It feels like the personality we have is the one we're stuck with, regardless of how much we wish we were different...but is that really the case? In today's episode we are joined by writer and author Olga Khazan who ran a year long experiment to see how much she could change her personality to be more outgoing, less anxious and hopefully, happier. We discuss: The root of all personalities What does science say is the best kind of personality When does personality become stable Is it...
Mar 11, 2025•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dating right now can feel like a minefield - in today's episode we break down exactly how to reclaim your power in today's dating climate, including: The 3 reasons we lose our power The consequences of becoming defeated with dating My 5 tips for reclaiming your agency Why we need to STOP playing games What to do when you get attached too quickly + so much more Listen now! PREORDER MY BOOK: https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/general-clean Follow Jemma on Inst...
Mar 07, 2025•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Intuition is this deep sense of knowing that guides and expands our lives. Anxiety on the other hand restricts us by keeping us beholden to fear. Despite their differences, they can feel remarkably the same, especially if you are someone who has an anxious, overthinking disposition. In today’s episode, we break down how to tell them apart, including: Where anxiety sits in the body How to spot an anxious thought The origin and science of intuition How intuition should feel Why they fee...
Mar 03, 2025•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast When you're struggling with your sense of purpose, job hunting or feelings of success, it can be very hard to see someone else who has everything you want, and not feel jealous. In today's episode, we break down the very important psychology of career jealousy in our 20s, including: The 3 types of career jealousy Why it's most common in our 20s Career jealousy between friends and siblings The unspoken consequences How to turn envy into inspiration and admiration 4 tips to...
Feb 27, 2025•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's said that around 1/3 of society has tattoos - that increases to nearly half for people in their 20s. What is it about this permanent form of art that so many of us feel called to get? And what are the psychological underpinnings behind our design choices, why we may find ourselves wanting more and more tattoos, the relationship to childhood experiences and which tattoos we may come to regret... in today's episode, we break it all down including: The 3 main psychological reasons people...
Feb 25, 2025•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast I'm turning 25! Here are all my thoughts and feelings about ageing, dealing with expectations around birthdays, loneliness, the pressure to have fun and a much needed mindset shift towards growing older. I also discuss my GO TO birthday routine that brings me peace, growth and clarity every year! Listen now and thank you for another wonderful year with the podcast :) PREORDER MY BOOK: https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/general-clean Follow Jemma on Instagram: @ jemmasbeg Follow the...
Feb 21, 2025•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast What makes someone an introvert vs. an extrovert and why is it different to what you may have been told? In today's episode, we break down the psychology between these two personality types that seem to categorise and divide society by looking back at when the theory was first created, till now. We also discuss: The myth of ambiverts What dopamine has to do with it How much is it genetic? The Big Five How introversion/extroversion is influenced by where you were born ...
Feb 18, 2025•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast When we first meet someone, the thing we instantly look for is a 'spark' - do a connect, are we attracted to each other, do we feel passion and fire and connection. What we often forget to look for is compatibility - does this person see me? Compatibility is the long term make or break of a relationship, regardless of how much intensity is there in the beginning. In today's episode, we break down the 5 biggest signs of emotional compatibility, including: Why we should be searching for stil...
Feb 14, 2025•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Youngest children have a reputation for being rebellious, rule breakers, sociable, charming, a bit spoiled and maybe even attention seekers. Is all of that true? And why is that the case? In today's episode, let's tackle the last sibling in our birth order series by deep diving in the psychology of birth order theory, alongside: The biggest stereotypes about youngest children Why youngest children are treated and raised differently What makes youngest children so successful in busine...
Feb 11, 2025•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Morning, weekly, day-time and night routines are something that successful people swear by. Whether it's a 5am wakeup followed by 45 minutes of meditating, or a structured skincare and journal routine, exercise and eating blocks, routines seem to provide what the modern world can't: certainty within the chaos. In today's episode, we break down the exact psychology behind why routine is so powerful, including: Why routine makes us so productive Why routine makes us happier The p...
