Tania and Brian are back this week to talk about the psychology of grief and mourning. Brian opens up about his father’s death, we explore the psychology of grief, funeral faux pas, coping with loss, and how to be there for others.  SAMHSA&apos;S free counseling hotline: 800-662-HELPShare your stories, questions, and feedback (and tell us if how you define "list"): Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcast Facebook: @talkpsych2me Twitter: @talkpsych2me Email: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Scarlet Moon Things Theme music by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings In loving memory of Bernardo Luna and Kelly Mealia. 

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Grief & Mourning: Don’t Forget the Lasagna

Brian's therapist, Dr. Lynn Saladino, joins the show to answer our therapy and mental health questions with special guest, Dr. Alyssa Greene, co-creator of our web series The Way Through. Don't miss out on this great deal. It's basically free therapy. Show notes:The Way Through web seriesDr. Lynn Saladino: Website & InstagramSay Podcast and Die: Website & Instagram Come talk psych with us:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsTheme music by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

The Way Through: Q&A with a real-life therapist!

In honor of Halloween, we're talking about the spookiest of subjects: John Gottman's theory of the 4 Horsemen of the Relationship Apocalypse. Find out the biggest predictors of a relationship downfall and how to prevent these common romance killers from creeping into your life. Give us some love:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsTheme music by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Gottman's 4 Horsemen: Relationship poison (and antidotes)

Since we've been busy training our pig, Outlaw Josey, we wanted to break down the psychology of learning through Operant Conditioning. We talk about reinforcement, punishment, the difference between punishers and aversives, and the power of shaping. We event test out B.F. Skinner's theory of language acquisition by trying to teach Brian to say a word. Give us some positive reinforcement:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsTheme music by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Operant Conditioning: Reinforcers, punishers, and pigeon missiles

What is narcissism? Why do so many people suspect their partner is a narcissist? Are we becoming more narcissistic as a society? And most importantly... are YOU a narcissist?Talk to us about yourself:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsTheme music by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

You probably think this podcast is about you: Narcissism

Let's talk about the psychology of motivation! We explore the research behind intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and answer big questions like: What truly motivates us? Should we stop paying people for performance? And why did we adopt a pig?Feeling motivated to talk to us?Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsTheme music by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Cash, comics, pigs? What motivates you?

In this episode, we'll help you get the most out of music and answer tough questions like: Did we evolve to make music? Does music help or harm our performance? What causes chills (aka skin orgasms)? And - most importantly - whose character had it right in Footloose, Kevin Bacon or John Lithgow?Music featured in this episode:Workout Music Source: Cardio Instrumental Workout Mix"Hard Bass Attack" Sonic Mine"We Will Rock You" Queen"Because We Can" Fatboy Slim "Not Ready to Die" Demon Hunter"Morning Light" Sean Beeson"Clair De Lune" Claude Debussy"What a Wonderful World" Louis Armstrong"Spring" Antonio Vivaldi"Rain Chant" L.E.E. High SchoolTell us about your music origin theories and fav chill-producing songs!Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsTheme music by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Music Psychology: Bacon vs Lithgow

Do you know how to be a psychological time traveler? Spend 20 minutes with us today learning how reminiscence and anticipatory joy impact our mental health, relationships, and happiness. (And find out about that one time Brian and Tania both got food poisoning.) Reminisce with us about this episode:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsMusic by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Psychological Time Travel: Reminiscence and Anticipatory Joy

It's clear that feelings impact our facial expressions, but can it work the other way around? Can fake smiles turn to real happiness? Can Botox treat depression? And what do facial expressions have to do with empathy?Express yourself on social!Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsMusic by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Facial Feedback Hypothesis: Express Yourself!

A short update about shorter episodes to come!Talk psych to us:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsMusic by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

FYI: A Talk Psych to Me Experiment

Author Irshad Manji shares her vision for honest diversity and a pluralistic society that doesn't treat labels as our finish line. Tune in to learn how our most common change tactics will probably backfire and how to engage in courageous conversations instead. Links from the show:http://irshadmanji.comhttps://moralcourage.com/learnDon't Label MeTalk psych to us:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsMusic by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Don't Label Me with Irshad Manji

In our final episode of the Psychology of the 7+ Deadly Sins, we take on lust. We tackle sexy questions like: what makes us lust after some people and not others? Does lust really make us stupid? How can you feel more lust in your relationship? And just how lusty is Brian?Talk psych to us:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsMusic by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Lust: Luna's Inferno Part VIII

Eating too much causes more illness worldwide than eating too little. So, why do we do it and, how can we stop? In this episode, Brian and Tania take on the psychology and sociology of gluttony! If you think you may have an eating disorder, please speak with a healthcare professional or contact the National Eating Disorders Association Helpline: 1-800-931-2237.Talk psych to us:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsMusic by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Gluttony: Luna's Inferno Part VII

Let's unpack the psychology of envy. Is it a psychological poison? A sin? A catalyst for resentment, gossip, hostility, and crime? Or is it fuel for social progress and personal growth? Tania and Brian reveal their own envy episodes and discuss the #1 secret to transforming envy into empathy.Talk psych to us:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsMusic by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Envy: Luna's Inferno Part VI

We're celebrating Pride Month with an exploration of the psychology of pride. Is it the deadliest of the 7 Deadly Sins or is it one of our greatest virtues? Come find out!Talk psych to us:Instagram: @talkpsychtomepodcastFacebook: @talkpsych2meTwitter: @talkpsych2meEmail: talkpsychpodcast@gmail.comProduced by Scarlet Moon ThingsMusic by Barrie Gledden, Kes Loy, and Richard Kimmings

Pride: Luna's Inferno Part V

Get the mind on your mind. Laugh about the brain. Learn about yourself. Join hosts Tania Luna (psychology researcher) and Brian Luna (total layperson) as they explore fascinating research, theories, and tips for being a better human.