Two women chat about psychological studies, and how they explain human behaviour.
Episodes
Wednesday Mar 21, 2018
Wednesday Mar 21, 2018
Have you been in Love? Have you been in a long, monogamous relationship? Then this episode is for you. Whether you’re into marriage, or want to be a single pringle for your whole life, we think there's something to learn here, and also…. We try really hard to make hashtags happen in this episode so bear with us. #Mindtrails #freudvoid #solvethesolveable.
Today we cover:
- Freud's theory of love
- Maslow’s theory of love
- Theory of liking vs. loving: the 3 ingredients of love
- Colour Wheel of Love (YES IT IS SPELLED WITH A “U” BECAUSE IT WAS A CANADIAN WHO MADE THIS THEORY GET OFF MY CASE!) (woah Marta, chill)
- Sternberg’s Love Triangle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triangular_theory_of_love
- Carte de Tendre: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Map_of_Tendre
We also ask and learn:
- Do we really need self actualization to be able to fall in love?
- Is passionate love the same as compassionate?
- Sometimes the best thing in your relationship, is a cleaning lady
- What does Fight/Flight have to do with love?
- Can you increase your capacity to love?
We watched, read, listened to:
- Plato’s Symposium: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symposium_(Plato)
- Demo Lovato- Ruin the Friendship: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/tell-me-you-love-me-deluxe/1273382676
- Esther Perel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0060753641/?tag=wwwestherpere-20
- Eli Finkel: All or Nothing Marriage
- 7 Principles of Making a Marriage Work: John Gottman https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Seven_Principles_for_Making_Marriage_Work
- Bill and Melinda Gates: https://www.gatesnotes.com/2018-Annual-Letter?WT.mc_id=02_13_2018_02_AnnualLetter2018_DO-COM_&WT.tsrc=DOCOM
In this episode, we made some leaps to try to make puns, if you’re still reading this description, you might be the kind of person who likes to write as well (that’s another leap…). Would you like to write to us and tell us how it went?
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Wednesday Mar 14, 2018
Wednesday Mar 14, 2018
WARNING: This episode covers mature topics and concepts such as sex, eroticism, etc.
This week, Meaghan and Marta really get it in…. I mean… get into it. Because really, deep down we all just wanna do it like they do on the discovery channel! (Please tell me you get the reference).
Anyway, we talk about the following:
- Sex as a physical need
- Sense of smell and sex
- How to score ladies in Germany
- Mate selection and ovulation
And we watched/read the following to get ready for our chat:
- Simplify Podcast: Season 1 Bonus Episode- https://www.blinkist.com/magazine/posts/simplify-marriage-eli-finkel
- Where Should We Begin: Esther Perel- https://www.estherperel.com/podcast
- Missing Richard Simmons podcast- https://www.missingrichardsimmons.com/
- FASCINATING article about bonobos: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/bonobo-sex-and-society-2006-06/
- Article about love as a wave: #13 “Learn to ride the waves” - https://markmanson.net/relationship-advice
Links to Esther Perel’s incredible TED Talks:
- https://www.ted.com/talks/esther_perel_rethinking_infidelity_a_talk_for_anyone_who_has_ever_loved#t-397281
- https://www.ted.com/talks/esther_perel_the_secret_to_desire_in_a_long_term_relationship#t-1124047
And the one from Christopher Ryan, which was also pretty cool:
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Wednesday Mar 07, 2018
Wednesday Mar 07, 2018
It’s Parenting-Theory central up in hurr! This week, we complete Part II of the Psychology of Family Dynamics with a thorough break-down for Parent-Child relationships. Marta teaches Meaghan about:
- Theories of Parenting Styles
- Attachment Theory
- The name of that theory where your one divorced parent turns you against your other divorced parent
- Tips and tricks for grandparenting
- That one
We also learn that Grade 5 is where it all went down hill for both of us on the math front...
