252. The psychology of doomscrolling

252. The psychology of doomscrolling

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417. The pressure to be extraordinary in our 20s

In our 20s, we can feel intense pressure to be extraordinary, to stand head and shoulders above the pack, to thrive across all aspects of our life. But when we put pressure on ourselves to be extraordinary, we can fall victim to social comparison, lose sight of what we really wan ...  Show more

416. The surprising neuroscience behind your anxiety

Anxiety has a way of making ordinary moments feel life-or-death. A simple interaction can feel significant, a passing thought can spiral into catastrophe, and your body can react as if something is deeply wrong - even when rationally you know you’re probably okay. In this episode ...  Show more

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