Feb 07, 2025•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today's episode is a rather personal, less psychological one. I want to talk about my fear of flying but also how I have managed to bring that fear back into my control and the huge list of tips I've put together along the way. In this episode we discuss: Where the fear of flying emerges from How a fear of the unknown or a lack of control contributes The psychology of claustraphobia How the pandemic made things worse for people How I stopped avoiding flying + my biggest lessons...
Feb 04, 2025•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode I had the rare and wonderful opportunity to interview a personal hero of mine, the author of Big Magic and Eat Pray Love, writer, true creative and teacher, Elizabeth Gilbert. We discuss why the idea of 'purpose' is incorrect and making us confused and anxious, how to identify your calling, the difference between a career, hobby, job and calling, and how she managed setbacks and failure. We also discuss the creative process, her wisdom for imposter syndrome and how to let g...
Jan 31, 2025•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's an age old question - can men and women ever actually be friends? In today's episode we explore the social psychology and studies that help us understand why the genders sometimes have so much difficulty being close friends, as well as how to assert boundaries and keep friendships platonic, including: The differences in male vs. female friendship style Why we prefer friends of the same gender How romantic attraction ruins things The checklist for healthy male-female friend...
Jan 28, 2025•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Everyone has an opinion, but are they all worth listening to? When we're not careful we can get carried away by imagining what people may or may not think about everything from our outfits, to our life choices, to our social media presence, to our relationship decisions. When we do, we become less in touch with our authentic, true self. It makes it harder for us to take action on what we want, and easier for us to go with the crowd. In today's episode, we talk about why that is, including: ' The...
Jan 24, 2025•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Cortisol is the 'it' hormone of the moment. So many people are talking about cortisol face, cortisol weight gain, cortisol anxiety, but what is cortisols actual function and role and why are many of the myths that surround it, simply not true? In today's episode, we talk cortisol and our stress response, including: Why cortisol isn't all bad The evolutionary function of cortisol How cortisol levels become dysregulated The link between cortisol and exercise The impact on w...
Jan 21, 2025•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sometimes our 20s feels more like a checklist than a decade: graduate, find dream job, meet life partner, secure friends, buy house. What happens when your perfect life plan suddenly crumbles underneath you and you are forced to start over? Today we discuss this common 20-something experience, including: The 5 biggest ways we find ourselves starting over Why our fear of failure keeps us stuck The psychology behind timeline comparison The mindset shift you need for fresh starts&...
Jan 16, 2025•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Alcohol is one of societies most highly accepted and used drugs. But what is it's actual impact on our brains and our bodies, and what is the psychology behind why we use alcohol and why it makes us feel so good? In today's episode, let's break down the true psychology of alcohol, including: Why we feel drunk and how alcohol is processed How alcohol influences our neurotransmitters and brain communication Why we experience hangxiety + blacking out What makes alcohol so addictive When to kn...
Jan 13, 2025•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast MY NEW PODCAST IS HERE! Ready to take a fresh path to self-discovery? Every Monday, Jemma brings you a new mantra, breaking it down to show you how you can apply it to your own life. Whether you’re facing a major transition or looking to evolve your everyday routine, Mantra is the podcast for you. Join Jemma every week for reflections, practical tips, and personal insights that’ll inspire you to live with intention and unlock your true potential. Follow Mantra with Jemma Sbeg &...
Jan 13, 2025•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast We are often torn between passion versus practicality when it comes to our dreams and our careers. Do I take the steady job, or do I take a risk and pursue writing, music, art? In today's episode we discuss how to prioritise your creative passion no matter your circumstances and what barriers we tend to encounter, from money to time, nay-sayers and perfectionism. We discuss: The four hurdles we face The psychology of perfectionism My 1 month creative challenge The psychology of...
Jan 09, 2025•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast We are writing and thinking about your goals all wrong and in today's episode I want to discuss how we can think about our goals in a manner that will make us more successful! Whether it's a fitness goal, financial, personal, career or relationship goal, this formula works for all of them. We discuss: The 4 biggest psychological barriers to achieving our goals How to articulate GOOD goals The 'I am' vs. 'I want' philosophy How to action our goals The power of the path of ...
