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S314 Performance Psychology
S314 Performance Psychology
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As you have seen on When East Meets West, there are many things that can be tied to western behavioral science and all things about our performance are no different. Dr. Pete works primarily with h... + Expand
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S3E13 Renewal
S3E13 Renewal
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Dr. Rubin introduces the subtle shifts of seasons on the west coast compared to the east coast seasonal changes. This episode highlights that the act of returning is a behavior and the idea of rene... + Expand
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S3E12 Resilience
S3E12 Resilience
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Dr. Pete introduces the nature of resilience in psychology and living while Dr. Rubin reminds that resilience is connected to grit. She named the ingredients as: grit, connection, love and connecti... + Expand
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S3E11 Panic
S3E11 Panic
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Dr. Rubin introduces the education regarding panic symptoms and panic attacks, and how they are precipitated by a perceived threat. Drs. Rubin and Pete present the symptoms and present some mechani... + Expand
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S3E10 Self Growth
S3E10 Self Growth
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There are many ways for people to try and evolve, and today’s culture heavily emphasizes the importance of wellness and wellbeing. In fact, there could be some criticism about self-growth bei... + Expand
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S3E9 Connection
S3E9 Connection
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Dr. Rubin introduced the idea of connection as something that is not measurable, and humans are in need of it. Of course many of us are still recovering from the pandemic and what it meant to conne... + Expand
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S3E8 Anger
S3E8 Anger
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Dr. Rubin highlights the evolution of anger and how this emotion can be helpful. Like most things in the practice of mindfulness, as long as we do not let any of them control how we think, feel and... + Expand
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S3E7 Retreats
S3E7 Retreats
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In this episode Dr. Pete brings the trend of retreats to this episode as it comes into modern wellness, as well as the traditional practices of retreats which are ultimately meant to isolate and re... + Expand
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S3E6 The Return
S3E6 The Return
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The Return: We are back!After almost one year, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin return to When East Meets West and, in true form of their commitment to mindfulness, they frame t... + ExpandS3E5 Hiatus Self Care
S3E5 Hiatus Self Care
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Have you missed the doctors? Well, they missed you more! Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin have been grinding, which means that they needed to take a break. Tune in to learn the importance of boundari... + ExpandS3E3 The Rules Dilemma
S3E3 The Rules Dilemma
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You see that there? What is the dilemma with rules? Tune in to hear Dr. Rubin talk about how there are some issues with rules, but that we also need them. She schools Dr. Pete, as always, and sheds... + Expand
S3E2 Thich Naht Hanh
S3E2 Thich Naht Hanh
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January 2022, one of the most influential Buddhist monks, transitioned to the next life. He was 95-years-old and after being ordained a monk at age 16, he went on to live a life dedicated to educat... + Expand
S3E1 Perception
S3E1 Perception
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Have you ever heard someone describe an event (e.g., dinner, fight, work presentation), but it sounds so different than you experienced it? that is perception. In the opening episode of season 3, D... + Expand
S2E37 Resolutions Season 2 Finale
S2E37 Resolutions Season 2 Finale
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Oops, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete forgot to say good-bye and all of a sudden, they found themselves in a short hiatus. In this season 2 closer, the co-hosts discuss the need for a break, setting boundar... + Expand
S2E36 The Heart Sutra
S2E36 The Heart Sutra
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Dr. Rubin asks and she receives, so Dr. Pete breaks down the Heart Sutra in a very basic, secular way. Listeners will learn about the role of chanting and sutras in eastern practices, specificall... + ExpandS2E35 Perspective Taking
S2E35 Perspective Taking
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Have you ever been to a dinner and then you ask all the guests what happened at dinner? If there were 6 guests, you will get 6 different stories. That is the power of perspective taking. Dr. Pete s... + Expand
S2E34 Honoring the Father of Cognitive Therapy, Dr. Aaron T. Beck
S2E34 Honoring the Father of Cognitive Therapy, Dr. Aaron T. Beck
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On November 1, 2021 the world lost the father of cognitive therapy, Aaron T. Beck, MD, known as Tim by h... + Expand
S2E33 Risk Taking
S2E33 Risk Taking
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Most of us think of risk taking behaviors as limited to putting ourselves in physical danger for a thrill (e.g., surfing a 50ft wave) or acting impulsively or without thinking (e.g., making a bet u... + Expand
S2E32 Authenticity
S2E32 Authenticity
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Most of us tend to know when something feels fake or feels genuine or authentic—but how?? In this episode Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin introduce discuss the concept of authenticity, and how it may ... + Expand
S2E31 Avoidance
S2E31 Avoidance
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Brains don’t like being uncomfortable, so they’ve come up with a simple behavioral solution: avoid it! In this episode, the docs discuss the function of avoidance, provide psychoeducati... + Expand
S2E30 Worry and Rumination
S2E30 Worry and Rumination
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Why do we worry about the future and ruminate about the past? In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete discuss and distinguish between these two “covert” behaviors (behaviors happening i... + Expand
S2E29 Koans in Buddhism
S2E29 Koans in Buddhism
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You’ve heard koans mentioned on WEMW before, but what exactly are they? In this episode, Dr. Pete explains what koans are and how they are used to try and untangle the mind through verb... + Expand
S2E29 Music
S2E29 Music
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Have you noticed that the music you listen to can directly affect how you feel? Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin share insights around the psychology of music, while reminding listeners that they are no musi... + Expand
S2 Bonus 3 Toxic Masculinity with Jean Semelfort, MA, LPC
S2 Bonus 3 Toxic Masculinity with Jean Semelfort, MA, LPC
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On this bonus episode, special guest Jean Semelfort, Jr. joins Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin to discuss toxic masculinity. Jean is a licensed professional counselor and owner of the private practice CACTU... + Expand
S2 Bonus 2 Entrepreneurship with Empathy with Howard Spector, CEO
S2 Bonus 2 Entrepreneurship with Empathy with Howard Spector, CEO
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Howard Spector co-founded SimplePractice—a business management software solution and an industry-leading SaaS company in the healthtech sector that has been recognized as the Best Overall Pra... + Expand
S2 Bonus 1 Disordered Eating with Danielle Keenan-Miller, Ph.D.
