Episodes 426
Avg. Duration 40m
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Apple Rating 4.8 (1,442)
Since Jun 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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A podcast that explains how everything is psychology. Even your 20s. Hosted by Jemma Sbeg, each Tuesday and Friday we deep dive into the science and psychology behind a topic, concept or universal experience that defines our 20s - from dating, to mental health, career anxiety, friendship, finances and all the growing pains associated with this decade. Listen now. 

 

My book is out NOW: https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/general-clean 

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427. What to do when a 9-5 doesn't fulfil you?

Jun 11, 2026 38m Transcript

Most of us will spend the majority of our adult lives working. So why does the traditional 9–5 leave so many people feeling exhausted, trapped, unfulfilled, or quietly wondering: is this really it? …

426. The psychology of superstition

Jun 08, 2026 46m Transcript

Superstitions can seem irrational on the surface, but beneath them is something incredibly human - the need for meaning, comfort, and a sense of control in an uncertain world. In this episode, we…

425. Why we want people who don't want us back

Jun 04, 2026 32m Transcript

Why do we become obsessed with people who don't want us back? Even when we know it will never work? Even when we know there's no convincing them? In this episode, we unpack the psychology behind…

424. How to ACTUALLY change your bad habits ft. Harvard Behavioural Scientist, Julia Dhar

Jun 01, 2026 1h 1m Transcript

We all have something about our behaviour or our lives we really want to change. But every time we go to try, we find we lose motivation very quickly and end up back where we started with the…

423. You need more hobbies...here's how you do it

May 30, 2026 37m Transcript

Your hobbies may be just as important as your friendships in your 20s. But whilst you may dedicate 10-15 hours a week to your friends, most of us can go a week or two without actually performing our…

422. The psychology of Peter Pan Syndrome

May 28, 2026 35m Transcript

We’re all familiar with the story of the boy who wouldn’t grow up: Peter Pan. But when someone displays similar traits in real life - issues with commitment, responsibilities, and adulting in general…

421. Hating yourself will get you nowhere

May 25, 2026 46m Transcript

Being your own harshest critic can feel productive, protective, even familiar, but over time, it becomes less of a motivator and more of a cage. In this episode, we explore the psychology of…

420. The psychology of weed

May 24, 2026 44m Transcript

Weed can be relaxing, funny, creative, and social - until it isn’t. In this episode, we look at what weed is actually doing in the brain, why it can calm one person and overwhelm another, and how it…

419. How to ACTUALLY process your emotions

May 21, 2026 45m Transcript

When we’re detached from our emotions, things can feel a little… flat. But though our brain might be trying to protect us from harm, emotionally detaching stops us from being able to appreciate the…

418. How to repair a friendship

May 18, 2026 49m Transcript

Endless studies show that the strength of our relationships is the biggest indicator for our happiness and wellbeing. So when we fall out with a friend, it can feel absolutely devastating, and leave…

417. The pressure to be extraordinary in our 20s

May 14, 2026 42m Transcript

In our 20s, we can feel intense pressure to be extraordinary, to stand head and shoulders above the pack, to thrive across all aspects of our life. But when we put pressure on ourselves to be…

416. The surprising neuroscience behind your anxiety

May 11, 2026 44m Transcript

Anxiety has a way of making ordinary moments feel life-or-death. A simple interaction can feel significant, a passing thought can spiral into catastrophe, and your body can react as if something is…

415. The psychology of dopamine

May 09, 2026 24m Transcript

Most people would know the term: dopamine. It's the world's most famous neurotransmitter, known for it's role in happiness and pleasure. What if I told you, most of us have it all wrong. In today's…

414. How to get out of a funk

May 07, 2026 36m Transcript

When we’re ‘in a funk’, we might feel that things just aren’t going right for us, we can’t catch a break, and that life generally feels pretty flat. What’s more, we can tend to look at the world…

413. You're not for everyone? GOOD!

May 04, 2026 36m Transcript

It’s easy to believe that being liked by as many people as possible is a positive attribute. But when we chase this, we risk compromising our sense of identity, alienating ourselves from others, and…

412. Does your frontal lobe ACTUALLY develop at 25?

May 02, 2026 20m Transcript

Where did this myth that our frontal lobe develops at 25 actually come from? What does the death penalty and Leonardo DiCaprio have in common? You've probably seen TikToks, videos, tweets, memes, but…

411. Growing up online, early fame and rediscovering your creativity ft. Arden Rose

Apr 30, 2026 1h 4m Transcript

TW: this episode includes discussions of eating disorders.  What happens when millions of people watch you grow up online? How do you navigate change, love and making mistakes in front of a massive…

410. Why does everyone have a diagnosis these days?

Apr 27, 2026 56m Transcript

Why does it suddenly feel like everyone has a diagnosis? From ADHD and autism to anxiety, trauma, burnout, and depression - mental health language is everywhere right now. But are rates actually…

409. How to manage your anxiety about the future

Apr 23, 2026 40m Transcript

It can feel like the world - and our future - has never been more precarious or frightening. It’s a very normal response to feel anxious about it - and in many ways, being concerned is just a sign…

408. Are our phones killing intimacy?

Apr 20, 2026 35m Transcript

It’s not a hot take to say that most of us are incredibly addicted to our phones. But when our usage bleeds into full-blown ‘technoference’ - technology interference - there can be significant,…

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