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In this episode of Reloscope we tackle the topic of jealousy from a psychological standpoint. It is something that everyone probably experiences at some stage in life, but that some people may need to manage more intentionally than others. Expert Mary C. Lamia, Ph.D. joins host Sarah Stancombe to discuss everything from triggers to real world examples of couples working through jealousy. Mary C. Lamia, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist, psychoanalyst, and professor, who works with adults, couples, adolescents, and preteens in the San Francisco Bay Area. Extending psychological knowledge to the public has been her endeavor for many years. Her opinion has been sought in hundreds of television, radio, and print media interviews and discussions, and for nearly a decade she hosted a weekly call-in talk show, KidTalk with Dr. Mary, on Radio Disney stations. She is a frequent media commentator, and blogs for Psychology Today and Thrive Global. She is an author and co-author, with six books of her own. In this episode, Mary C. Lamia, Ph.D. explains how many emotions are an evolutionary way of our mind protecting itself. She also describes the impact of shame, and how while it can present learning opportunities, it is often responded to in a defensive manner (which of course, is completely normal, and very human). Importantly, Mary C. Lamia, Ph.D. explains that jealousy in a relationship is born out of a rupture of interest, and most commonly a devaluation of self felt by one party. Together, Sarah and Mary C. Lamia, Ph.D. discuss triggers and whether or not we should communicate them with others. It can be hard to continue a conversation if one party has been triggered by something that has been said. However, by opening the conversation up about the strong feeling that has been activated, progress can be made.

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In this episode of Wealth Pathways, expert Saul Eslake takes host Sarah Stancombe through the role of gold in the economy and financial markets, throughout history and today. In 2016, Saul Eslake was appointed as the University of Tasmania's inaugural Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow. Saul Eslake is also an independent consulting economist and has worked as an economist in the Australian financial markets for 25 years, including 14 years as Chief Economist at the Australia & New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ). After leaving ANZ in mid-2009, Saul was Director of the Productivity Growth program at the Grattan Institute, a non-aligned public policy 'think tank' affiliated with the University of Melbourne.Saul is currently a member of the Parliamentary Budget Office's Expert Advisory Panel, and of the Australian Taxation Office's "Tax Gap" Expert Panel. He is also Chair of the CSIRO's Decadel Forecasting Project Advisory Board. In this episode, Saul Eslake highlights the history of gold in financial markets - how it has changed over time, its role in early human history, and under what circumstances its value is most likely to increase or decrease. Together, Sarah and Saul Eslake discuss how learning about the financial market can be tricky, but staying disciplined by keeping up with gold prices and reading widely about the financial field are important elements of researching and opening oneself to new ideas.

Sending your child off to school for the first time can be a daunting and big step in their development. Parents must learn to let other people, such as teachers, care for their children for the majority of the day. This week on Raising Parents, host Dina Sargeant consults expert Phil Reed on how parents and teachers can build communication and trust. Professor Phil Reed obtained a D.Phil. from the University of York, held a Research Fellowship at the University of Oxford, and a Readership in Learning and Behaviour at University College London, before taking a University Chair in Psychology at Swansea University, Wales. His research interests cover: Learning and Behaviour, including schedules of reinforcement; Autism, Additional Learning Needs, and Educational Interventions; and Psychology and Medicine, among more fascinating fields. He has written books, including, Interventions for Autism: Evidence for Educational and Clinical Practice, published over 300 papers, and been invited to present his work at many international conferences. He is Editor-in-Chief of Learning and Motivation, as well as serving on Editorial Boards for several leading journals. Phil Reed and his team have presented research in Women’s Health and were awarded the ‘Medal of the President of the Republic’ of Italy in 2016 for scientific contribution to society for this work. He has also served on UK Ministerial Advisory Groups for Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as on the Women’s Health Guidelines Committee for the UK National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE). He has held appointments for the Departments for Health and Education, for the Children in Wales Policy Council, and for the EU Commission on the Digital Economy. He appears regularly in the media, including radio, and there have been two such radio specials on Phil Reed’s Internet Addiction research on syndicated US radio shows, as well as on the ABC’s ‘Future Tense’. Phil Reed’s work has been featured in a myriad of popular magazines, and he regularly contributes popular Psychology articles to Psychology Today. In this episode, Phil Reed reveals communication strategies and listening skills are key to building a good relationship and trust between two people that share the care of a child. Empathy is also a key part in understanding both parties' needs and wants. Together, Dina and Phil Reed discover practices to build on one’s communication skills to ensure that no misunderstandings occur.

