The Psychology of Us, with Professor RJ Starr
"The Psychology of Us with Professor RJ Starr" explores the fascinating world of human behavior, relationships, and shared experiences. Hosted by acclaimed psychology educator and author Professor RJ Starr, this podcast makes psychology relatable and engaging, breaking down complex ideas into practi...
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April 15, 2025
Extinction Bursts – Why We Resist Change Before We Adapt
Have you ever tried to quit a habit only to find yourself indulging in it even more before finally letting go? Or ignored someone’s message, only to receive a flood of follow-ups? Welcome to the world of extinction bursts —th...
April 12, 2025
The Psychology of Emotional Unintelligence in Public Life
"The lack of emotional intelligence represented by the American populace in this thread was staggering." -------- What happens when a nation confuses outrage with strength, and cruelty with conviction? In this powerful, speci...
April 12, 2025
The Age of Shallow Learning: How Superficial Knowledge is Changing Us
We are drowning in information but starving for understanding. In today’s fast-paced digital world, we consume knowledge in bite-sized pieces—quick summaries, viral TikToks, catchy headlines—believing we’ve grasped the full p...
April 8, 2025
The Psychology of Values: How Your Beliefs Shape Your Life Choices
Why do you do what you do? Why do you think the way you think, speak the way you speak, or spend your time the way you do? In this episode of The Psychology of Us , Professor RJ Starr explores the deep psychological forces th...
April 5, 2025
Fragmented Focus: Why Our Attention Spans Are Shrinking and How to Reclaim Them
Why does it feel harder than ever to focus? Why do we skim articles, half-watch videos, and multitask endlessly without truly absorbing anything? In this episode of The Psychology of Us with Professor RJ Starr , we explore th...
April 1, 2025
The Psychology of Belief: Why We Believe What We Do
Why do people hold onto beliefs with absolute certainty, even without evidence? What makes us trust misinformation, conspiracy theories, or deeply ingrained ideas that defy logic? In this episode of The Psychology of Us , Pro...
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