SYSK Choice: What Your Dog is Really Thinking...

Have you ever caught yourself saying, "It smells like rain"? It turns out that distinctive scent is very real—and it's not your imagination. Scientists know exactly where it comes from, why some people notice it more than others, and why it can signal that rain is on the way. htt ...  Show more

Most people think dogs see the world only in black and white—but that's simply not true. Dogs do see color, just not the same colors you do. Understanding how your dog actually experiences the world explains everything from why certain toys are easier to find to why some colors p ...  Show more

Words are energy and cast spells - that's why it's called spelling.   The problem is rarely the problem - it's how you think about the problem that's the problem.  Why overthinking is the biggest cause of unhappiness and steps to curb it. Why vacations and time off promote succes ...  Show more

We explore the big question of whether to get a dog, sharing results from our listener poll, research on how pets boost happiness, and hilarious "worst-case scenarios.” We share a hack for getting tasks done more quickly and pleasantly. Plus we feature a rich collection of listen ...  Show more

Yo! Today we cover Key Takeaway #3 -- silencing the trash talker in your brain! Recommended Reading: Self Esteem by McKay The Structure of Magic by Bandler & Gringer  One Decision by Coach Mike Bayer Learned Optimism by Martin Seligman Recommended Episodes: 040 | How to Silence Y ...  Show more

Chuck and Josh explore the age-old question: Should you train your dog by treating it like a living, feeling being or should you beat them up and break their spirit?