SuperPsyched with Dr. Adam Dorsay

In this episode of SuperPsyched, Dr. Adam Dorsay interviews Dr. Adam Galinsky, a social psychologist, professor, and Dean at Columbia Business School. Dr. Galinsky, also the author of 'Inspire: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others,' discusses the traits that make leaders either inspiring or infuriating. He explains that these traits transcend geographic boundaries and are present in...

In this episode of SuperPsyched, Dr. Adam Dorsay, a psychologist and podcast host, invites Nina Nina Badzin, the host of the 'Dear Nina' podcast, for an in-depth discussion on friendship in adulthood. They explore the importance of friendships, practical advice on making and maintaining friends, and the nuanced dynamics that can arise within friendships. Nina shares her personal journey and insigh...

In this episode of SuperPsyched, Dr. Adam Dorsay converses with Dr. Raymond Moody, a physician who also has a PhD in philosophy and who is known for his extensive work on near-death experiences (NDEs). The discussion delves into the common traits reported in NDEs, the historical context of such experiences, and Dr. Moody's personal journey in this field. They touch upon the clinical and philosophi...

In this special year-end solo episode of the SuperPsyched podcast, Dr. Adam Dorsay reflects on his personal and professional milestones in 2024. He discusses his journey of completing his book, delivering a keynote at the California Psychological Association's annual convention, and his continuous pursuit of better sleep. Dr. Dorsay emphasizes the importance of facing fears and taking audacious st...

For many of us men, entering middle life can feel unsettling if not downright upsetting. We talk about being more than halfway through life, on the back nine, or some other less-than-tantalizing description of this stage of life. But it doesn't have to be that way. In fact, it can be the beginning of the richest part of life. We know more than we used to. And we can apply that knowledge to live mo...

Flirting. Could it be an important skill for us to cultivate? My guest says YES—no matter our station in life. And when you hear his definition, you’ll learn that it’s not just about sex, dating, or romance. It can be done in friendly contexts and can cultivate friendships as well. Benjamin Camras ( https://www.instagram.com/benjamincamras/?hl=en ) is a flirt coach, and he unpacks what flirting is...

Status. It’s something we want but might have difficulty admitting its presence or acknowledging we want it. Except it’s pretty much always around us and, according to my guest, it’s a fundamental human need. It can drive the levels to which we receive respect and how we think about ourselves. Dr. Alison Fragale ( https://alisonfragale.com/ ) is a professor at the University of North Carolina, a k...

Many of the best innovators in art, science, human rights, and other important areas of life have had one thing in common: they were rebels. In some way, they refused to subordinate themselves by merely doing what was expected of them. Instead, they changed the way things were done… for the better. I’m not talking about reckless insubordination—the kind a character like Joker from Batman engages i...

None of us goes through life unwounded. Physically, we may stub a toe. We may fall and get hurt. Or break a bone. And then there are the psychological wounds—particularly those that come from people who matter to us. We may be hurt by our parents, teachers, friends, or romantic partners.   When we attend to our wounds, they may actually provide unexpected gifts or strengths. But when we don’t, the...

When I think of my favorite couple therapy experts, Dr. Stan Tatkin ( https://www.thepactinstitute.com/therapy-with-stan ) is one of the first names that comes to mind. I’ve read several of his books. I’ve attended several of his trainings. And this will be the third time I’m hosting him on SuperPsyched. Stan’s work has changed my life and has been instrumental to the field of psychotherapy. And h...

Experiencing panic really sucks. It can occur without warning even when there’s no actual threat in sight. Physical and psychological symptoms run the gamut: racing heart, shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, thoughts of losing control… … and even fear of dying. I had a panic attack of my own years ago and thought I was having a heart attack. Fortunately, cardiological causes were ruled out. It...

Have you ever needed to have a conversation but felt terrified to carry it out? I'm sure that like all of us, you have. The sad thing is that few of us ever learned how to have difficult conversations. Fear not—help is here! Two people who are experts at dealing with difficult conversations are the guests on this very episode. They are no strangers to this topic, nor are they strangers to SuperPsy...

