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In this episode, I will discuss my response to my daughter’s question, “Is this Normal? - Crying over a fictional movie character?” Yes, I have a feeling I may be doing more “Is this Normal?” podcasts down the road, so don’t be surprised to see more episodes like this one. If you have a “Is this Normal” question for me, reach me using the ways listed below.

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In this podcast, I walk through the process of overcoming what in academic circles we call, “ABD” or All But Dissertation - that period of one’s academic career that feels like no man’s land, because you’re virtually graduated, except for this research paper.  This also applies to those pursuing a master’s degree but are stuck on their thesis paper.

7 Steps to get unstuck:

Step 1: Acknowledge the emotional and psychological barrier

Step 2: Assess your current status (for graduate program and paper)

Step 3: Find support group or peer

Step 4: Reach out to committee chairperson

Step 5: Working on your dissertation

Step 6: Oral defense

Step 7: Buy me a coffee When you’re done!

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In today’s episode I will explain why we put off important tasks, using mainly Skinner’s operant conditioning theory, as well as other basic psychological concepts. So, don’t put off listening! 

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In this episode I respond to a listener’s situation about living in India where the stigma of mental illness is very high, and how to deal with it. I turned on the mic and gave some of my thoughts about the issue of stigma, as well as some suggestions on self care.  This is a common issue one would learn in a psychology course, especially in the field of clinical or counseling psychology.  I also include some personal anecdotes, as usual.  Don’t tell my in-laws, I kind of talk about them.

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In this episode we explore the notion of the gap year, taking time off either after high school-pre-college, or after college - pre-professional life. A little brainstorming out loud about whether it’s a good fit for you.

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Welcome to the podcast, the 2nd of 2021. In this episode, I try to encourage every college student to seek out psychotherapy at their college counseling center.   Listen in for details.  

I hope you find this information helpful!

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Happy new year! Let’s discuss the notion of the new year’s resolution and why it is so difficult to succeed at them. I will examine this through the lens of a psychology educator, because that’s what I am, and see if psych 100 concepts can help us reach our goals.

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This is my end of 2020 wrap up podcast, because everyone seems to have one of these, and I’m a conformist, okay? But seriously, I wanted to share my appreciation for anyone who listened to my podcast, in addition to my students, and reached out to me with questions and comments... a big THANK YOU! I have some ideas for 2021, and feel free to reach me with suggestions as well. Happy New Year!! 

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Hey high school and college students, I have some (hopefully) practical suggestions for surviving finals week, plus looking at the big picture and putting things in perspective.  

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This was an impulsive podcast recording, just addressing the onslaught of social, cultural pressures to spend money - I hope this podcast can give those struggling with money some ideas on how to counter such pressures and survive the holiday season financially. 

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