Jan 07, 2025•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Manifestation far more mystical than scientific, but there is some important psychology behind how it works and why. In today's episode we break down the exact science and research behind the power of manifestation and 5 important exercises that can help you create powerful, positive shifts in your love. This includes: The roots of manifestation The science of the law of attraction and detachment What is a self fulfilling prophecy? How does positive thinking attract a positive ...
Jan 03, 2025•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast This year is your year for complete self trust, in all forms! The opposite of anxiety and doubt is self trust. This means we have confidence and clarity in our choices. we believe in our ability to overcome failure, we have a deep sense of self and we trust in our belief for our future. Each year I like to set a theme for the 12 months to come. In today's episode I explain why a theme is essential and introduce this years theme: the theme of self trust. We will also break down what it means to b...
Dec 30, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week we bring back an episode from 2022 on the psychology of New Years resolutions, the significance of the new year for making goals and promises to ourselves, why we set New Years resolutions, the typical reasons we tend to fail and how to be successful. We explore self efficacy, personal development theory and the psychology behind failure to understand how we can achieve our 2025 goals. Happy listening! PREORDER MY BOOK: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/755841/person-in-progress...
Dec 29, 2024•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast When it comes to dating in our 20s, the entire experience seems like a bit of a maze and often leaves us questioning, is there a RIGHT way to be dating in our 20s? Should I be playing it casual, and just having fun, prioritise being single and getting to know myself, only dating people we want to marry, be looking for long term compatability? And what if you know exactly what you want, but are unsure how to get it? Today, I have on the hosts of Dateable to answer your biggest dating questi...
Dec 26, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Childhood is a funny thing. You can only really understand it in hindsight and as we become adults we begin to reconsider the ways in which our families have shaped us, for better or for worse. In today's episode, we break down the complicated ways we rethink our family dynamics in adulthood, including: What happens when our family lets us down Our adult reaction to childhood trauma Do we confront our family or move past it? Dealing with emotionally immature parents How t...
Dec 23, 2024•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast In today's we tackle a topic many of us face but rarely discuss openly: sexual shame and sexual confidence. What holds us back from having amazing sex? What emotional wounds stop us from asking for what we want? Why do we zone out when we're with someone we love? Why do we feel shame about having too much, or not enough sex? These are the questions we are going to ask today. We are jouned by renowned sex therapist Dr. Emily Jamea, to break down where sexual shame comes from—whet...
Dec 20, 2024•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we have on the most special guest of all: the listeners! I asked you all to send in your biggest 20-something dilemmas, the things that are leaving your confused, keeping you up and night, have you overthinking everything, and you delivered. Today we hear from seven of our listeners, and answer questions like: Should I travel or save for a house? How do I know what to do with my life when there are so many options? How do I express myself in my relationship? What happens ...
Dec 17, 2024•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast We have been hearing a lot about the use of psychedelics to treat mental health in recent years, but what does that actually entail? What do psychedelics actually do to our brain? What would it feel like? What would it look like if psychedelics were as easily prescribed as antidepressants? What are we currently getting wrong about mental health? In this episode, we bring on an expert. Paul Austin, a psychedelics coach and the founder of Third Wave to explore the future of these drugs and t...
Dec 13, 2024•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast What does it mean to experience misogyny these days? Is it the typical locker room talk and exclusion, or does it go deeper than that? In today's episode, my guest and I discuss the many dimensions of misogyny, including: Internalised misogyny and sexism from other women The psychology of the 'pick me' girl Dating as a feminist The ethics of cosmetic surgery How to handle misogyny in the workplace, and much more... Hannah Ferguson is the founder of Cheek Media and the author of two best-selling ...
Dec 09, 2024•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast On today's episode we welcome on entrepreneur, founder and Hot, Smart, Rich icon, Maggie Sellers to discuss her formula and mindset for having it all, how she founded her business and her best tips for confidence + more. Maggie created a unique space on the internet that helps women break into the male dominated spaces of investing, tech and entrepreneurship whilst not sacrificing their authenticity. In this episode we talk about how we can be hot by mastering the psychology of confidence and se...
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