Episodes 572
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Since Dec 2013
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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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.

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5 Signs you're too self-critical (Reissue)

Mar 18, 2026 9m

218. Are you harder on yourself than 40-grit sandpaper? Do you feel like you’re falling short, no matter how high you’ve climbed? Are you tough as nails on yourself, but soft as mashed potatoes with…

How to be happy when the world makes you depressed (Reissue)

Mar 11, 2026 7m

228. Hold on to your handbasket! Every day, the headlines push our buttons of alarm, despair, and fury all at once. What’s a thinking, feeling human to do, besides invest in a Hunger Games-style bow…

What to do (and not do) when you feel insecure (Reissue)

Mar 04, 2026 11m

192. Whatever you call it—self-doubt, insecurity, inadequacy—it’s a universal phenomenon. We can all relate to feeling as insecure as a newly-launched cryptocurrency. Luckily, there is lots we can…

How to beat winter blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) (Reissue)

Feb 25, 2026 9m

9. When all that’s left of the fa-la-las is rock-hard fruitcake, the winter blahs creep up, settle in, and hang around until spring. In this episode from the very early days of the podcast (2014!),…

The science behind 5 classic happiness clichés (Reissue)

Feb 18, 2026 11m

200. In this fan-favorite episode from 2018, Dr. Ellen Hendriksen celebrates her 200th episode by giving us a much-needed makeover using five pieces of classic happiness advice.Find Dr. Ellen…

How to talk with someone intimidating

Feb 11, 2026 6m

550. Continuing our two-part series on speaking up at work, this week's episode tackles how to talk with someone intimidating—a boss, professor, or anyone who makes your adrenaline spike. You’ll…

How to speak up in a meeting

Feb 04, 2026 5m

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…

How to deal with the midlife crisis (Reissue)

Jan 28, 2026 10m

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…

How to know you did a good job (without asking for approval)

Jan 21, 2026 8m

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…

The sleep rules you don't actually need to follow

Jan 14, 2026 14m

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…

Three truths about self-compassion that made me say, “Oh, now I get it!”

Jan 07, 2026 8m

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…

How to quiet a racing mind: Three daytime habits for nighttime peace

Dec 31, 2025 13m

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…

How to set boundaries when you’re anxious

Dec 24, 2025 9m

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…

How to nap without ruining your sleep: Finding the sweet spot

Dec 17, 2025 13m

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…

How to resist the urge to optimize everything

Dec 10, 2025 9m

542. If you’ve ever obsessed over your sleep score, treated self-help like homework, or tried to “maximize” a vacation, you know how easily optimization becomes its own exhausting job. Culture tells…

A blast from the past: Ellen Hendriksen and Jade Wu return

Dec 03, 2025 18m

541. Today, we hear from two of our past hosts of the Savvy Psychologist. Dr. Ellen Hendriksen and Dr. Jade Wu. They will tell us what they’ve been up to and set the stage for exciting weeks ahead…

The power of being DUMB to build a good life

Nov 26, 2025 16m

540. On her final episode, Dr. Monica Johnson shares a brain dump of quick and dirty tips to help listeners build a life worth living. She looks at the benefits of being DUMB—an acronym covering…

Structural dissociation: Understanding your personality's survival parts

Nov 19, 2025 27m

539. Dissociation is a normal human experience, but when it's outside of normal limits, it can be dysregulating. In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson and Alexandra Mejia look at the signs of…

How can you walk with grief instead of fighting it, with Hilary Bucell

Nov 12, 2025 30m

538. Loss is inevitable, but grief is our emotional response to what is gone. In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson and psychotherapist Hilary Bucell look at the differences between grief and…

Seasonal Affective Disorder: How to manage the winter blues

Nov 05, 2025 13m

537. You don't have to suffer through the winter months. In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson looks at how to create a multi-faceted approach to wellness for SAD. She looks at the importance of…

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