A podcast that explains how everything is psychology. Even your 20s. Hosted by Jemma Sbeg, each Tuesday and Friday we deep dive into the science and psychology behind a topic, concept or universal experience that defines our 20s - from dating, to mental health, career anxiety, friendship, finances and all the growing pains associated with this decade. Listen now. Watch on Netflix: HERE Follow Jemma on Instagram: @ jemmasbeg Follow the podcast on Instagram: @ thatpsychologypodcast Subscribe on Substack: @ thepsychologyofyour20s For business: [email protected]
Stockholm Syndrome functions as a paradoxical survival strategy rather than a formal mental health diagnosis, emerging when victims form emotional bonds with captors under extreme conditions. This psychological adaptation, often involving "fawning"—a response where individuals attempt to placate aggressors to reduce ha...
Angel numbers serve as psychological tools that provide comfort and guidance during periods of transition, uncertainty, or personal growth. These numerical sequences, while rooted in ancient traditions of numerology and spiritual messaging, function primarily through the brain's innate pattern recognition and the human...
Genuine interest in others, authenticity, and a commitment to novel, divergent experiences define what makes an individual truly captivating. While modern environments—driven by global homogenization and algorithmic dependency—often force a standardization of thought that diminishes personal uniqueness, individuals can...
Insecurity functions as a psychological protective mechanism that often outlives its utility, evolving into a source of chronic self-doubt. While evolutionary theories suggest a baseline level of insecurity maintains social harmony, excessive self-scrutiny frequently stems from childhood experiences, including conditio...
Uncertainty defines the experience of being in one's 20s, serving as a byproduct of navigating a liminal space without the established structures of school or parental guidance. This decade lacks clear benchmarks for success, leading to decision paralysis and an overactive amygdala that interprets the unknown as a thre...
Navigating the twenties involves avoiding common pitfalls that hinder personal and professional growth. Prioritizing romantic relationships over individual development and friendships often leads to significant regret, as does the failure to establish financial literacy through saving and investing. Many young adults s...
Confidence functions as a skill developed through deliberate practice rather than an innate, fixed attribute. Self-efficacy—the belief in one’s capacity to execute specific tasks—serves as the foundation, cultivated through mastery experiences, vicarious modeling, social persuasion, and emotional regulation. Adopting a...
Sigmund Freud, the grandfather of modern psychology, fundamentally shifted the understanding of the human mind through the development of psychoanalysis. While his early work focused on neurology and the treatment of hysteria, he eventually pioneered methods like free association and dream analysis to access the uncons...
Productivity is not a matter of inherent discipline but rather a result of emotional regulation, structural design, and self-awareness. Relying solely on willpower is ineffective because it is a finite resource; instead, success stems from managing emotional resistance and environmental cues. Implementing the 3-2-1 met...
Entrepreneurship requires resilience and the ability to view rejection as a standard professional hurdle rather than a personal failure. Grace Beverley, founder of TALA, details her transition from an anonymous social media fitness account to managing multiple businesses, highlighting the strategic advantage of startin...
Psychotherapy provides a structured environment to identify and interrupt repetitive life patterns, often shaped by family dynamics and socio-political environments. Dr. Sandra Espinoza, a clinician and educator, emphasizes that effective therapy requires practitioners to engage in rigorous self-examination to ensure t...
Feeling "too much" often stems from deep-seated shame and the perceived need to shrink one's personality to fit rigid social norms. This phenomenon frequently originates in childhood, where early bids for attention or emotional expression are met with frustration, forcing individuals to adopt a "false self" to secure a...
Sibling relationships represent one of the most enduring human connections, serving as foundational training grounds for negotiation, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation. While rivalry often originates in childhood as an evolutionary response to limited parental resources, these dynamics frequently transform ...
Outgrowing a past life in your 20s triggers a profound psychological transition characterized by the tension between nostalgia and the necessity of evolution. This process often manifests as "developmental disequilibrium," where behavioral regression precedes significant growth. Navigating this shift requires moving th...
Mental health campaigner Ben West shares his journey of transforming the trauma of losing his younger brother, Sam, to suicide into a global movement. He details the creation of "Reasons to Stay," a suicide prevention initiative that has facilitated the exchange of over 3.6 million letters between strangers worldwide, ...
Living in the present remains a persistent challenge, especially when navigating the significant life transition of moving abroad. The experience of relocating to London highlights a recurring struggle to find contentment in one's current chapter rather than constantly anticipating the next. While the city offers uniqu...
Attention spans are rapidly declining, with average focus times dropping from two and a half minutes to 47 seconds over the last two decades. This erosion stems from a dopamine-driven environment that prioritizes immediate gratification over sustained effort. Modern technology, particularly social media, exploits rewar...
A "boring" life—defined by routine, stability, and simple pleasures—serves as a radical, psychologically nourishing alternative to the relentless pressure of modern hustle culture. Constant exposure to curated social media content creates a false sense of inadequacy, driving a cycle of FOMO that keeps individuals in a ...
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