208 - Does Revenge Work? Our Minds on Vengeance

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Why your inner critic is so loud (and three ways to change that)

567. There’s a voice in your head that has opinions about everything you do — and most of them are unkind. It replays your mistakes. It pre-edits your ideas before you even say them. It tells you that you’re too much, not enough, or both at once. This week Dr. Judy Ho unpacks the ...  Show more

Imposter Syndrome: why the most competent people doubt themselves most

566. You got the promotion, the degree, the recognition — and still you're waiting for someone to figure out you don't actually belong there. That feeling has a name, a neuroscience, and — surprisingly — a silver lining. This week Dr. Judy Ho unpacks imposter syndrome: why even t ...  Show more

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