psych diaries

11. do you really need a university degree in 2025?

is uni the right path for you? exploring alternatives with iphone igor thinking about skipping university? in this episode, we chat with igor, a content creator and entrepreneur with 39k+ tiktok followers, who chose an alternative route. instead of uni, he built skills through online courses, hustled his way from selling sweets in school to running online businesses, and carved out his own brand. we cover the pros and cons of uni versus forging your own way: social life, finances, discipline, productivity, and the realities of building a career in content creation. if you’re questioning the traditional path and want inspiration (and practical tips) for doing things differently, this conversation is for you. learn cinematic filmmaking on your iphone here: https://www.iphonecinematics.xyz/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaffDXSTmE9X3z5QfveLs3S1K6IP8ER3m8hQQ2btOFH2YbFf7dWu4sEIKciO9Q_aem_-UbNTeLq7sNmDBp8dXSBdw [https://www.iphonecinematics.xyz/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaffDXSTmE9X3z5QfveLs3S1K6IP8ER3m8hQQ2btOFH2YbFf7dWu4sEIKciO9Q_aem_-UbNTeLq7sNmDBp8dXSBdw] igor's socials: - youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@iphone_igor/featured [https://www.youtube.com/@iphone_igor/featured] - tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iphone_igor?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@iphone_igor?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] - instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iphone_igor/ [https://www.instagram.com/iphone_igor/] timestamps: 00:00 intro 00:23 meet igor: the self-educated entrepreneur 02:00 igor's journey: from school to business 05:08 the appeal and challenges of entrepreneurship 06:53 balancing work and content creation 10:31 navigating social pressures and university decisions 12:39 is university necessary in 2025? 14:07 the cost of university education 15:13 life skills learned at university 16:46 alternatives to university for career success 19:39 the power of content creation 21:53 building a personal brand 26:17 advice for anyone thinking to skip uni 27:51 final thoughts

10. the ultimate motivational interviewing guide for future psychologists

hey everyone! in this video, i talk about a game-changing framework called 'motivational interviewing' that can help your clients (or anyone really!) make real, lasting changes. i'll cover why aspiring psychologists should learn about it, what it actually is, its psychological roots, how it works in practice, the four stages of the process, and the essential skills you need to master it. this method has completely transformed how i support people, and i hope it can do the same for you. join me on this journey to becoming a more effective and empathetic communicator & psychologist. resources: - 'the evolution of motivational interviewing' (Miller, 2023): https://doi.org/10.1017/S1352465822000431 - easy-to-read MI guide: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-motivational-interviewing-22378 timestamps: 00:00 intro: the challenge of change00:35 discovering motivational interviewing (mi)01:15 the power of mi02:30 why aspiring psychologists should learn this04:03 what is mi?04:34 psychological principles behind the technique06:38 applying mi in practice07:46 the four stages of mi12:07 core skills for effective conversations16:37 common traps to avoid19:45 concluding thoughts and next steps

9. psychology graduate and feeling lost? listen to this.

just finished your psychology degree and not sure what to do next? in this video, i share my honest experience of feeling completely lost after graduating. if you're overwhelmed, panic applying, or questioning your path, you're not alone. i'll walk you through mindset shifts, practical steps, and simple ways to move forward with more clarity and calm. timestamps:00:00 intro: feeling stuck after graduation00:26 my personal story01:50 mindset shift 1: you are not behind02:33 mindset shift 2: rest is productive03:21 practical step 1: exploring your options06:05 questions to narrow down your options08:35 practical step 2: brain dump 09:44 practical step 3: prioritising your next step12:37 bonus step: creating a grounding routine15:16 managing social media and comparison16:59 action before confidence

8. landed my first AP interview...here's how

struggling with your assistant psychologist applications? i’m maja, a psychology grad who applied to over 40 assistant psychologist roles - and finally landed interviews. in this video, i share the 3 strategies that made the biggest difference: choosing the right roles, tailoring your employment section, and writing a strong supporting statement. i’ll also share real examples and tips to help you apply faster and stay motivated through rejections. let’s get you that AP interview! timestamps: 00:00 - intro and personal journey 01:14 - essential prerequisites for AP roles 02:22 - tip 1: choosing applications wisely 03:57 - tip 2: crafting the employment section 05:17 - tip 3: writing the supporting statement 09:32 - bonus tips 12:47 - final words

7. 5 powerful shifts to support psychosis better

hi everyone, it’s maja back with another episode! if you’ve ever felt uncertain about working with people experiencing psychosis, this one’s for you. i’ve supported adults with psychosis for almost two years and understand the challenges. today, i’m sharing the top five lessons i’ve learned: boundaries are key, validate hallucinations and delusions, your calm presence matters, approach self neglect and self-harm with empathy and curiosity, and see the person beyond the symptoms. tune in to feel more confident and learn how you can truly support those with psychosis! timestamps: 00:00 intro and episode overview 01:24 shift 1: the importance of boundaries 03:43 shift 2: handling hallucinations and delusions 05:08 shift 3: the power of a calm presence 07:00 shift 4: addressing self-neglect and self-harm 08:54 shift 5: seeing the person beneath the symptoms 10:30 summary of top tips 11:08 final thoughts