S2 Bonus 1 Disordered Eating with Danielle Keenan-Miller, Ph.D.
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The pandemic has increased the onset of unhealthy eating habits, which can lead to body image issues as well. In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete welcome clinical psychologist and author Daniel... + Expand
S2E28 Multi-tasking
S2E28 Multi-tasking
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We live in a busy go, go, go world, thus most of us like to believe that we are experts in multi-tasking. But believe it or not, the brain is actually incapable of focusing on more than one thing a... + Expand
S2E27 Sadness
S2E27 Sadness
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As Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete return from a short summer hiatus, they open up the second half of Season 2 by discussing the importance of sadness, evolutionary perspectives, and differentiate sadness f... + Expand
S2E26 Love
S2E26 Love
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Love is a basic emotion, and one that most humans desire. There are many aspects of love and it shows up at different points in our lives. In this last episode before summer break, Dr. Pete and Dr.... + Expand
S2E25 Emotion Regulation
S2E25 Emotion Regulation
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Emotions evolved to give us information, but what happens when they become more intense than evolution intended them to be? In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete discuss emotion regulation, inclu... + Expand
S2E24 Video Games
S2E24 Video Games
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There are many positives and negatives involving the use of video games, and experts have been debating this topic for years. Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin break down some of the most recent research arou... + Expand
S2E23 The Problem with Freud
S2E23 The Problem with Freud
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Without further ado, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete bring you the first episode regarding the differences between behaviorism and traditional psychoanalysis as developed by Sigmund Freud. They highlight ho... + Expand
S2E22 Health Anxiety
S2E22 Health Anxiety
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As the medical world advances, so too do the labels that help guide providers with treatment. In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin chat about illness anxiety, OCD with a health focus, and other ... + Expand
S2E21 Compromise
S2E21 Compromise
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If given the choice, do you prefer to compromise or do it your way? In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss why compromise is so difficult for human beings (hint: we’ve got those rigi... + Expand
S2E20 Guilt
S2E20 Guilt
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No one likes feeling guilty, but have you ever considered that maybe your guilt is trying to tell you something? In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete dive into what guilt actually is (hint: it&r... + Expand
S2E19 East vs. West
S2E19 East vs. West
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Today isn't about when East meets West, it's about East versus West! In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin dive into an exploration (and friendly rivalry) of East coast versus West coast ... + Expand
S2E18 Curiosity
S2E18 Curiosity
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Humans are a curious species, although at times curiosity can cause anxiety or pain (i.e., think about the saying "curiosity killed the cat." Sorry to you cat lovers out there). In this e... + Expand
S2E17 Enlightenment
S2E17 Enlightenment
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Enlightenment is often misunderstood in western culture as something to achieve. In this episode, Dr. Pete clarifies that there actually is no arrival or achievement of enlightenment (what?!) and b... + Expand
S2E16 Intuition
S2E16 Intuition
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What is a gut instinct? Can you tell the difference between your gut, your emotions, or a premonition? In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete discuss intuition, how to access it, and how its exi... + Expand
S2E15 Boundaries
S2E15 Boundaries
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Do you know the difference between boundaries and walls? How about the relationship between boundaries and connection? In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete discuss what boundaries are, how they ... + Expand
S2E14 Values
S2E14 Values
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Finally! In this episode, the docs talk through one of their favorite topics on WEMW: values. Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin define what values are and how they function like directions, discuss their re... + Expand
S2E13 Adjusting
S2E13 Adjusting
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Whether to a global pandemic, marriage, the loss of a loved one, or a new job, humans are always adjusting. Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete highlight the behavioral aspects of adjustment, the diagnosis of a... + Expand
S2E12 Trigger Warnings
S2E12 Trigger Warnings
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Have you been given a trigger warning before? In the service of increasing sensitivity and awareness to the struggles of others, trigger warnings have gained popularity by letting someone know that... + Expand
S2E11 Flexibility and Freedom
S2E11 Flexibility and Freedom
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How do we move towards creating more space and freedom in our lives? In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss a favorite topic on WEMW: flexibility. While you might know from other episodes ... + Expand
