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 what is the truth about brain maturity? That is what we're breaking down today, including: 
Why brain development is a lot more complicated than a number
The specific role of the frontal lobe 
The early 2000s research that defined how we see brain development 
Why our brain actually develops in spurts 
The good news for 20 somethings 

Happy listening!

Watch on Netflix: HERE

Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast

Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s

For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

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 what is the truth about brain maturity? That is what we're breaking down today, including:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Why brain development is a lot more complicated than a number</li>
<li>The specific role of the frontal lobe&nbsp;</li>
<li>The early 2000s research that defined how we see brain development&nbsp;</li>
<li>Why our brain actually develops in spurts&nbsp;</li>
<li>The good news for 20 somethings&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Happy listening!
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a>
Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;

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 

For business enquires please email psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com

 

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.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
My book is out NOW: <a href="https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/general-clean">https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/general-clean</a>&nbsp;
For business enquires please email <a href="mailto:thepsychologyofyour20steam@unitedtalent.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>
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The Psychology of your 20s

Listen to this collection of top episodes from iHeartRadio and iHeartPodcasts. 

Listen to this collection of top episodes from iHeartRadio and iHeartPodcasts.&nbsp;

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A podcast that explains how everything is psychology. Even your 20s. 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. 

 

Buy my book, Person in Progress: https://www.amazon.com.au/Person-Progress-Roadmap-Psychology-Your/dp/1399823655 

For business enquires please email psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com

 

A podcast that explains how everything is psychology. Even your 20s. 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.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Buy my book, Person in Progress: <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Person-Progress-Roadmap-Psychology-Your/dp/1399823655">https://www.amazon.com.au/Person-Progress-Roadmap-Psychology-Your/dp/1399823655</a>&nbsp;
For business enquires please email <a href="mailto:thepsychologyofyour20steam@unitedtalent.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>
&nbsp;

412. Does your frontal lobe ACTUALLY develop at 25?

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Productivity advice often tells us to push harder, wake up earlier, and squeeze more out of every hour. But in this episode, we take a different approach. Instead of treating productivity like a test of willpower, we look at the psychology behind focus, procrastination, energy, motivation, and rest - and why working with your brain is usually more effective than trying to bully it into action.

We explore 7 tips for productivity, including:
• How small wins can create momentum
• Why the hardest task often needs to come first
• How to work with your natural energy patterns
• Habit stacking for boring tasks
• Why 20 focused minutes can be more useful than waiting for the perfect window
• How ‘shoot your shot’ days can move you closer to the life you want
• Why real rest is essential for sustainable productivity

Watch on Netflix: HERE

Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast

Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s

For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

Our favourite sources: 
https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2F0033-295X.84.2.191

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ejsp.674

https://www.ted.com/talks/saundra_dalton_smith_the_real_reason_why_we_are_tired_and_what_to_do_about_it


The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

Productivity advice often tells us to push harder, wake up earlier, and squeeze more out of every hour. But in this episode, we take a different approach. Instead of treating productivity like a test of willpower, we look at the psychology behind focus, procrastination, energy, motivation, and rest - and why working with your brain is usually more effective than trying to bully it into action.
We explore 7 tips for productivity, including: &bull; How small wins can create momentum &bull; Why the hardest task often needs to come first &bull; How to work with your natural energy patterns &bull; Habit stacking for boring tasks &bull; Why 20 focused minutes can be more useful than waiting for the perfect window &bull; How &lsquo;shoot your shot&rsquo; days can move you closer to the life you want &bull; Why real rest is essential for sustainable productivity
Watch on Netflix:&nbsp;<a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a>
Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
Our favourite sources:&nbsp; <a href="https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2F0033-295X.84.2.191">https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2F0033-295X.84.2.191</a>
<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ejsp.674">https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ejsp.674</a>
<a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/saundra_dalton_smith_the_real_reason_why_we_are_tired_and_what_to_do_about_it">https://www.ted.com/talks/saundra_dalton_smith_the_real_reason_why_we_are_tired_and_what_to_do_about_it</a>
 The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

440. 7 psychology tips to hack your productivity

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/66fc8a8c-769c-4a58-8b6c-b48900825c21/transcript

TW: Discussions of miscarriage/pregnancy

Grace Beverley is a founder, an entrepreneur, and a seasoned professional when it comes to pursuing the ideas your have, but also knowing when to slow down, recover from burnout and let yourself be vulnerable. 