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Wednesday Feb 28, 2018
Wednesday Feb 28, 2018
Continuing on with the Psychology of Relationships series, M&M dive into Family Dynamics. This is Part 1: Siblings, and for once, Meaghan teaches Marta!
- We discuss topics like:
- Sibling Rivalry
- Birth Order
- How sibling relationships change over time
- Only children - do only children actually have different brains from those with siblings??? You’ll find out!
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Wednesday Feb 21, 2018
Wednesday Feb 21, 2018
Is aquaintanceships a word? Discover that, and much more in this weeks episode of Who Knew? We Didn't!
This week we talk about:
- What it takes to turn an aquaintance into a friend
- What you need in a friendship
- How to be a good friend
- Gender differences in friendships
- Workpalce friendships and how they affect happiness at work
- When family and work relationships collide
- Workbaes
We also:
- Nerd out about the word Hubris
- Make workbae jokes
- Talk about a TV show that Marta has finally seen
Does anyone read these blurbs anyway? AM I SPEAKING INTO A VOID?!
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Wednesday Feb 14, 2018
Wednesday Feb 14, 2018
This week, M&M go real deep and personal about their own struggles with counselling, eating disorders, depression and self hatred in its various forms. Listen to this episode to learn how to help yourself and others, and learn A LOT about M&M along the way!
Trigger Warning: we discuss suicide in this episode. If this topic is difficult or upsetting for you, please stop listening at around the 1 hour mark.
Links to Help Resources and Contact Information Below:
US
- For general information on mental health and to find local treatment services, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Treatment Referral Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
- The SAMHSA website has a Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator that can search for treatment information by address, city, or ZIP code.
- Visit the NIMH’s Help for Mental Illnesses webpage for more information and resources (https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml)
Canada
- Canadian Mental Health Association is a national organization that promotes the mental health for everyone, and supports the resilience and recovery of people experiencing mental illness
- CMHA doesn’t provide direct mental health services or support, so you should contact your local CMHA for more information about mental health programs and service near you. You can find this by going to: cmha.ca/find-your-cmha
- In Ontario, the Ontario Mental Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600, or http://www.mentalhealthhelpline.ca/
- Also in Ontario (GTA specifically) - Planned Parenthood Toronto offers free mental health counselling
- This is the service Meaghan mentioned in this episode that provided invaluable help as she struggled with mental health and getting control of her eating disorder. Go to: http://www.ppt.on.ca/ or call 416-961-0113
- Also, CAMH, which we mentioned in our last episode, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, is an EXCELLENT resource – cannot speak highly enough of them
- they’re in Ontario, but even just their website is a good resource for finding good resources and suggestions
- Access CAMH is a phone-based service that provides information and resources for individuals and their families on mental illness, addiction and concurrent disorders.
- provide information about how families can access CAMH services for a family member or friend, as well as provide information about services available in the community (including crisis centres), and can connect families to support groups and educational sessions co-ordinated by CAMH.
- Call Access CAMH for mental health and addictions information, eligibility requirements and instructions on making a referral to CAMH, to refer yourself for addictions services. Most patients looking for help with drugs, alcohol or other addictions will be scheduled for their first appointment in one call.
- (416) 535-8501 and select option 2.
In Crisis?
- If You Are in Crisis: Call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to anyone. All calls are confidential.
- Or If you are thinking about harming yourself or thinking about suicide:
- Tell someone who can help right away
- Call your licensed mental health professional if you are already working with
- Call your doctor
- Go to the nearest hospital emergency department
- If a loved one is considering suicide:
- Do not leave him or her alone
- Try to get your loved one to seek immediate help from a doctor or the nearest hospital emergency room, or call 911
- Remove access to firearms or other potential tools for suicide, including medications
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Wednesday Feb 07, 2018
Wednesday Feb 07, 2018
Hey guys, this week we cover depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety. These are the most common mental illnesses and theres alot to talk about. Tune in if you can, but be warned that we discuss suicide, and if you will find this triggering, then please do not listen. We love you.
