Do you have moments where you are as cool as a cucumber, some in which you’re as hot as a Carolina Reaper, and others where you feel the calm of a person who finally has their shiitake together? This week, we're going to explore the 3 states of mind and how they affect your life. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191. Find Savvy...
Aug 12, 2022•10 min•Ep. 402
Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych https://www.kindmindpsych.com/...
Aug 05, 2022•9 min•Ep. 401
If you're the parent of a kid who is transgender or non-binary, or you just know a kid who is gender diverse, this episode is full of helpful tips on how to be supportive. If you enjoy this episode, you can get more parenting tips from Project Parenthood , another great podcast here on Quick and Dirty Tips. Subscribe to Project Parenthood: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Podcasts You can read the transcript on Simplecast ....
Jul 29, 2022•16 min
Spoiler alert: you’re about to find out that the latest dieting trend has been secretly undermining you this whole time. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist-newsletter https://www.facebo...
Jul 22, 2022•12 min•Ep. 400
Do you have adult ADHD, or suspect that you might? In this follow-up to last week’s episode, we explore 12 techniques that can help improve executive skills that are affected by ADHD. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickan...
Jul 15, 2022•14 min•Ep. 399
ADHD doesn’t stop making your life difficult just because you’ve grown up. Here are 12 ways ADHD can get in your way. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist-newsletter https://www.facebook....
Jul 08, 2022•9 min•Ep. 398
Last week, we gave you broad information about substance use and factors related to your biology and family history that leave you at risk for addiction. This week, I’m going to talk more specifically and clinically about 4 legal substances and their effects on you. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Q...
Jul 01, 2022•13 min•Ep. 397
With the additional stress from the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more people have turned to substances to help cope with their emotions. Are you concerned about your substance use, or wondering if you're at risk for addiction? In this episode, we discuss how substance use affects you so that you can make informed decisions and seek help if necessary. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or su...
Jun 24, 2022•9 min•Ep. 396
Are you struggling to increase the intimacy in your relationship? Do you feel like all types of touch eventually have to lead to sex? Dr. Monica Johnson lays out five different types of touch that can help you engage with your partner. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: ht...
Jun 17, 2022•8 min•Ep. 395
It can be daunting to learn how to become an ally to minority groups, but in this episode, the Savvy Psychologist shows you that all you need is a little H.E.A.R.T. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savv...
Jun 10, 2022•11 min•Ep. 356
Are you struggling to find the right therapist? How do you know if your therapist is right for you? Here are five things to keep in mind as you seek therapy. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psych...
Jun 03, 2022•9 min•Ep. 394
Somewhere in the rows and rows of office cubicles that make up the emotional business of our brains, there’s one employee hellbent on burning the whole place down. Her name…is childhood. Is it possible to pry ourselves from her fiery grasp? Or are we destined to live with one hand on the fire extinguisher? This week, we're bringing you an episode of a brand new podcast called Curious State . Curious State is all about discovering the unexpected gems of knowledge that exist all around us. This ep...
May 20, 2022•15 min
Are you in a brain fog from too many decisions? Here are 5 tips for combating decision fatigue. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist ...
May 13, 2022•8 min•Ep. 392
Have trouble coping with your emotions? Here are 5 factors that get in your way and make regulating your emotions harder. Hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist https:...
May 06, 2022•12 min•Ep. 391
Is your life totally disorganized and chaotic? A healthy routine may be the starting point you need to discover deeper problems. In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson looks at how to build out a schedule for yourself. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https...
Apr 22, 2022•12 min•Ep. 389
Have you wanted to get mental health treatment, but run into barriers that you couldn’t overcome? In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson answers some of the questions and concerns she's gotten from listeners about finding mental health treatment, including: Do I really need mental health treatment? What if I can't afford therapy? What if my therapist isn't a good fit for me? Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows —like Money Girl , a podcast to hel...
Apr 15, 2022•11 min•Ep. 388
Do you have a vagina and have suffered from pain during sex? Did you think you were the only one and were afraid to talk about it? It’s time to get quick and dirty tips about vaginal pain. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.co...
Apr 08, 2022•10 min•Ep. 388
Are you a woman? Are you an ally to women? Do you have a woman that you care about in your life? Do you suspect that it was a woman who gave birth to you? If you answered yes to any of these questions, please listen to this episode. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.c...
Apr 01, 2022•12 min•Ep. 386
Are you ready to learn ways to reduce your sensitivity and expand your window of tolerance? Dr. Monica Johnson, the Savvy Psychologist, explains how in Part Two of this episode. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe...
Mar 18, 2022•8 min•Ep. 384
Do you feel overly sensitive? Are you panicked one minute and tapped out the next? You may be living outside your window of tolerance. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist...
Mar 11, 2022•8 min•Ep. 383
This week, we're sharing an episode from Project Parenthood, a podcast about parenting from Quick and Dirty Tips. Find Project Parenthood on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Google Podcasts , Stitcher , or wherever you listen to podcasts....
Mar 05, 2022•12 min
Do you often feel anxiety or other negative emotions in your body? Today, the Savvy Psychologist talks about three skills that can keep you from reaching your tipping point. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe htt...
Feb 18, 2022•12 min•Ep. 381
Have you ever wondered why your relationships are unsatisfying or unsuccessful? Today, Dr. Monica Johnson, the Savvy Psychologist, talks about the myths that stop us from getting the most out of our relationships. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https:/...
Feb 10, 2022•8 min•Ep. 380
Ever hit rock bottom and thought there was no way out? In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson, the Savvy Psychologist, talks with Silvia Vasquez-Lavado, author of the new book In the Shadow of the Mountain , about how there's no bottom that you can't climb out of. Order a copy of In the Shadow of the Mountain from Amazon , Bookshop.org , or your local bookstore today! And let me know if you read it—I need more pepole to talk about it with! Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to...
Feb 04, 2022•20 min•Ep. 379
Has a therapist ever told you to write a letter and never send it, or to just write out your feelings? Did you ignore them? In this interview with Nora McInerny , host of the podcast Terrible, Thanks For Asking , we find out the power of journaling and how it can help in even the most dire of situations. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ htt...
Jan 21, 2022•20 min•Ep. 377
Are you looking in the mirror and judging every lump, bump, and wrinkle? In this episode, the Savvy Psychologist looks at the 4 components of body image, and how we can change our minds about our bodies. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://ww...
Jan 14, 2022•13 min•Ep. 376
'Tis the season of resolutions. Do you want to know how to set a goal that you can actually stick with? Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist https://twitter.com/qdt...
Jan 08, 2022•10 min•Ep. 375
In this special New Year's episode, Dr. Monica Johnson is joined by Dr. Nanika Coor ( Project Parenthood ) and Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt (the Relationship Doctor ) for a panel discussion on the psychology of New Year's Resolutions—the good, the bad, and the controversial. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/...
Dec 31, 2021•18 min•Ep. 374
In last week's episode , the Savvy Psychologist introduced the idea of schema—deep-set beliefs that alter the way we see the world. This week, tune in for the conclusion to this two-part episode. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Catch up by listening to Part One. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtyt...
Dec 18, 2021•16 min•Ep. 372
Most of us have heard of attachment styles, love languages, and survival responses, but have you ever heard of schemas? The Savvy Psychologist breaks down how schemas can help you understand how you view the world. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts...
Dec 09, 2021•11 min•Ep. 371
