11 physical signs of a panic attack (Reissue)
How do you know when you’re having a panic attack? Today, we’re going over some of the physical signs of panic attacks and what to do if you frequently experience them.Transcript: https://savvy-psycho...
28 Touko 202512min
Communication tips for deepening relationships
Learn practical, evidence-based communication strategies to deepen your relationships and combat loneliness. Psychologist Dr. Monica Johnson shares tips for active listening, vulnerability, and buildi...
21 Touko 202511min
What your low sex drive is trying to tell you
Sexual desire naturally ebbs and flows, but when it disappears for a while, it can leave you confused, disconnected, or worried. Monica unpacks the most common reasons for low libido—and how to talk a...
14 Touko 202511min
What makes someone attractive? The psychology behind attraction
Is beauty really in the eye of the beholder — or the brain of the perceiver? This week, Monica explores the psychology of attraction, why we’re drawn to certain people, and how looks are only part of ...
7 Touko 20258min
Oversharing: When can opening up go too far?
Oversharing can feel like connection in the moment and like regret afterward. In this episode, Monica unpacks the psychology behind why we say too much and how to create healthier boundaries around se...
30 Huhti 20258min
The truth about gaslighting: Emotional abuse, power, and control in relationships
Gaslighting isn’t just a trendy term, it’s a serious form of emotional abuse that can leave you doubting your reality. Monica Johnson breaks down what gaslighting really is, how to recognize its subtl...
23 Huhti 202510min
Menopause and mental health: Why you're not losing your mind
Menopause isn’t just a physical transition, it’s an emotional and mental minefield. In this episode, Monica dives into how fluctuating hormones impact mood, anxiety, sleep, and memory, and offers prac...
16 Huhti 202511min
Feeling mentally exhausted? How to manage cognitive load and stay focused
Feeling overwhelmed by work, life, and everything in between? Monica breaks down Cognitive Load Theory, a powerful framework that explains why your brain feels like it’s maxed out, and what to do abou...
9 Huhti 202511min