There’s an ancient story of multiple blind men touching an elephant on different parts of its body. And each man emphatically states what the elephant is based on the body part. The guy touching the leg says the elephant is a tree trunk. The guy touching the ear says it’s a huge pancake. The guy at the tail says it’s a rope, and so on… Like the elephant parable demonstrates, finding reliable, trut...

These days, we hear on 24-hour news channels that the United States is more fractured than ever. We’ve got red, we’ve got blue, and never shall the two see eye to eye. Yet, in reality, we are more alike than we are led to believe. Think about it: is there anyone in your life who you love but who has different ideas as they relate to religion, politics, or any other divisive issue? I can think of m...

Funny fact: until the 90s, research psychologists did not really study happiness. According to University of Pennsylvania professor, Dr. Martin Seligman, they avoided it because it was so difficult to define or quantify. And, get this, he said that for every 100 studies on depression, there may have been 1 on happiness. In short, we were good at reducing depression but not so good at finding happi...

Dating is a topic that shows up frequently in my office—and understandably so. The process can feel fraught with awkwardness, vulnerability, joy, disappointment, and so many other traits that, at times, it can seem overwhelming to the dater. And dating is such an important skill because our love lives tend to be one of the most crucial areas of our entire lives. Yet, despite its importance, there...

I have some very exciting news: the book I have been working on for the last 20 months is finally available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other outlets! It took me years to figure out the subject of the book that I had to write. When I did, it took ahold of me and didn’t let go until I was finished. The subject became clear to me after providing approximately 20,000 hours of psychotherapy, 200 po...

I’ve heard it said that the quality of our questions determines the quality of our lives. I agree with this idea. I mean, think about it: how many times in your life have you learned something super important just by asking? Children understand this but, sadly, as we age and become more self-conscious of asking questions, we tend to lose this skill. But with a little effort, we can retrain ourselv...

Women contribute enormously to the workplace all over the world. Yet, all too often, their contributions are seen as less important than those of their male colleagues. And while things may have improved over the years, statistics suggest that women still earn only 84% of what their male counterparts earn. Clearly, we aren’t where we need to be and this is a topic that needs airtime, awareness, an...

There are many cultures worldwide and throughout history that have valued age and wisdom. Yet in the US today, ageism is prevalent. Too many modern Americans of a certain age who feel self-conscious about making a reference to an old TV show or a phenomenon from a while back often use the expression, “I’m dating myself.”  Disparaging our age can be toxic. We’re all aging, and age can bring with it...

Whether we're stuck in a long line, stuck in traffic, or stuck in some aspect in our lives, being stuck kinda sucks. We've all experienced feeling stuck at some point. I know I have! Don't you wish there was an easy-to-grab resource to help get you unstuck? Help is here! My colleague, Britt Frank, LCSW, has created The Getting Unstuck Workbook: Practical Tools for Overcoming Fear and Doubt - and M...

Have you ever experienced the fear of sharing your opinion at work or had the feeling like you're walking on eggshells in a relationship? The absence of psychological safety probably plays a vital role in each of these scenarios.  Dr. Amy Edmondson, a Harvard Business School professor, identified psychological safety as a key factor in innovative companies and stable relationships. Amy has won...

Dreams are fascinating things. Whether we know it or not, we all dream approximately six times per night. We may remember our dreams and even think about them all day. Or we may forget them entirely. For years, and in many cultures, dreams have held deep meanings. These days, some people continue to mine dreams for their meaning, and I have seen them have tremendous usefulness as a therapist and i...

What does it take to become a gold medalist at the Olympics? How about becoming a gold medalist at your third Olympics after coming home without a medal in the first two tries? And what is required to create a team that is in sync and ready for any in-game situation? My guest answers these questions and more: Olympic men’s volleyball gold medalist Ryan Millar (https://www.goldmmindset.com/)! As yo...

This particular episode is something of a special one. It features a person I knew in high school but, as you will hear, there was so much about her I didn’t know. We talk about many important themes including, but not limited to: the importance of narrative, discovering more about your family, and working through narrative and discovery to establish a cohesive sense of self. While this may sound...