Savvy Psychologist

Gaslighting isn’t just a trendy term, it’s a serious form of emotional abuse that can leave you doubting your reality. Monica Johnson breaks down what gaslighting really is, how to recognize its subtle tactics, and what steps you can take to protect your mental health.  Savvy Psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast [https://savvy-psychologist.simplecast.com/episodes/gaslighting]. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. [psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com] Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] and Twitter [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych], or subscribe to the newsletter [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist-newsletter] for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/]. Links:  https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych] https://www.kindmindpsych.com/ [https://www.kindmindpsych.com/]

Menopause isn’t just a physical transition, it’s an emotional and mental minefield. In this episode, Monica dives into how fluctuating hormones impact mood, anxiety, sleep, and memory, and offers practical, science-backed strategies to feel more like yourself again. Spoiler alert: you’re not going crazy, and yes, brain fog is real. Savvy Psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast [https://savvy-psychologist.simplecast.com/episodes/menopause-and-mental-health-why-youre-not-losing-your-mind]. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. [psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com] Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] and Twitter [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych], or subscribe to the newsletter [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist-newsletter] for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/]. Links:  https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych] https://www.kindmindpsych.com/ [https://www.kindmindpsych.com/]

Feeling overwhelmed by work, life, and everything in between? Monica breaks down Cognitive Load Theory, a powerful framework that explains why your brain feels like it’s maxed out, and what to do about it.  Savvy Psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast [https://savvy-psychologist.simplecast.com/episodes/feeling-mentally-exhausted-how-to-manage-cognitive-load-and-stay-focused]. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. [psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com] Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] and Twitter [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych], or subscribe to the newsletter [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist-newsletter] for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/]. Links:  https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych] https://www.kindmindpsych.com/ [https://www.kindmindpsych.com/]

Confused about whether to see a therapist or a life coach? In this episode, Monica breaks down the key differences between these two professions, including training, scope of practice, and ethical responsibilities. Learn how to choose the right support for your needs. Savvy Psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast [https://savvy-psychologist.simplecast.com/episodes/life-coaching-vs-therapy-which-one-is-right-for-you]. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. [psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com] Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] and Twitter [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych], or subscribe to the newsletter [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist-newsletter] for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/]. Links:  https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych] https://www.kindmindpsych.com/ [https://www.kindmindpsych.com/]

Why do we love extremes, whether it’s thrill-seeking, viral controversies, or black-and-white thinking? Monica breaks down the psychology behind our attraction to intensity and how we can find balance in a world that rewards the extreme. Savvy Psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast [https://savvy-psychologist.simplecast.com/episodes/extreme-thinking-why-our-brains-crave-intensity-over-balance]. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. [psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com] Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] and Twitter [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych], or subscribe to the newsletter [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist-newsletter] for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips [https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/]. Links:  https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist [https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist] https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist [https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist] https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych [https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych] https://www.kindmindpsych.com/ [https://www.kindmindpsych.com/]