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You don't need the universe to be listening for certain practices to change your life.

More and more people are using ChatGPT and other chatbots for psychotherapy and mental health. But, are they any good? I have a counseling session with AI and find out. Also watch this episode on video at https://youtube.com/@psychologyin10minutes

If you met me at a party, would I be analyzing you? Here's my answer, along with some surprising facts about therapy. Video version of this episode at https://youtube.com/@psychologyin10minutes.

Western psychologists borrowed mindfulness meditation from the Buddhist tradition. But, did they get it right? Here's one Buddhist Monk's take. Check out the video of this episode: http://youtube.com/@psychologyin10minutes

In an age of unprecedented interconnection, we're feeling lonelier than ever. But there are some surprisingly simple things we can do about it. View this episode in video, as well: https://youtube.com/@psychologyin10minutes

Besides being cute, here are four ways science shows that pets may be good for our mental and physical health. Check out the video version of this podcast: youtube.com/@psychologyin10minutes

In this episode, I speak with Buddhist monk Phra Pandit about the relationship between Buddhism and psychology. Check out the full video interview at https://youtube.com/@psychologyin10minutes

If you're considering a PhD in clinical or counseling psychology, you'll want to listen.

Here's the insight that may help us find meaning and fulfillment as we get older. If you love the show, get your copy of the 'Psychology in 10 Minutes' Book! http://book.psychologyin10minutes.com

There's no question that music can alter our mood. But new research is showing it might do much more.

Research shows that some surprisingly simple motivation hacks can also be surprisingly effective. Here are three insights from motivation science that might surprise you. If you enjoy this episode, consider becoming a patron! patreon.com/psychologyin10minutes

Imagine if, someday, you could take a pill that would help with loneliness as readily as Tylenol helps with a headache. If you like the show, buy me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/psychologyin10minutes

I came to believe my own lie. Here's how, and what it tells us about human memory. If you like the show, buy me a coffee (or two!) at https://buymeacoffee.com/psychologyin10minutes

Why travel--especially when it involves experiences within cultures different from our own--can help us be more creative and flexible in our thinking.

Here's why experiences--like travel--generally boost our happiness more than material objects, like the latest gadget or fancy pair of shoes.