437. The psychology behind feeling 'too much'

The psychology of highly sensitive people

The life of the highly sensitive person is often misunderstood. Highly sensitive aren't just people who cry too much or get overwhelmed, take things too personally: they actually take in so much of the world that it can be too much. They feel everything, from joy to sadness, so immediately and profoundly. They are also so in tune with the emotions of all those around them that sometimes it can be too much. Today we break down the psychology of the highly sensitive person, including:  * What are the core assessment criteria for identifying if you're highly sensitive? * What causes someone to be highly sensitive?  * The genetic, personality, parental and temperment contribution  * The link between sensitivity, IQ, EQ and creativity + the gentle superpower of sensitive people  * Do highly sensitive people have more empathy?  * The link between neurodivergence and sensitivity  * How to explain your sensitivity to others  * How to make the world work for your gentle, feeling soul, and so much more! This episode is FULL of tips, research and studies. Listen now!  The assessment: https://hsperson.com/test/highly-sensitive-test/ [https://hsperson.com/test/highly-sensitive-test/]  Watch on Netflix: HERE [https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s] Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg [https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#] Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#] Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s [https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s] For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com [psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The psychology of confidence

You know when someone seems to breeze through life, can approach any social situation and challenge with such self-assured confidence? It seems innate - something they were born with. But what if that's not true? What if, instead of a fixed personal trait, confidence is actually a set of learnable abilities, a dynamic skill that anyone can cultivate, sharpen, and ultimately master? Today, we’re challenging the notion that confidence is a trait, and instead something you build. Things we discuss: * Why confidence is dynamic and adaptable * Self-efficacy as a driver of confidence * How "growth mindsets" can revolutionise your approach to challenges and setbacks * Understanding the locus of control to fuel or hinder your forward momentum * Actionable strategies to build your confidence from the ground up If you’ve ever thought, “if only I was just born confident”, this episode is for you. Watch on Netflix: HERE [https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s] Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg [https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#] Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#] Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s [https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s] For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com [psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com]  The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

441. The Freud Episode

Sigmund Freud is one of the most famous and contested names in psychology. Often reduced to couches, cigars, dreams, sex, and blaming everything on your mother, Freud’s real story is much more complicated. In this bonus episode, we take a look at who Freud actually was - his medical background, the development of his method, and why his views are so context specific. We explore: • The development of free association  • The role of dreams and transference • Defence mechanisms and the unconscious • The structural model of the human psyche • Challenges to his theory • Freud's legacy: Anna and modern-day psychoanalysis Watch on Netflix: HERE [https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s] Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg [https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#] Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#] Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s [https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s] For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com [psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com]  Our favourite sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559106/ [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559106/] https://www.cureus.com/articles/303246-matters-of-the-mind-a-look-into-the-life-of-sigmund-freud#!/ [https://www.cureus.com/articles/303246-matters-of-the-mind-a-look-into-the-life-of-sigmund-freud#!/] https://www.freud.org.uk/2020/04/07/freud-at-home-sigmund-and-annas-studies/ [https://www.freud.org.uk/2020/04/07/freud-at-home-sigmund-and-annas-studies/] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15293843/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15293843/] The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

440. 7 psychology tips to hack your productivity

Productivity advice often tells us to push harder, wake up earlier, and squeeze more out of every hour. But in this episode, we take a different approach. Instead of treating productivity like a test of willpower, we look at the psychology behind focus, procrastination, energy, motivation, and rest - and why working with your brain is usually more effective than trying to bully it into action. We explore 7 tips for productivity, including: • How small wins can create momentum • Why the hardest task often needs to come first • How to work with your natural energy patterns • Habit stacking for boring tasks • Why 20 focused minutes can be more useful than waiting for the perfect window • How ‘shoot your shot’ days can move you closer to the life you want • Why real rest is essential for sustainable productivity Watch on Netflix: HERE [https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s] Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg [https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#] Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#] Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s [https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s] For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com [psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com]  Our favourite sources:  https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2F0033-295X.84.2.191 [https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2F0033-295X.84.2.191] https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ejsp.674 [https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ejsp.674] https://www.ted.com/talks/saundra_dalton_smith_the_real_reason_why_we_are_tired_and_what_to_do_about_it [https://www.ted.com/talks/saundra_dalton_smith_the_real_reason_why_we_are_tired_and_what_to_do_about_it] The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

439. How to chase your dreams, and when to slow down ft. Grace Beverley

TW: Discussions of miscarriage/pregnancy Grace Beverley is a founder, an entrepreneur, and a seasoned professional when it comes to pursuing the ideas your have, but also knowing when to slow down, recover from burnout and let yourself be vulnerable.  In today's episode we discuss her journey from studying music at Oxford to launching over five businesses, and her next chapter as a parent. We talk about:  * The best career advice for your 20s * How to start a business and her biggest lessons from early failures * Why love should make you feel safe  * Her pregnancy loss story  * The importance of being vocal about what you believe in  * How to recover from burnout Listen now! Watch on Netflix: HERE [https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s] Follow Grace on Instagram: @gracebeverley [https://www.instagram.com/gracebeverley/?hl=en-gb] Shop TALA: HERE [https://www.wearetala.com/?srsltid=AfmBOop594UcCRMhU3GKbZ6Smd2UWysarfiantCj-h2AluQT8LoEdAvP] Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg [https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#] Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#] Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s [https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s] For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com [psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com]  The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.