Fasting might be an intimidating word you’ve heard in the context of religion, high performance athletes, or weight loss. But in this episode we explore the overall health benefits of intermittent fasting and how it could give you more energy and focus throughout the day. Laurie Lewis is a certified coach who has changed the lives of thousands through her coaching of Intermittent Fasting. She shows how it’s possible for us to take exceptional care of ourselves while dealing with life's complicated and fast-paced circumstances. With Intermittent Fasting as the foundation, Laurie Lewis offers the chance to break free from the punishment paradigm of diet mindset and diet culture. Laurie Lewis guides clients to tune into the body’s inner compass and experience improvements in every aspect of our lives. In this episode, Laurie Lewis shares her personal story of how she began her journey with intermittent fasting and moving forward to teach others. She stresses the importance of being gentle with yourself, choosing an eating window that works for you, clean fasting, and eating good food (though your body should naturally guide this process). Together, Sarah and Laurie Lewis discuss the importance of feeling well, and how other food management options such as dieting does not always prioritize this. Furthermore, they discuss the many benefits of intermittent fasting that many people would not even think of - everything from curing joint pain to managing diabetes and lifting brain fog. This episode sparks a fascinating discussion of how just one change in your life could affect many different aspects of your mind and body for the better.

The journey to attaining wealth for our family often comes with occupational stress and burnout. How can we balance our family’s materialistic needs and well-being? In this episode of All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia dives into this topic with professional counselor Mandy Doria. Together, they explore how personal resilience can be nurtured through the approaches for wellbeing and occupational induced burnout amidst capitalistic strain in supporting family wellbeing. Mandy Doria is a professional counselor, yoga teacher and assistant professor of psychiatry, currently practicing at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus near Denver. With 14 years of experience in psychiatry helping individuals who are struggling with complex trauma and grief, providing a compassionate approach to sessions and training, guiding others to reduce occupational stress and balance family dynamics with new understandings. In this conversation, Mandy Doria explains how to attain well-being by having a good relationship with the family function can help reduce the possibility of burnout. She discusses the importance of a shift in focus to be more present with family. She emphasized the need for self care through being joyful, having enough sleep, and time alone. Mandy Doria also shares practices for cultivating long-term resilience in maintaining balance within the family dynamics in this capitalistic society by budgeting energy, time and money. This episode offers practical advice for anyone seeking ways to pursue wellbeing and how to tackle burnout caused by occupational stress.

Our wardrobes are a collection of diverse textiles, each with its own unique care requirements. From delicate silks to durable denim, understanding the specific needs of different fabrics is vital for ensuring the longevity of our clothing. In this episode, host Sarah Stancombe is joined by guest Leah Giblin to explore the world of fabric-specific laundry care. Leah Giblin is a textile artist and consultant, as well as costume designer. She has worked on not only textile and costume projects with artists, but also, large scale textile artworks for Carriageworks, Performance Space, and Sydney Opera House. With a focus on sustainability and reducing textile waste, Leah Giblin has taught workshops on mending, natural dyeing, and upcycling. In this episode, Leah Giblin shares the importance of identifying fibers, and catering your laundry care routine to their needs. Ultimately reading the tag and following the instructions on your garments is the easiest way to success. Today, Sarah and Leah Giblin speak about misconceptions such as how much detergent to use, whether fabric softeners are even necessary, and Leah Giblin shares a recipe for a refreshing spritz to use on your clothes.

As science expands and more studies are finally conducted on women’s health, more and more interesting connections are being made on the impact of the menstrual cycle on overall health. In this episode, expert Lyssandra Guerra joins host Joahanna to talk about something everyone goes through - stress - and how it might be connected to the cycle. Lyssandra Guerra is a Certified Nutrition & Wellness Consultant and the Founder of Native Palms Nutrition based in Oakland, California. She has over five years of nutrition coaching experience and specializes in providing support to overcome digestive issues, food sensitivities, sugar cravings, and other related dilemmas. She received her holistic nutrition certification from the Bauman College: Holistic Nutrition and Culinary Arts in 2014. Lyssandra Guerra shares tips for tracking the cycle, how this might be a helpful tool, and touches on apps that might be of help and the pros and cons of using these. Together Joahanna and Lyssandra Guerra explore practices that might assist people in better tracking their cycle and how this could benefit your overall wellbeing.

