America loves underdogs. Think about your favorite films and consider what you loved most about those stories. For many of…
Why We Tend Not to Challenge Our Core Beliefs about the World and Ourselves
When I was an undergraduate student, my ancient philosophy professor told us: Don’t ever become satisfied; otherwise, you’ll become complacent.…
Taming Perfectionism: Why a Sense of Entitlement is Based on Fear
Have you ever heard of mental filtering? Do you recall any experiences of it? How is the mind able to…
The People-Pleaser Within: Why It’s Important to Know the Difference Between Being Liked and Respected
Parents often ask themselves: How much do I want my child to love me? Black and white thinking can, sometimes,…
William Irwin Talks Turning Philosophy Into Poetry — Hip Hop XXIV
On episode 103, Seize The Moment podcast welcomed back philosopher William Irwin to discuss poetry and philosophy, plus William’s new…
The Art of Struggle: Why You Should Do Difficult Activities to Manage Your Anxiety
When left alone, anxiety becomes a monster. Obsession, ambition, and fear are always linked. The more ambitious you are, the…
Why I Love the Buccaneers
Imagine being a fan of a sports team called “The Yucks.” Now, imagine a kid living in Brooklyn, NY being…
Why a Life Without Pride Just Isn’t Worth Living
My undergraduate ancient philosophy professor said to us, “Don’t ever feel satisfied; you’ll become complacent.” According to him, pride and…
David Livingstone Smith: How Monsters, Racists, and Nazis are Made — Hip Hop XXIV
On episode 102, Seize The Moment podcast welcomes philosopher David Livingstone Smith to discuss the psychosocial mechanisms of dehumanization. David…
Dear Young Therapist: You Don’t Have to Be An Idealist and Try to Save the World
Millennials are whiners. God, I’ve heard that so many times. An article by a prominent psychiatrist was recently published in…
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