HELP RESOURCE CONTACT INFO
US:
- For general information on mental health and to find local treatment services, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Treatment Referral Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
- The SAMHSA website has a Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator that can search for treatment information by address, city, or ZIP code.
- Visit the NIMH’s Help for Mental Illnesses webpage for more information and resources (https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml)
Canada
- Canadian Mental Health Association is a national organization that promotes the mental health for everyone, and supports the resilience and recovery of people experiencing mental illness
- CMHA doesn’t provide direct mental health services or support, so you should contact your local CMHA for more information about mental health programs and service near you
- you can find this by going to: cmha.ca/find-your-cmha
- In Ontario, the Ontario Mental Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600, or http://www.mentalhealthhelpline.ca/
- Also, CAMH, which we mentioned in our last episode, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, is an EXCELLENT resource – cannot speak highly enough of them
- they’re in Ontario, but even just their website is a good resource for finding good resources and suggestions
- Access CAMH is a phone-based service that provides information and resources for individuals and their families on mental illness, addiction and concurrent disorders.
- provide information about how families can access CAMH services for a family member or friend, as well as provide information about services available in the community (including crisis centres), and can connect families to support groups and educational sessions co-ordinated by CAMH.
- Call Access CAMH for mental health and addictions information, eligibility requirements and instructions on making a referral to CAMH, to refer yourself for addictions services. Most patients looking for help with drugs, alcohol or other addictions will be scheduled for their first appointment in one call.
- (416) 535-8501 and select option 2.
In Crisis?:
- If You Are in Crisis: Call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to anyone. All calls are confidential.
- Or If you are thinking about harming yourself or thinking about suicide:
- Tell someone who can help right away
- Call your licensed mental health professional if you are already working with
- Call your doctor
- Go to the nearest hospital emergency department
- If a loved one is considering suicide:
- Do not leave him or her alone
- Try to get your loved one to seek immediate help from a doctor or the nearest hospital emergency room, or call 911
- Remove access to firearms or other potential tools for suicide, including medications
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Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
Wednesday Jan 31, 2018
This Week on Who Knew? We Didn't!
We talk about Psychopathy, Sociopathy, and Anti-Social Personality Disorder. Are there any differences? Are all these terms basically the same thing? We also talk about
- Assessment measures for each disorder
- Rehabilitative outlook for psychopaths
- Recidivism statistics
- The nuanced differences between the terms
Here are some of the videos and articles we chatted about:
- Jon Ronson's Ted Talk (the story of Tony the Pinstripe Psychopath): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYemnKEKx0c
- The Psychopath Child video we freaked out about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDVaiwzU8yc&t=85s
- A Summary of the Oakridge Program (aka. the Naked Psychopaths on LSD Experiment): https://historyexhibit.waypointcentre.ca/exhibits/show/treatment/or-program
Stay Curious, and Cover All Your Baskets.
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Wednesday Jan 24, 2018
Wednesday Jan 24, 2018
What makes Serena Williams the best? How do I use exercise to improve my well being? What makes one elite athlete better than another?
All of these questions we answer in today's episode of Who Knew? We Didn't!
Topics we cover:
- Resistance Training
- Extreme Sports
- Women in the Olympics
- E-sports
- Ted Talks (as usual)
We also invented a new word that is a hybrid of probability and cheese... Probrabrie. :)
Enjoy!
Links
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xnbUT3rOvQ
http://www.sportpsychologytoday.com/sport-psychology-for-coaches/sports-pre-performance-routines/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KI3WJXNhCJ8
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Wednesday Jan 17, 2018
Wednesday Jan 17, 2018
Who Knew? We Didn't!
Today we talk about Social Media.
Marta starts the episode off with OUTRAGE about google+, but luckily she chills out, makes tonnes of mic noises and chats with the ever patient Meaghan about Social Media.
Have you ever wondered about how Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc affect your life? We talk about that here! We talk about:
- How social media affects your sleep
- Why we like social media
- How we use social media
- Positives of social media
- How race and media interact
As usual, reach out dollface, we'd love to hear from you.
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