Simply Human

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" America continues to find itself more and more polarized as our we move into uncharted territory as a nation. A growing addiction to the emotion of Schadenfreude, the experience of pleasure in another person’s misfortune or harm, is threatening to erode our capacity for empathy, compassion, and common purpose. In this episode we explore how tribalis...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" In this episode we diver deeper into how the “hidden” parts of our awareness, specifically Hidden Expectations. Hidden expectations can contribute to more, not less, stress and discontent in relationships. We will continue to work with the JOHARI window as the model for brining what is “hidden” into the “open” domain. 📖 Explore More:  Learn more ab...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" In this episode we diver deeper into how the “hidden” parts of our awareness, specifically Hidden Feelings and Emotions. Hidden feelings and emotions can contribute to feeling drained, anxiety, and strain in relationships. We will continue to work with the JOHARI window as the model for brining what is “hidden” into the “open” domain. 📖 Explore Mor...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" Nine days after the historic devastation of the Los Angeles wildfires that destroyed over 12,000 homes and structures, we explore the psychological instinct to “Blame” as a response to trauma, the hidden costs of blame as an act of protection, and how to bring compassion and awareness to the moment. 📖 Help With the Recovery:  With threats of withho...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" In this episode we diver deeper into how the “hidden” parts of our awareness, specifically Hidden Thoughts” can contribute to more, not less, stress and discontent in relationships. We will continue to work with the JOHARI window as the model for brining what is “hidden” into the “open” domain. 📖 Explore More:  Learn more about the JOHARI Window in...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" We continue our exploration of why it feel so hard to get needs met and how to be more skillful in having needs-request conversations.  In this episode we diver deeper into how the language you use can help or interfere with getting your needs met. Learn the language of Willingness and why it is so effective in encouraging helping behavior. 📖 Explo...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" Having needs is human. So why does it feel so hard to get needs met and why are needs often the source of interpersonal conflict? In this episode we explore the hidden yet common reasons why people have difficulty getting their needs met, the relationship between getting needs met and effective boundaries, common traps like expecting mind reading, a...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" All people have blind spots, things we hold back and keep secrets, and parts that are hidden in our unconscious. This episode introduces the JOHARI Window model on how to be more open by 1) being open to feedback, and 2) voluntarily disclosing. Learn how to use the JOHARI Window in your professional and personal life to cultivate greater openness an...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" In this short episode we pull together what we have learned over the past four episodes about Carl Jung’s “Judging” cognitive function and apply it to a holistic decision-making model called “The Z Model” 📖 Explore More:  Z-Model for Data Collection and Decision Making: https://www.christinacarophd.com/s-projects-basic Start with the four Judging F...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" This is the 8th of 8 episodes covering different “Perceiving” and “Judging” (or decision-making) cognitive functions as observed by Carl Jung. These differences have a significant impact on our personality and how we operate in the world.  Episode 8 in the series explores the Inner Compass “Judging” function of Feeling in the Introverted (or inward)...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" This is the 7th of 8 episodes covering different “Perceiving” and “Judging” (or decision-making) cognitive functions as observed by Carl Jung. These differences have a significant impact on our personality and how we operate in the world.  Episode 7 in the series explores the Connected Harmony “Judging” function of Feeling in the Extroverted (or out...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" This is the 6th of 8 episodes covering different “Perceiving” and “Judging” (or decision-making) cognitive functions as observed by Carl Jung. These differences have a significant impact on our personality and how we operate in the world.  Episode 6 in the series explores the Inner Algorithms “Judging” function of Thinking in the Introverted (or inw...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" This is the 5th of 8 episodes covering different “Perceiving” and “Judging” (or decision-making) cognitive functions as observed by Carl Jung. These differences have a significant impact on our personality and how we operate in the world.  Episode 5 in the series explores Structured Impact “Judging” function of Thinking in the Extroverted (or outwar...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" In this short episode we pull together what we have learned over the past four episodes about the Jungian “Perceiving” cognitive function and apply it to a holistic data-collection and decision-making model called “The Z Model” 📖 Explore More:  Z-Model for Data Collection: https://www.christinacarophd.com/s-projects-basic “Personality Type: An Owne...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" This is the 4th of 8 episodes covering different “Perceiving” and “Judging” (or decision-making) cognitive functions as observed by Carl Jung. These differences have a significant impact on our personality and how we operate in the world.  Episode 4 in the series explores the Inner Vision perceiving function of iNtuition in the Introverted (or inwar...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" This is the third of 8 episodes covering different “Perceiving” and “Judging” (or decision-making) cognitive functions as observed by Carl Jung. These differences have a significant impact on our personality and how we operate in the world.  Episode 3 in the series explores the Limitless Possibilities perceiving function of iNtuition in the Extrover...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" This is the second of 8 episodes covering different “Perceiving” and “Judging” (or decision-making) cognitive functions as observed by Carl Jung. These differences have a significant impact on our personality and how we operate in the world Episode 2 in the series explores the Memory in Motion perceiving function of Sensing in the introverted (or in...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" This is the first of 8 episodes covering different “Perceiving” and “Judging” (or decision-making) cognitive functions as observed by Carl Jung. These differences have a significant impact on our personality and how we operate in the world Episode 1 in the series explores the “Here and Now” perceiving function of Sensing in the extroverted (or outwa...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" We bust three common myths related to introversion and extroversion and explore how understanding how these traits influence our interpersonal relationships can improve our partnerships, friendships, and work experiences. 🔥 Why Listen To This Episode? ✅ Myth Buster 1: Introverts are antisocial or shy ✅ Myth Buster 2: Extroverts are outgoing and c...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" Join us as we delve into the world of dreams and introduce dreamwork as an important tool for personal growth and discovery. 🔥 Why Listen to This Episode? ✅ Learn how to gain wisdom when your ego is off-line ✅ Learn how nightmares can bring critical insight ✅ Explore universal dream symbols 📖 Explore More:  For excellent resources on individual...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" Join us as we explore Christina’s unique experience as a second-generation bi-racial Asian-Caucasian (Filipino - European) for an opportunity to understand better how people hold more than one ethnic or racial identity as a “both-and” construct rather than “either-or”.  🔥 Why Listen To This Episode? ✅ You are not familiar with the concept of “mixe...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" What do you do when you have a guilt slinger or guilt tripper in your life? Learn 6 effective strategies for staying grounded and dealing with this kind of difficult person skillfully and with integrity. 🔥 Why Listen to This Episode? ✅ Guilt slingers are challenging people to deal with. ✅ You want to be more effective in handling a guilt slinger....

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" Do you struggle with dealing with chronic blamers and blame-shifters in your life? Or are you a blamer? Learn to recognize the toxic signs of chronic blaming and review six best practices for moving from blame to accountability.  🔥 Why Listen To This Episode? ✅ Learn 6 strategies for dealing with blamers. ✅ Learn why people engage in blame and bl...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" In Part 2 of our series on dealing with passive-aggressive behavior, we'll uncover the subtle signs that can help you identify these challenging dynamics. We'll also share SIX powerful strategies to help you stay composed, grounded, and foster accountability, leading to more constructive and effective interactions. 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 - I...

"Text us your thoughts and questions!" Welcome to the first part of our deep dive into passive-aggressive behavior. In this episode, we’ll break down what passive-aggressive behavior really looks like and why it’s more common than you might think. From backhanded compliments to silent treatment, we’ll explore the subtle clues that often go unnoticed. We’ll also dig into the psychological...