a reset. How can we take care of ourselves in the face of overwhelm? Savvy Psychologist interviews parenting therapist Dr. Nanika Coor to find out. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more...

The shadow of potential failure can loom over our dreams, making us hesitate to take chances. How can we overcome this fear? Savvy Psychologist will walk you through 5 evidence-based tips for being bold and shaking the doubts. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Li...