Mindset
It’s Time for a Season of Peace and Kindness
By Kevin Smith
The Urgency of Kindness
Kindness transcends politics. As humanity’s greatest asset, it bridges even the greatest of divides. Now, more than ever, it’s...
Coaching
The Power of Positivity: How to Unlock Your Inner Optimist
Are you a glass half-full type of person, or glass half empty? Hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu and guest Dr. Gwilym Roddick explore AP News' ways to create a positive mindset for better well being on "What's Trending."
Mindset
The Real Costs of America’s Overwhelmed Mental Health System
Are you worried about accessing mental health care when it matters most? In this "What's Trending" segment, hosts Jessica Reyes and Patricia Wu, along with guest therapist Ryan Heapy, discuss the tragic story of Andy Neiman, whose death highlights the consequences of America's underfunded and overwhelmed mental health system. They explore the real costs, personal experiences, and how we can help others navigate this complex system.
Mindset
Breaking Free From Routine: How to Appreciate Life Again
Do you feel like your life has lost its luster? On this "What's Trending" segment, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest psychologist Geri-Lynn Utter-Godfrey break down NPR's ways to unlock the joy you already have and appreciate the everyday again.
Body
Never Too Late: A 99-Year-Old Breaks Swimming World Record
Setting Record at Any Age
On this segment of Psychology Behind the Headlines, hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes are joined by Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter...
Headlines
Therapy Dogs Provide Comfort and Healing at Olympic Event
The "Goodest Boy" at Olympic Trials
In this Psychology Behind the Headlines, hosts Jessica Reyes and Patricia Wu are joined by psychologist Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter-Godfrey...
Mindset
Uncomfortable Comfort: Learning to Live With Anxiety
Do you ever feel uneasy without knowing why? We all experience anxiety from time to time, but for some it can be a constant companion. On "What's Trending," Hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes are joined by certified clinical hypnotherapist Rene Brent to unpack Psychology Today's root causes of anxiety.
Mindset
Words Matter: Rethinking How We Talk About Cancer for Better Support
Have you ever hesitated to talk to someone with cancer because you weren't sure what to say? You're not alone. Hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes are joined by two time cancer survivor, Dr. Cortina Peters to discuss how we can better support cancer patients by changing the way we talk about their experiences.