Psychology Takeaway Podcast

Social media #2

Ralph and Jim further explore negative consequences of social media. This includes sleep deprivation a lack of exercising, predatory grooming and bullying

 

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A dad explains his rational for limiting his kid’s access to social media:

https://youtu.be/196uW7nnVp4?si=-iTy6LyrXZc8GOxs

 

How social media is destroying society : https://youtu.be/yJ9oEi3Yyg0?si=Pbtu8QTabZDq9mLJhttps://youtu.be/yJ9oEi3Yyg0?si=Pbtu8QTabZDq9mLJ

 

After A Few Minutes Of Social Media, This Happens - Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman: https://youtu.be/Zh-AcF_4Hao?si=QybLV_kI7VJYT__Y

 

 

Social Media

 

Ralph and Jim begin a multi – part series on the promise and hazard of social media use and abuse.

 

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The Price of Shame with Monica Lewinsky:

https://youtu.be/H_8y0WLm78U?si=--Huiik06e-TIHX0

Teens and social media –from Mayo Clinic:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/tween-and-teen-health/in-depth/teens-and-social-media-use/art-20474437

 

Decisions, decisions, decisions…

Where to eat…what to wear…what do I want to do with the rest of my life?

Jim and Ralph reflect on the countless decisions that confront us daily.

They present suggestions for dealing with decision fatigue.

 

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Here is a Ted Talk om combating decision fatigue:

https://youtu.be/N__V-oh7dys?si=137uOc_Wv-DUUzM9

 

In the 1960’s John Sabastian and the Lovin’ Spoonful  performed a song about decision making; her is a link to it. Enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cEFh9zurug

 

 

 

IS AI a Danger? - Encore Presentation

 

Last summer we addresses the possible downside of AI.

This week the New Yoek Times has sued OpenAI and Microsoft Let’s listen to what the boys had to say 6 months ago

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The Seven Stages of AI:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PG8vu0i5juY

Have a happy and safe New Tear!!!

 

 

Christmas Blues 19, 2024

 

Ralph and Jim examine Christmas stress and offer some antidotes.

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Depression and Christmas: https://youtu.be/D74VPcaKbAc

 

 

December 5, 2023 Encore Presentation – URUK is back!!!

 

URUK (aka Kevin Byrd) joins Jim and Ralph. He shares his unique version of Positive Psychology.

Also Sheila shares a new word with the boys, “comjoy”.

 

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When it comes to Positive Psychology, it is hard to beat Sheila Carroll!

Here is a recent post about the Fisher King (King Arthur restores the kingdom and finds healing).

 Experience the Power of Sacred Longing in Advent with the Fisher King

https://archive.aweber.com/newsletter/awlist6657927/MjE0OTEwOTE=/experience-the-power-of-sacred-longing-in-advent-with-the-fisher-king.htm

 

If you would like to subscribe to Sheila's Story & Spirit Newsletter sign up here. 

https://storyspirit.aweb.page/p/3a1c3ccc-29c7-4c09-acb7-ac250d718b23

 

Jim and Ralph look ahead to the holidays - and STRESS!!!

Stress reactions

Fight, flight or freeze!

With the end of the year holidays looming, it seemed like a good time to re-post this podcast that Ralph and Jim did on “stress reactions”.

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Dealing with holiday stress

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D34RFxIEh6M

 

Happiness and meaning - November 8, 2023

Ralph and Jim continue last weeks discussion on Happiness. They focus on how to improve the quality of one's life.

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Here are 10 things that you can do to improve your life right now:

https://psychcentral.com/health/how-to-improve-your-life

We talked about the advice given by a Navy Admiral – “Make your bed” – here is where you can view his talk:

https://youtu.be/3sK3wJAxGfs?si=ls5qpHETHIbEmmE4

 

 

Happiness and meaning November 2, 2023

What makes a happy life?

When our lives are rich with positive emotions, great relationships, strengths to practice, and a sense of purpose, we are ready to accomplish things. Setting and achieving goals gives us something to put our energy into. It lets us see how we make a difference. Put effort into things that matter to you.

 

Concrete things you can do

• Eat nourishing food. ...
• Sleep seven to eight hours per night. ...
• Keep company with good people. ...
• Avoid news overdose. ...
• Get regular exercise. ...
• Do something meaningful each day.
• Monitor your energy.
  Take your energy "temperature" at various points throughout the day, assigning it a number from 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest energy level. Pay attention to the details of your day so you can identify the people or events that impact you the most.
• Make incremental changes.
  Once you are aware of some of the people or events that sabotage your energy, consider your next steps. Rather than tackling everything at once, choose an area that is important to you, and be realistic with the goals you set. For instance, if disorganization in your home is a big source of daily stress, pick one cabinet, closet or drawer to clear out each week instead of overwhelming yourself with doing it all at once. Then move on to your next goal when you feel ready.
• Plan and prioritize.
  Take note of the times during the day when your energy levels tend to be the highest. Decide how you can take advantage of those moments by prioritizing important tasks when you are feeling fresh and productive.

 

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Martin Seligman talks about Positive Psychology and happiness

https://youtu.be/9FBxfd7DL3E?si=UpiTytRNxkt4k7AZ

 

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