Savvy Psychologist
Savvy Psychologist
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Seeking a healthier emotional life? It’s time to bring a trained psychologist and mental health expert along for the ride. Dr. Monica Johnson explains the why behind complex emotions, helps you form better relationships, and guides you down the path of self-understanding.
Common cognitive fallacies (Part 1)
What are the common cognitive biases that lead to problems for us?
May 15
11 min
Are your parents to blame for your development?
8 developmental stages to set you up for life.
May 8
19 min
Emotional numbness
Are you emotionally numb? Here are some of the signs and coping strategies.
May 1
12 min
Understanding "Specific Phobias"
Are you having a normal reaction or is it a phobia? Today I define what phobias are and outline some strategies to combat them.
Apr 24
12 min
Tips for combatting emotional and cognitive patterns (EMS Part 2)
Part 2 of our series on "Early Maladaptive Schemas" or EMS.
Apr 17
9 min
18 Beliefs that may be ruining your life (EMS Part 1)
Part 1 of our series on "Early Maladaptive Schemas" or EMS.
Apr 10
15 min
The many types of “boredom” and what to do about them
Defining the 5 distinct types of boredom.
Apr 3
14 min
The facts of narcissistic personality disorder
Over the last handful of years, it can feel like every “bad boyfriend” or “sketchy politician” has been given the label of a narcissist.
Mar 27
10 min
The facts of bipolar disorder
Seeing an interaction on TV inspired me to teach you all a little about bipolar disorder.
Mar 20
9 min
Why being too independent can actually be a problem
Here are two ways that hyper-independence may show up in yourself or others.
Mar 13
7 min
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