The Psychology of Us
"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...
Recent Episodes
The Psychology of Confident Ignorance
What happens when we stop thinking—but still feel sure of ourselves? In this episode, RJ Starr breaks down the psychology of confident ignorance: why we mistake familiarity for understanding, how modern distraction and mental...
The Psychology of Attire: How Clothing Shapes Identity and Perception
What we wear is more than just fabric—it’s psychology in motion. In this episode of The Psychology of Us , Professor RJ Starr explores the powerful relationship between clothing and the mind. How does attire influence confide...
The Psychology of Approval: Why Being Liked Feels Like Survival
Why does disapproval feel dangerous, even when we know better? In this episode, Professor RJ Starr unpacks the psychological roots of our need to be liked—from evolutionary survival patterns to social rejection and identity f...
Regret and the Mind: Why We Dwell on What Could Have Been
Have you ever found yourself lost in the past, replaying decisions and wondering how life might have turned out if you'd chosen differently? Regret is a universal human experience, but why does it linger? Why do our minds fix...
The Psychology of Ethics, Dogma, and Morality: How We Decide What’s R…
Why do we feel so certain about our moral beliefs while others seem misguided—even dangerous? In this thought-provoking episode of The Psychology of Us , Professor RJ Starr explores the deep psychological forces that shape ou...
Why Smart People Make Dumb Emotional Decisions
Why do intelligent, high-functioning people so often make emotionally reckless or baffling decisions? In this episode, Professor RJ Starr unpacks the psychological gap between intellectual intelligence (IQ) and emotional matu...
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