Savvy Psychologist

How to cope with rejection and a few benefits of doing the hard work. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Ti...

How to find meaning despite not having perfect circumstances. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Lin...

There are so many things happening in the world that are potentially triggering for folks. On this episode of the Savvy Psychologist you will learn how to handle your emotional triggers through a useful acronym that will EMPOWER you to cope in a healthy way.  Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psy...

A follow up to last week’s episode on the “Build Mastery” skill. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . L...

How to develop the Build Mastery skill with any task in order to accomplish goals and improve your mental wellbeing. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savv...

An overview of BDD (Body Dysmorphic Disorder) and how social media can impact it. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick a...

What are the different types of Motivation and what are some tips and strategies for how best to stay motivated? Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Ps...

Just like your bank account, your mental health fluctuates depending on what you put into it--and what you take out. In this episode of Savvy Psychologist, Dr. Monica Johnson will teach you how to invest in your personal mental health bank. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddi...

Do you struggle with staying in the present moment? Here are 5 tips for enjoying the here and now! Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more p...

In this episode, we dig into what loneliness really is, how it can impact your mental health, and a few tips on how best to combat it.  Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or...

Do you find that your mind wanders all the time, that you have trouble focusing, or that people tell you all the time that you are in lala land? You might be thinking—yes, that’s why I am trying to get an ADHD diagnosis right now! Well, it may not be ADHD or any diagnosable mental health disorder at all. Today, I’m going to let you know about the default mode network (DMN) and how it relates to di...

As 2023 comes to a close, it's likely that many of us have goals we set out to achieve this year that we just didn't quite get to for one reason or another. In this episode, I'll walk you through what's called the SMART method, a framework for setting clear and actionable goals to better position you for success in 2024.   Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is availab...

I get a lot of listener questions about boundaries, so today, I wanted to share some boundary basics so that you can learn to set your own boundaries. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook an...

In this episode of Savvy Psychologist, host Dr. Monica Johnson explains and corrects the frequent misuse of popular psychology terms such as 'toxic', 'triggered', 'trauma', 'trauma bonding', 'narcissist', and 'gaslighting'.  Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or...

LeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound. Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas...

In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson digs into the multifaceted process of building romantic relationships. Researchers have delved deep into understanding what facilitates the initiation and establishment of relationships, and in this episode we unpack many of the consistent predictors of a successful love life. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simpl...

While dopamine is a vital part of our brain's functioning, an over-reliance on it can lead to various downsides affecting our mental and physical well-being. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psychologist on Face...

Grasping our attachment style can help us understand our behaviors and dynamics with others. Attachment styles are established when we’re very young and influence us well into our lives. Understand the 4 attachment styles to see which one you might be and how to work with its strengths and challenges.  Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Hav...

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. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psych...

It’s a Friday the 13th in October, which means it’s the perfect time to explore the psychological reasons why people like horror movies and haunted houses! Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psychologist on Faceboo...

Everyone gets a starter pack of temperament traits that define their behavior and personality. Let’s delve into them today and learn a bit more about how they affect our lives. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Ps...

Bobby Temps joins Savvy Psychologist to discuss the difference between sex and gender and what it means to be authentic to your gender identity and expression. Find Bobby on his podcasts, Mental and Dating Games .  Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psych...

Let's take a look at overcontrolled versus undercontrolled behaviors. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychol...

The human capacity for love and companionship often leads individuals to seek and invest in romantic relationships. However, not all relationships are healthy or fulfilling. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psych...

Do you come from a family that has been marked by mental illness? Many of us do, but it's not always the mental illness that breaks us down, it's the silence. Meg Kissinger joins today's show to discuss her new book, While You Were Out , a story about family mental illness in an era of silence. Get your copy of While You Were Out on Amazon , Bookshop , or at your local bookstore. Connect with Meg...