Episode 122: How to be a practical optimist

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Episode 122: How to be a practical optimist

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29 minutes

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Jun 14, 2016

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Studies show that people who are more optimistic and positive go on to be more successful and live happier lives, but being practical can keep you from being overwhelmed when the storm comes

Released:

Jun 14, 2016

Format:

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Titles in the series (100)

Introvert Extrovert is an examination of the psychology of personality in with the mission of helping people better understand themselves and each other, with the ultimate goal of self actualization and personal growth. Family, relationships, friendships and the absurdity of the human condition are forefront while different personality tests such as Myers Briggs are referenced from many philosophy points of view.

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Episode 6: Surprisingly Introverted Celebrities: The guys discuss a variety of famous people who live(d) in the public eye but were very introverted. The list includes: J.K. Rawling, Bill Gates, Steve Martin, Marylin Monroe, Heath Ledger, Harrison Ford, Grace Helbig, Martyn Littlewood and Daniel... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 26: Anxiety: One of the biggest reasons that Al and Johnny had for starting a podcast was to talk about those things that give them anxiety. The guys what causes them anxiety and how their friendship was formed around releaving anxiety. An episdoe that both... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 20: Fundamental Attribution Error (Part 2): Al and Johnny continue their discusssion on fundamental attribution error, talking more abut why and how people tend to misinterpret other's actions. The guys shift from a more definitional and example discussion to practical advice on how to treat... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 21: It's a Trap!: Al and Johnny talk about situations in which one is stuck and has to deal with society. It seems like an introvert issue but Johnny reveals that it can be a problem for extroverts as well. The guys stand up for those people who work with the public... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 12: Dysfunctional Families (Part 1): Intro Extro discusses a sensitive topic, dysfunctional families and the way introverts and extroverts deal with family issues. Several topics are discussed in terms of psychological effects and the great debate of nature versus nurture. by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 1: An Introduction to Vertedness: Al, a strongly introverted psychologist, and Johnny, a strongly extroverted computer engineer, come together to discuss how they best enjoy their lives despite their mismatched work-to-energy styles. by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 4: Switching Sides: A discussion of times when the hosts acted different from their normal introvert / extrovert nature and how they survived throught these occasions. by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 13: Dysfunctional Families (Part 2): Al and Johnny continue their discussion on dysfuntional families and their role in shaping people's extrovert or introvert tendencies. by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 7: Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator Introduction: An introduction to the series on the Myers-Briggs personality test and what it can tell about you. The next few episodes will go through each spectrum and what they mean. In the end you should be able to pick out which one you are and... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 28: Landing a Job: The guys talk about one of the most hated events for an introvert: the job interview. Johnny has had a lot more success in the process and explains what he does to land jobs. Whether you're an introvert or an extrovert, charisma will get you far, as... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 9: MBTI Series - Thinking or Feeling: Continuing with the Myers Briggs Personality Type series we go into the third spectrum which deals with how people make decision in their world. by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 10: MBTI Series - Judging or Perceiving: The final episode dedicated to the Myers Briggs personality indicator, looking at the judging versus perceiving function. by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 5: Viva Las Vegas!: Al and Johnny discuss their feelings on Sin City based on their relative introverted and extroverted ways and what's so appealing to both of them. by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 23: First impressions: Introverts are known for being terrible at introductions and first impressions so Johnny tries to clue Al in on how to approach this social aspect of life. Al makes somes painful analogies including comparing conversations to drowning and comparing... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 30: Relaxing: Al is in a bad mood and that's ok, let's talk about relaxing shall we? by Introvert/Extrovert
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31 min listen
Episode 19: Fundamental Attribution Error (Part 1): This one is more exciting than it sounds, and one of our favorite episodes to date. In social psychology, attribution is the process by which individuals explain the causes of behavior and events. The error comes in with the fact... by Introvert/Extrovert
26 min listen
Episode 11: Traveling: People or Places: Al and Johnny look at different personality quirks that irk in the area of transportation and road trips. One of our favorite episodes so far, we take a look at what effect your introverted or extroverted dominance plays in traveling by Introvert/Extrovert
24 min listen
Episode 17: Being Friends: Following in the footsteps of the relationships episode, this one is dedicated to friendships. Al and Johnny explore introvert/extrovert friendships and the psychology of why crossing vertedness is actually a very good idea. The guys find that their... by Introvert/Extrovert
28 min listen
Episode 3: Adapting to Your Surroundings: Al and Johnny discuss the psychology behind the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Test and how introverts and extroverts have to go against their prefered type depending on the social situation. by Introvert/Extrovert
21 min listen
Episode 29: Money and Life Satisfaction: Al and Johnny discuss how money can affect happiness. Johnny talks about the idea of a resetting happiness point and how money can have the same effect as a drug. They also discuss how wealthy does not necessarily mean happy and poverty does not... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 51: Personality Hats: Do you wear different personality hats around different groups of people? Are extroverts' more outward personality more susceptible to these changes? Personalities mold to different types of people and some of us are more moldable than others.... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 38: Parenting: Parenting can be very energy consuming and patience testing at the best of times, but a mismatch of vertedness between a parent and their child can be especially problematic. Al and Johnny discuss the parent-child dynamic from the parenting side and... by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 32: Being an Introvert, Then and Now: How has the life of an introvert changed over the past few years. Obviously we are living in a different time and introverts can flourish in ways they never could. by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 18: Studying: What is it that makes studying so hard and what are some mental tricks that can allow both introverts and extroverts to buckle down and stay ahead. by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 40: Jobs N School: Al and Johnny discuss how skipping school can pay off but having the right personality type doesn't hurt by Introvert/Extrovert
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Episode 122: How to be a practical optimist

Episode 122: How to be a practical optimist

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