Savvy Psychologist
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QuickAndDirtyTips.com • Education, Self-Improvement, Science
Savvy Psychologist
QuickAndDirtyTips.com • Education, Self-Improvement, Science
QuickAndDirtyTips.com • Education, Self-Improvement, Science

About

Seeking a healthier emotional life? It’s time to bring a trained psychologist and mental health expert along for the ride. Dr. Monica Johnson explains the why behind complex emotions, helps you form better relationships, and guides you down the path of self-understanding.

Episodes

  • Tips for combatting emotional and cognitive patterns (EMS Part 2)
    Part 2 of our series on "Early Maladaptive Schemas" or EMS.
  • 18 Beliefs that may be ruining your life (EMS Part 1)
    Part 1 of our series on "Early Maladaptive Schemas" or EMS.
  • The many types of “boredom” and what to do about them
    Defining the 5 distinct types of boredom.
  • The facts of narcissistic personality disorder
    Over the last handful of years, it can feel like every “bad boyfriend” or “sketchy politician” has been given the label of a narcissist.
  • The facts of bipolar disorder
    Seeing an interaction on TV inspired me to teach you all a little about bipolar disorder.
  • Why being too independent can actually be a problem
    Here are two ways that hyper-independence may show up in yourself or others.
  • Being tidy is not the same as having OCD
    Let me tell you, simply because you like to Marie Kondo your apartment or are a bit of a perfectionist does not make you OCD.
  • How to win at the "what if" game
    Does exploring the what-ifs keep you stuck? What if you could win this game by not even playing it in the first place? Here are some tips on how to better manage your thinking game.
  • Dealing with Political Anxiety
    As election season approaches, I address how to manage your own political anxiety and have effective communication with others in the process.
  • Coping with Rejection in Romantic Relationships
    How to cope with rejection and a few benefits of doing the hard work.
  • Finding Meaning in Life Despite Suffering
    How to find meaning despite not having perfect circumstances.
  • How to EMPOWER yourself against emotional triggers
    Have you ever felt emotionally triggered because of something you saw on the news, in media, or in real life? Today, Dr. Johnson talks about vicarious trauma and an acronym that can help you cope.
  • Overcoming the pitfalls of "Build Mastery"
    A follow up to last week’s episode on the “Build Mastery” skill.
  • Using the "Build Mastery" skill to reach a better you
    How to develop the Build Mastery skill with any task in order to accomplish goals and improve your mental wellbeing.
  • Body image and the impact of social media
    An overview of BDD and the negative impact of social media.
  • What is motivation? Plus tips to stay motivated in 2024 and beyond
    What are the different types of Motivation and what are some tips and strategies for how best to stay motivated?
  • 4 ways to invest in your mental health bank
    Just like your bank account, your mental health fluctuates depending on what you put into it--and what you take out. In this episode of Savvy Psychologist, Dr. Monica Johnson will teach you how to invest in your personal mental health bank.
  • 5 building blocks of mindfulness
    Do you struggle with staying in the present moment? Here are 5 tips for enjoying the here and now!
  • “The Loneliness Epidemic” and how to combat it
    In this episode, we dig into what loneliness really is, how it can impact your mental health, and a few tips on how best to combat it.
  • This is why you’re distracted, and it’s not ADHD
    The Default Mode Network as an alternative to ADHD.