Psychologically Incorrect
Lauren Merclean, LCSW & Nick Flower, Psy.D.
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The "Ick," Gaslighting and Trigger Warnings
Psychologically Incorrect
08/26/22 • 43 min
Today's episode takes the CBT lens to the concepts of the "Ick," gaslighting and trigger warnings.
Our Favorite Word: No.
Psychologically Incorrect
07/22/22 • 38 min
This episode is a dive into our favorite word: No. We talk about why people struggle to say, people pleasing and consequences of not saying no. We discuss emotions of anger, resentment and guilt associated with saying/not saying no. We discuss why saying no and being genuine is a show of self respect and respect for the other person. We discuss ways to set boundaries and practice saying no more. Lastly, we discuss learning to tolerate disappointment and the value of that.
When It Is All Too Much: CBT + Hopelessness
Psychologically Incorrect
07/14/22 • 34 min
The frequency of difficult, scary and painful events are happening at a frequency that most are finding untenable .There a lot of big emotions on/offline, which are hard to feel on a nonstop, daily basis. The goal of this podcast to sort through thoughts, feelings, attitudes and how we may suggest thinking through these so to not get stuck in big emotions and hopeless thinking and still try to find purpose, meaning and enjoyment in life.
"It's Not All Bad" & Other Thoughts on Social Media
Psychologically Incorrect
06/29/22 • 47 min
On this episode, we dig into our thoughts on social media. We discuss benefits and utility of it, some issues we see with it and suggestions to moderate how you use and consume it.
Talking Back To Unwanted Thoughts
Psychologically Incorrect
11/21/22 • 40 min
In this episode, we finish our conversation on intrusive thoughts with strategies to talk back to these thoughts. We discuss mindfulness strategies, tolerating uncertainty and using absurdity to talk back to unwanted or unpleasant thoughts. Give it a listen and tell us what you think.
Surviving the Holidaze
Psychologically Incorrect
12/20/22 • 37 min
Today's episode is all about the Holidaze. We discuss what makes the holiday season stressful or challenging for people. We discuss ways to cope, think about and reframe some of these challenges. We also discuss the challenges with the week between Christmas and New Years and our strategies for getting through it. Wishing you all happy holidays!
Parenting: Unequal Parts Boredom, Joy & Misery
Psychologically Incorrect
09/30/22 • 47 min
Ok, the title is total click bait....
This episode we dig into the reality of how hard it is to be a parent and the enormous task of raising kids. We talk about common struggles, common distortions, mom/parent guilt, anger/frustration, communicating and managing the conflicts with both your kids and coparents. We try to find some humor and reframes in this crazy endeavor called parenting.
The Case for Mediocrity
Psychologically Incorrect
09/23/22 • 39 min
If you are confused, keep reading...
Today's episode discusses perfectionism and all of the related trickle down effect's it causes: self loathing, chronic unmet expectations, annoyance with others, unwillingness to try/grow/learn, stagnation.
Perfectionism is a real downer. The case for mediocrity is our lighthearted antidote for perfectionism. We discuss ways to rethink your expectations for yourself and others and how to change your behaviors that feed perfectionism. Listen and Enjoy!
Are You Woke Enough?
Psychologically Incorrect
09/16/22 • 41 min
The episode talks about the concept of scrupulosity - religious and moral anxiety and obsessions about trying to be a good person. We discuss an emerging phenomenon of social justice scrupulosity: trying to be perfectly woke/inclusive or being the perfect ally. We discuss the thoughts and behaviors that drive this, the costs of how this affects people and the antidote for it.
Fun For Fun's Sake
Psychologically Incorrect
08/19/22 • 22 min
This episode is our sale's pitch for having more fun. We discuss what gets in the way, how emotions and mental illness can make it harder to feel joy and strategies to make more time for fun.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Psychologically Incorrect have?
Psychologically Incorrect currently has 21 episodes available.
What topics does Psychologically Incorrect cover?
The podcast is about News, Health & Fitness, Mental Health and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Psychologically Incorrect?
The episode title 'The Case for Mediocrity' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Psychologically Incorrect?
The average episode length on Psychologically Incorrect is 41 minutes.
How often are episodes of Psychologically Incorrect released?
Episodes of Psychologically Incorrect are typically released every 7 days, 6 hours.
When was the first episode of Psychologically Incorrect?
The first episode of Psychologically Incorrect was released on Jun 16, 2022.
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