My Crazy Brain
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Social Media's Effects on the Brain
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Social media has changed the way we interact with the world. While it is entertaining to watch funny dog videos or get inspiration for tasty recipes, ...
"Why Are We Scared All the Time?": How to Conquer Fear in the Modern World
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fear controls us like a puppeteer, causing us to act irrationally and rashly. In the past, fear was a vital ingredient in the recipe for procreation, ...
I Want More: The Reality of Addiction
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's topic is one that is unfortunately all too common: addiction. Addiction can take many forms, from substance abuse to gambling, and it aff...
Procrastination Is Totally Normal, but Let's Fix It
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Procrastination is the act of delaying or postponing tasks or actions that need to be completed. It is a common behavior that many people experience i...
Fish, Pessimism, and Light: How to Spread Positivity
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I approach the topic of optimism through an authentic lens. It feels like, despite our best efforts, we are constantly being pushed b...
How to Leverage Learning: A Guide to Better Study Habits, Memory, and Focus
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Neuroplasticity is defined as our brain's ability to adapt, change, and mold itself in response to external events or stimuli. In today's ep...
Mastering Sleep Through Neuroscience
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sleep is super weird. Why the heck do we dream? What's the deal with sleepwalking? Can I drink coffee and still sleep well? There are a myriad of...
Navigating Relationships Using Science and Psychology
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we will discuss the challenges and rewards of maintaining healthy relationships. From communication and conflict resolution to buildi...
Seeking Control: Exploring the Human Psyche
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we will delve into the psychological and sociological factors that drive our need for control, and how it can manifest in both positi...
Think Differently and Change the World: Redefining Neurodiversity with Dave Thompson
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I get to speak with Dave Thompson. Dave has been an educator, innovator, and advocate in the field of Neurodiversity Employment since...
What Does OCD Really Look Like?
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we explore the world of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), a common mental health condition characterized by intrusive thoughts and...
Learning From the Cold: A New Perspective on Discomfort with Cold Plunge Cam
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is, to say the least, a special one. I am joined by content creator Cold Plunge Cam to discuss the benefits of cold exposure and overall ...
Navigating Grief
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Grief is complicated. Is it sadness? Is it distress? Is it longing? It might just be all of them... In this episode we navigate the stages of grief as...
The Problems With Overthinking: Did I spell that correctly?
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been there... It's 3 a.m. and you are lying wide awake in bed thinking about the day's conversations, interactions, and whate...
The Identity Crisis: What is Happening?
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we acknowledge a current unseen epidemic: the identity crisis. No, this isn't your common mid-life crisis companion, but rather ...
Exploring Confidence
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It can drastically alter our perception of the world around us, we all know how this feels. You either 'feel it' or you don't. In this ...
Harnessing Motivation
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Motivation is tricky... It ebbs and flows, often preventing us from doing even the simplest of things. In this episode, we delve into what both an abu...
Addressing Comparison
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all fall victim to it... We compare ourselves to other people whenever we get the chance. This can engender feelings of inadequacy in us even when ...
Confronting Anxiety
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety is a weird thing! It is often misrepresented and consequently, misunderstood by many. In this episode, I hope to clear up the definition of an...
Embracing Mindfulness
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the practical uses of mindfulness and so-called "metacognition" in our daily lives as well as how to overcome ou...
Conquering Perfectionism
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the destructive capabilities of perfectionism, what causes perfectionism, as well as how we can win the battle with it. Le...
Introduction
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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