How to speak up in a meeting
549. Meetings are everywhere—from work and faculty meetings to HOAs and book clubs. But speaking up can feel intimidating, especially if you struggle with social anxiety, perfectionism, or power dynam...
4 Feb 5min
How to deal with the midlife crisis (Reissue)
113. This week, Savvy Psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen channels her best Talking Heads and asks, on behalf of every middle-aged adult: "How did I get here?" Plus, Dr. Hendriksen explains why time see...
28 Jan 10min
How to know you did a good job (without asking for approval)
548. In a culture of likes, reviews, and constant comparison, deciding if you’ve "done well" can feel impossible. This week, interim host Dr. Ellen Hendriksen unpacks the trap of tying your value to o...
21 Jan 8min
The sleep rules you don't actually need to follow
547. If you've ever followed every sleep rule in the book and still found yourself wide awake at 2 a.m., this episode is for you. Sleep psychologist Dr. Jade Wu looks at why sleep hygiene—like avoidin...
14 Jan 14min
Three truths about self-compassion that made me say, “Oh, now I get it!”
546. Self-compassion sounds simple—be kind to yourself—but for those of us with a loud inner critic, it can feel surprisingly hard to put into practice. This week, we’ll break down three truths that m...
7 Jan 8min
How to quiet a racing mind: Three daytime habits for nighttime peace
545. Do you close your eyes only for your brain to start spinning with to-do lists and worries? In this episode, sleep psychologist Dr. Jade Wu looks at why your mind races at night. She looks at thre...
31 Dec 202513min
How to set boundaries when you’re anxious
544. Boundaries, like wide-leg sweatpants and quarter-zips, are trending—but setting them can feel anything but comfy, especially if you’re anxious. This week, we’ll talk about how to set boundaries k...
24 Dec 20259min
How to nap without ruining your sleep: Finding the sweet spot
543. Napping isn't just for toddlers; it's a performance enhancer. In her first solo episode back, sleep psychologist Dr. Jade Wu looks at what short naps do for your declarative memory, emotional reg...
17 Dec 202513min
