Stronger Minds

The Old Hag in Newfoundland, kanashibari in Japan. Cultures across the world have given this phenomenon a spiritual or supernatural connotation But what is sleep paralysis, why does it happen and is there anything we can do to control it?

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.

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SAD isn’t a simple lack of motivation or laziness; it’s a circadian timing problem. In this episode we unpack the biology, the common signs, and the small, repeatable habits that lift winter mood and energy.

You’ll learn

• What SAD is (and how it differs from “winter blues”)
• How short daylight shifts your body clock, sleep, hormones and appetite
• The biggest lever
• Food & routine basics for steadier energy
• Sleep anchors and wind-down choreography,
• When to seek extra support

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A 12-week, evidence-based programme: light therapy done right, sleep & daily routines, nutrition for winter, low-day tools, holidays/workplace support and much more.

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Some practical tips for making the most of thr sun's anti-depressant effects.

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.

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What happens when the science you’ve already paid for is locked behind a paywall?

In this sponsor supported episode I trace how academic publishing shifted from learned societies to commercial houses and paywalls, why this creates global inequities in health and research, and how the Gates Foundation’s refreshed Open Access (OA) policy aims to change the system.

The Gates Foundation's Open Access Policy

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How to Build a Healthy Brain*

Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.

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What, if anything, do our dreams mean?

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Original music by Juan Iglesias

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This week I explore this most common yet most slippery states of mind, and the harms of getting stuck in it.

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.

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This episode is primer on Oedipus and why this tragic mythical king is so important to psychology.

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.

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Passive aggression is conflict in disguise, characterised by indirect resistance, sugar-coated jabs and strategic delays. In this episode, we unpack what passive aggression is, why it shows up in otherwise kind people, and how to replace sideways signals with clear, respectful language. You’ll get short scripts for saying the real thing and a calm, practical way to respond when passive aggression is aimed at you.

You’ll learn

• A clean definition of passive aggression
• Common forms: delaying tasks, backhanded compliments, 'forgetting', weaponised precision, performative 'it’s fine'
• The psychology underneath: fear of conflict, power asymmetries, attachment triggers
• How to be less passive aggressive
• How to respond as a recipient

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.

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Why we cling to ideas about cosmic fairness, and how they hurt empathy.

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How to Build a Healthy Brain*

Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*

Original music by Juan Iglesias

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.

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From brain development during pregnancy to dementia risk in later life, get to know one of the most important nutrients for brain health.

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How to Build a Healthy Brain*

Unprocessed: What Your Diet is Doing to Your Brain*

Original music by Juan Iglesias

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided here is solely at your own risk. Remember, your health is unique to you, so consult your healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your personal needs.

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