Ep.201 Fueled by Fear

This week’s F Word is flattery.Why does praise make so many high performers want to crawl out of their skin?In this episode, Dr. Daryl Appleton explores the psychology behind compliment deflection and why “being humble” is often something much more complicated. From self-verifica ...  Show more

In this Friends of F Words episode, Dr. Daryl Appleton sits down with Dr. Brittany Bankhead, a double board-certified trauma surgeon, entrepreneur, and founder of Modern Mom Lab.Brittany shares a blunt truth: women get put in boxes no matter what they choose. Working mom, stay-at ...  Show more

Given the events in the United States this week, many of us have brains that are running wild. You might be feeling scared, angry, disappointed, and a whole slew of other emotions. You're not alone-- and this bonus episode is here to help. Join me to hear why catastrophizing isn’ ...  Show more

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Struggling with the fear of being judged after your breakup? In this episode, I'm diving deep into how judgment—whether from others, your ex, or even yourself—can hold you back from true healing. We'll explore the three essential truths about judgment that will help you break ...

This episode features an interview with Dr. Neeta Bhushan, author of the soon-to-be-released book That Sucked, Now What?: How to Embrace the Joy in Chaos and Find Magic in the Mess. This how-to manual offers grace ...