In today's episode we discuss her journey from studying music at Oxford to launching over five businesses, and her next chapter as a parent. We talk about: 
The best career advice for your 20s
How to start a business and her biggest lessons from early failures
Why love should make you feel safe 
Her pregnancy loss story 
The importance of being vocal about what you believe in 
How to recover from burnout

Listen now!

Watch on Netflix: HERE

Follow Grace on Instagram: @gracebeverley

Shop TALA: HERE

Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast

Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s

For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.

TW: Discussions of miscarriage/pregnancy
Grace Beverley is a founder, an entrepreneur, and a seasoned professional when it comes to pursuing the ideas your have, but also knowing when to slow down, recover from burnout and let yourself be vulnerable.&nbsp;
In today's episode we discuss her journey from studying music at Oxford to launching over five businesses, and her next chapter as a parent. We talk about:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>The best career advice for your 20s</li>
<li>How to start a business and her biggest lessons from early failures</li>
<li>Why love should make you feel safe&nbsp;</li>
<li>Her pregnancy loss story&nbsp;</li>
<li>The importance of being vocal about what you believe in&nbsp;</li>
<li>How to recover from burnout</li>
</ul>
Listen now!
Watch on Netflix: <a href="https://netflix.com/thepsychologyofyour20s">HERE</a>
Follow Grace on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gracebeverley/?hl=en-gb">gracebeverley</a>
Shop TALA: <a href="https://www.wearetala.com/?srsltid=AfmBOop594UcCRMhU3GKbZ6Smd2UWysarfiantCj-h2AluQT8LoEdAvP">HERE</a>
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a>
Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.

439. How to chase your dreams, and when to slow down ft. Grace Beverley 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/b11c7445-9c31-46b8-ae4b-b48300bda768/transcript

We all know that therapy is amazing, in fact it’s life-changing for many people. But what does therapy actually do? And what makes a good therapist? 

In today’s episode we’re joined by Dr Sandra Espinoza, Associate Professor of the Couple and Family Therapy Program at Alliant University. Our discussion includes: 
Her journey into helping others 
Why the best therapists, go to therapy 
What to look for in your therapist 
Why we can’t just rely on our friends 
Our greatest misconceptions around therapy 
Why stigma and affordability continue to be the biggest barriers 
How Alliant University is leading the next generation of helpers and therapists to support their communities 

If you’ve ever considered therapy, been curious about therapy or want to be a therapist yourself, this is your ultimate guide. 

Follow Dr Espinoza: HERE 

Find out more about Alliant University: HERE

Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg

Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast

Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s

For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com 

The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. 

We all know that therapy is amazing, in fact it&rsquo;s life-changing for many people. But what does therapy actually do? And what makes a good therapist?&nbsp;
In today&rsquo;s episode we&rsquo;re joined by Dr Sandra Espinoza, Associate Professor of the Couple and Family Therapy Program at Alliant University. Our discussion includes:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Her journey into helping others&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why the best therapists, go to therapy&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">What to look for in your therapist&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why we can&rsquo;t just rely on our friends&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Our greatest misconceptions around therapy&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why stigma and affordability continue to be the biggest barriers&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">How Alliant University is leading the next generation of helpers and therapists to support their communities&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
If you&rsquo;ve ever considered therapy, been curious about therapy or want to be a therapist yourself, this is your ultimate guide.&nbsp;
Follow Dr Espinoza: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drsandraespinoza/">HERE&nbsp;</a>
Find out more about Alliant University: <a href="https://www.alliant.edu/">HERE</a>
Follow Jemma on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en#">jemmasbeg</a>
Follow the podcast on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatpsychologypodcast/?hl=en#">thatpsychologypodcast</a>
Subscribe on Substack: @<a href="https://substack.com/@thepsychologyofyour20s">thepsychologyofyour20s</a>
For business: <a href="mailto:psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com">psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.&nbsp;

438. The secrets of therapy FROM a therapist ft. Dr Sandra Espinoza

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