SuperPsyched with Dr. Adam Dorsay

Storytelling is a hugely important part of being human. Telling stories and listening to stories can be healing. And the guest of this two-part episode is internationally-renowned storyteller, Joel ben Izzy. Joel is a great storyteller and a total pleasure. Time just flies when I’m with Joel and I think you’ll find it to be the same and very meaningful. You can find Joel and learn about his work h...

This episode is about the unexpected strengths of autism. My guest, Dr. Temple Grandin (www.templegrandin.com), has written many best-selling books on autism and her life, one of which was made into a film starring Clare Danes as Temple. The film was described by the New York Times as “The best biopic in a very, very long time.”  Temple has received multiple major awards and recognitions including...

Are you in a long-term relationship and longing for greater sexual passion? If so, you’ll want to listen to this episode! Dr. Pat Love is an internationally-recognized expert, best-selling author,  and a masterful therapist who has specialized in helping couples rekindle their passion and love. Dr. Harville Hendrix has said of her work, “Every couple wanting to deepen or save their relationship sh...

Our vocabulary for describing sexual identity has expanded and today’s guest, Dr. Ritch Savin-Williams, is the perfect person to discuss this important phenomenon. Ritch is Professor Emeritus of Developmental Psychology at Cornell University and he has written ten books on adolescent development, including Mostly Straight: Sexual Fluidity Among Men. Publishers Weekly has described his work as “An...

Today’s guest, the great Dr. Mario Martinez, is a top expert on how thoughts impact our bodies, our success, and our longevity. Mario is a clinical neuropsychologist who researches how cultural beliefs affect health and longevity. He has conducted worldwide studies on large numbers healthy centenarians—that is, people who are 100 years or older—and found that only 20 to 25% can be attributed to ge...

Have you ever noticed that in the scariest movies only part of what’s happening is revealed? The more that’s left to your imagination, the scarier it becomes. The same idea is true with what we hide from ourselves. That can make the process of self-discovery seem scarier than it needs to be. When we expend energy hiding from ourselves, we miss out on the richness of the Unconscious. And why is tha...

For this interview on the Science of Happiness, I had the privilege of an in-depth conversation with one of the world authorities on the subject, Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar (http://www.talbenshahar.com/). Tal is an author and lecturer and he taught two of the largest classes in Harvard University’s history, Positive Psychology and The Psychology of Leadership with over 1,400 students in a class. That was...

Have you recently felt down, anxious, or out of touch with why we are here? If so, you are not alone. Today’s episode is about a surprisingly easy way to feel happier and more connected to life. And how you do it is tapping into the experience of awe and wonder. Science shows overwhelming evidence that tapping into this feeling is one of the most protective and healthful things we can do for our b...

Have you ever loved or been loved by a pet? Have you ever lost a pet? If so, it was likely a big loss. For several years, I served as a pet loss counselor at the Humane Society. I have never seen so many tears before or since. And I’m not surprised: pets give so much to us, especially, the unconditional love we so need. Right now, we are in the midst of Shelter in Place with COVID and for many of...

I have a grim statistic to report: over the past four years, the number of hate groups operating across America has risen to a record high of over 1,000 in total (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/20/us/hate-groups-rise.html); this is more than a 30% increase since 2016.  Prior to that, the groups’ numbers were rapidly declining. When you hear about white supremacists, Neo Nazis, or other hate group...

This episode explores music and the psyche with two of the most gifted musicians I’ve ever heard. Ethereal and contemplative, the music of Katie Gray and Kurt Baumann, collectively known as Sea Stars ( https://seastars.bandcamp.com/ ), have been seen nationally on the Today Show with Hoda Kotb and around the globe. Kurt and Katie are married and work both together and apart in their artistic and m...

If you have ever wondered what the word “psychopath” meant, you will find the answer in this episode. Dr. Reid Meloy is someone I respect deeply and he is sharing his knowledge of psychopathy and dark personalities in this episode. Dr. Meloy is a really big deal in my eyes and in the world of psychology and he is one of the tops experts on the subject of psychopathy in the world. I have had the pl...

Dr. Michael Breus is one of the world's leading experts in sleep medicine. He is a clinical psychologist Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is regularly interviewed on TV and has been widely featured on CNN, Oprah, Dr. Oz, The View, Anderson Cooper, Rachael Ray, The CBS Early Show, and he has been on stage with Tony Robbins....

In this episode, I interview Dr. Brian McBeth, a hospital executive and physician in San Jose, CA, to learn about his thoughts and experiences during COVID-19. He provides details of how and other medical workers cope in the face of this pandemic. Dr. McBeth also cites having good information as a primary coping strategy. I recommend visiting www.snopes.com to verify information as needed. Here ar...

Dr. David B. Feldman is the McCarthy Professor of Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University. He has authored three books, most recently including Supersurvivors: The Surprising Link Between Suffering & Success. His research has been published in numerous scientific journals as well as in popular publications, including SELF, 'O': The Oprah Magazine, Time, and the Harvard Business Review. He...

This episode is about the importance of taking a true and rejuvenating day off every week. We explore the roots of the Sabbath as well as how to actually take a full day off. Tiffany Shlain is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, founder of the Webby Awards and author of the best-selling book about her family’s decade long practice of turning off screens one day a week for the past decade 24/6: The Power...

Bronwyn Saglimbeni is a communication coach, writer and speaker devoted to helping people SHINE. Known for her playful, irreverent approach to coaching (and life in general), Bronwyn teaches serious transformation in how we communicate, inspire and connect with those around us. Bronwyn has prepared clients for television appearances on American Idol, Real Time with Bill Maher, Bloomberg TV, CNBC’s...

Rick Snyder is the author of Decisive Intuition, a book that I found fascinating and very useful. He is also the Founder and CEO of Invisible Edge, a consulting firm that develops intuitive intelligence for learders at companies of all sizes. He has been featured in Forbes, The Economist, Inc., CNBC, and Fast Company, and live TV. Book Link: https://amzn.to/43A6zOx This is an affiliate link. It wi...

I saw Alicia Dattner ( http://aliciadattner.com/) perform at the Science and Nonduality Conference last fall and she rocked the stage in front of an international audience of over 800 people. Her comedy is deep, psychological, often dark, and ridiculously funny. She has a powerful new voice and it’s always evolving. Alicia did her first standup set at 18 and she graduated from Hampshire College wi...

As a psychologist, I have seen many personality typing systems but the one that has impressed me most so far is the Enneagram. A big reason I like it so much is because of its depth and ability to inform people of blind spots in a shockingly efficient manner. I have seen firsthand how the Enneagram can help people improve their careers, their relationships, and even how they relate to themselves....

Sex.  It’s one of life’s great paradoxes. Few things can bring as much pleasure and connection. And yet, few things can also bring as much pain and vulnerability. There are so many misconceptions about what constitutes good sex as well as who we are as sexual beings. And, even in this day and age, it can be tough for people to talk about sex in a matter-of-fact tone. Today we will be talking...

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