America loves underdogs. Think about your favorite films and consider what you loved most about those stories. For many of … More
Tag: Psychology
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. … More
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 … More
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, … More
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 … More
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 … More
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 … More
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 … More
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 … More
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 … More
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