Welcome to the second iteration of Blank Psychology where our hosts delve into various topics sometimes loosely based on psychology. This week Ankur and Harsha discuss the optimal way to build an argument, why there is so much burnout in science, how to use mindfulness to fight procrastination, and the view of "gaming gear" in society. We hope to see you continue these conversations in the comments below and we will be responding to everyone down there as well.  

The Dilution Effect - Niro Sivanathan: https://www.ted.com/talks/niro_sivanathan_the_counterintuitive_way_to_be_more_persuasive

How burnout and imposter syndrome blight scientific careers: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-021-03042-z

Mindfulness Can Reduce Procrastination: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dont-delay/202204/how-mindfulness-can-reduce-procrastination 

The TSA made fun of my Steam deck: https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/steam-deck-tsa/ 

"Stay grinding, don't take no for an answer, and surround yourself with good people"

Welcome to a brand new format as Harsha and I take a break from our regular show to catch up, and discuss what's going on in the world of psychology. This week we cover a variety of topics ranging from the benefits of being an introvert to why Russian athletes might have a bit of an advantage👀. 

Articles Referenced In the Episode:  

Why Do Introverts Bounce Back Better?

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/202202/why-introverts-may-be-more-resilient-everyone-else?eml 

Too Many Meetings? How to Avoid this Common Waste of Time 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/funny-bone-pick/202202/too-many-meetings-how-avoid-common-waste-time 

Why Can’t Achievers Take a Break? 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anxiety-in-high-achievers/202202/why-cant-achievers-take-break

"Take Things At Your Own Pace"

This week I reconnected with one of my best friends from childhood, Raye Yi Chiang. After having not spoken in almost a decade, Raye shared what he has been up to, attending UC Davis, working as a bartender, working on cars and so much more. We talk about being self-aware and when it goes from being good for u to being self-critical and bad. Watch or listen as Raye and I discuss the hurdles of life and how we got over them to where we are today. 

"Confidence is key, everybody has their purpose"  

This week I had the privilege of talking with up and coming Rapper and Producer, Youngdub. Youngdub shares his vision of what he wants from his career in music, He shares the influence his family and friends have on his creative process as well as his drive to motivate the people around him through his music. Youngdub and his music truly help us understand what it means to follow our dreams and overcome adversity.

"Go with the flow, roll with the punches, learn to be adaptive"

This week, I sat down to get to know Sarah Jackson, a friend I have known for many years but have learned very little about until now. This week, Sarah shared her life story, from having ADHD, to finding her place socially, and how all those experiences have led up to where she is now. In addition to that, I got to hear the first-hand experiences of a woman in tech and how she is currently on her way to becoming the first woman to graduate her program at her University. 

"Don't take anything too seriously, life moves quickly so take time to slow down and enjoy the present"