Ever wondered how some people bounce back from setbacks stronger and happier than ever? The secret isn’t luck — it’s resilience! So, this week on Sero Boost: The Happiness Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews resilience coach Gina Vild to discover practical ways to build resilience. An author, thought leader, and speaker, Gina Vild explores the topics of happiness, purpose, and resilience in her work. Gina Vild has not only co-authored ‘The Two Most Important Days: How to Find your Purpose and Live a Happier, Healthier Life’, but she is also currently working on her second book, ‘Buoyant: Learn to Navigate Life’s Troubled Water and Thrive’. Additionally, she writes two columns for Psychology Today, and recently served Harvard Medical School as associate dean and chief communications officer. In this episode, Gina Vild addresses common misconceptions about happiness — such as the tortured artist stereotype — and sheds light on the common challenges individuals face when it comes to building resilience and happiness. Together, Marie and Gina Vild discuss key factors that contribute to resilience and happiness, as well as practical habits that help in developing resilience. So, whether you’re facing a tough time or simply want to future-proof your happiness, tune in to this episode for tips on transforming setbacks into stepping stones for a happier, more resilient you!

Discipline is one of the most challenging aspects of parenting, especially when emotions run high during conflicts. But what if discipline could be an opportunity for connection and growth rather than punishment? This week on Raising Parents: The Parenting Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant consults clinical psychologist Susan Heitler, Ph.D. to explore the concept of empathetic discipline. A graduate of Harvard University with a doctorate from New York University, Susan Heitler, Ph.D. has authored multiple self-help books, alongside books for therapists on treatment techniques. In her book for therapists, ‘From Conflict to Resolution’, Susan Heitler, Ph.D. sheds light on how to handle life’s bumps in ways that sustain a sense of well-being. In her most recent book, ‘Prescriptions Without Pills’, Susan Heitler, Ph.D. offers warm but effective guidance, and additionally, publishes free worksheets and videos on its companion website. Impressively, her blog posts on Psychology Today have also garnered over 24 million reads. In this episode, Susan Heitler, Ph.D. discusses the science behind empathetic discipline and its impact on child development. She further details how empathy can be used to defuse tense situations and promote understanding, as well as the long-term benefits of empathetic discipline as opposed to harsher methods of punishment. Together, Dina and Susan Heitler, Ph.D. talk about the role of emotional connection in a child’s upbringing, as well as practical ways to address misbehavior without imparting shame or fear. So, whether you’re navigating toddler tantrums or teenage disagreements, tune in to this episode for actionable tips on enacting discipline with compassion and purpose!

In an age where technology promises to make our lives easier, why do so many of us feel more overwhelmed than ever? As our digital tools evolve, the real challenge isn’t speed—it’s sustainability. This week on Bouncing Back: The Personal Resilience Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia is joined by Yair Nativ to unpack the hidden tension between AI-driven productivity and human resilience. Yair Nativ is the founder of Mind Guard, an AI-powered platform that helps teams identify and remove execution blockers by analyzing their work across platforms like Slack, Asana, and Google Calendar. A serial entrepreneur, Yair Nativ previously led Safe Lane, a road safety movement supported by over 100,000 volunteers. His work lies at the intersection of behavioral science, emotional intelligence, and technology—collaborating with leaders from MIT, Google, and Microsoft to drive meaningful results. In this episode, Yair Nativ unpacks the nuanced relationship between personal resilience and digital dependency, exploring how the very tools designed to enhance productivity can sometimes erode our capacity for focus, adaptability, and emotional well-being. He explains how the AI productivity paradox plays out in everyday life—why smarter tech doesn’t always translate to smarter living—and how our growing reliance on digital systems can undermine the very resilience we need to thrive in uncertain times. Together, Sabrina and Yair Nativ delve into strategies for navigating an always-on world—discussing practical tools, ethical considerations, and the mindset shifts needed to balance innovation with intention. Whether you’re a leader building healthier digital cultures, or an individual trying to reclaim your focus and well-being, this episode offers thought-provoking insights into designing a tech-enabled life that serves—not drains—your personal resilience.

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