2 Shrinks and Me

Mental health is everywhere on social media—self-care hacks, therapy memes, and viral stress-busting tips. It’s great that we’re talking about it more, but let’s be real: not every “quick fix” actually fixes anything. While some posts offer real support, others spread oversimplified (or just plain bad) advice. So, how do we separate helpful insights from the noise? Let’s dive in!

So. Many. Choices! Every day, we're bombarded with decisions—big and small, important and trivial. We're constantly choosing, picking, selecting, and yes… deciding. It’s exhausting! But decision fatigue doesn’t have to run our lives. Let’s talk about how to navigate the endless choices without burning out.

It's true your strongest critic is you. Let's fix it! We talk about how to overcome yourself and reach for your wildest dreams. 

Creativity! We all hear how we are creative but what is it? is it just crayons and paper and children or can it be used in other ways. Today we have a very special guest, Chase Norton to chat about creativity and how it has played a large role in his life. Get ready to learn that creativity is so much more than coloring time and day dreaming!

Ever feel like you're faking it and it’s only a matter of time before everyone finds out? Like you're just one mistake away from being ‘exposed’? Yeah, that's us. This week, we’re diving into imposter syndrome — that sneaky feeling that no matter how much you’ve accomplished, it’s never enough. We’ll talk about why so many of us feel this way, how it messes with our confidence, and what we can do to stop it from holding us back. Spoiler: you’re not alone, and you’re probably way more capable than you give yourself credit for.

Join us as we dive into the worlds of Pokémon and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, with a side of Dan justifying being cheap. Oh, and somewhere in there, we tackle how individuality develops, the search for acceptance, and what it means to find your community.

 
Join us this week as we dive into the fascinating world of Industrial-Organizational (IO) Psychology with our special guest, Jake! We’ll chat about what IO Psychology is all about, exploring how it focuses on understanding workplace behavior, boosting employee well-being, and optimizing company performance. Who knew Psychologists could be so corporate!

Join us as we talk about the unofficial requirements to be a “shrink” and what your mountain dew flavor says about you. Oh, and we discuss the importance of family on development and choosing your found family.

When’s the last time you heard someone say, “That person’s a narcissist”? Join us as we dive into the world of personality and personality disorders. We'll unpack what it truly means to have a personality disorder and just how complex it is to meet the criteria.

Ever thought, "Should I join a pyramid scheme?" Curious about what might be the biggest one of all? Well, it’s not what you think! Join us as we dive into the true “pyramid scheme” – exercising! We'll break down why staying active boosts your mental well-being and offer tips on how to get started.