S2E10 The Middle Path
S2E10 The Middle Path
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Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin have mentioned the Middle Path time and again on When East Meets West. In this episode, they finally dissect and present the foundations of this practice, how it links to beh... + Expand
S2E9 The Brain vs. The Mind
S2E9 The Brain vs. The Mind
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What is the difference between the brain and the mind? Is there a difference? In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete discuss how these two parts ourselves are often conflated (especially since the... + Expand
S2E8 Grief
S2E8 Grief
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Grief occurs when we have experienced the loss of someone we love, and it is one of the most intense baseline emotions we may encounter. In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete discuss the stages o... + Expand
S2E7 Screen Fatigue
S2E7 Screen Fatigue
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Did you ever imagine that most of your human interactions would be two-dimensional? 2020 saw the transition to connecting with others through predominantly digital means to increase safety during t... + Expand
S2E6 Understanding Judgments
S2E6 Understanding Judgments
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The brain is hard wired to judge, so don’t judge the judging! In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss both the evolutionary and biological function of judgments, as well as how mindfu... + Expand
S2E5 Motivation vs. Willingness
S2E5 Motivation vs. Willingness
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Motivation may be one of the most misunderstood emotions that we have, often leading to a belief that we need to feel motivated in order to make changes in our lives. In this episode, Dr. Rubin and... + Expand
S2E4 Sex and Human Connection
S2E4 Sex and Human Connection
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In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin start a conversation about the role of sex in human connection, while also distinguishing between the biological function of sex, sexual behavior, and intima... + Expand
S2E3 Cancel Culture
S2E3 Cancel Culture
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Cancel culture is "the popular practice of withdrawing support for (canceling) public figures and companies after they have done or said something considered objectionable or offensive. [It... + Expand
S2E2 Beginner's Mind
S2E2 Beginner's Mind
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Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss the Zen Buddhist of concept of Shoshin, aka Beginner's Mind, in which individuals learn to approach each moment with curiosity and openness as if experiencing som... + Expand
S2E1 Change
S2E1 Change
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Welcome back to WEMW with your two favorite psychologists, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin. Most people avoid change, and yet in 2021 there were millions of people ecstatic for it. In this first episode of ... + Expand
S1 Bonus Existentialism and Behaviorism with Robyn Walser, Ph.D.
S1 Bonus Existentialism and Behaviorism with Robyn Walser, Ph.D.
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In this special extra episode, our first guest Dr. Robyn Walser joined Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete for a conversation on existentialism within behaviorism. Dr. Walser is a scholar and practitioner in th... + Expand
S1E34 Season 1 2020 Finale
S1E34 Season 1 2020 Finale
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Well, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin took this journey in 2020 starting When East Meets West. It feels like they have been doing this for ages, and their relationship is palpable. They discuss the time tog... + Expand
S1E33 Radical Acceptance Part 2
S1E33 Radical Acceptance Part 2
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Dr. Rubin presents how the past 6 months has felt like 60 years, as she discusses the role of acceptance in behaviorism with Dr. Pete. On the next to last episode in 2020, Dr. Rubin and Dr. P... + Expand
S1E32 Behaviorism is Everywhere
S1E32 Behaviorism is Everywhere
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There is nothing that we do that cannot be understood through behaviorism. Nothing. Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin explain how learning theory is fundamentally woven into all aspects of being human. ... + Expand
S1E31 Dogs and Well being
S1E31 Dogs and Well being
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People and animals benefit from one another biologically, psychologically, and more. Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss the evolutionary history of the relationship between dogs and humans ... + Expand
S1E30 Humor
S1E30 Humor
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Everyone loves a good laugh, right? Have you ever watched some of those videos online of a child belly-laughing? There are real psychological benefits of humor, including cultivating joy and connec... + Expand
S1E29 Isolation and Quarantine
S1E29 Isolation and Quarantine
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As we continue to experience this global pandemic, isolation from others remains a consistent consequence. In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss the impact of isolation on mental health a... + Expand
S1E28 Individualism and Politics
S1E28 Individualism and Politics
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As we end another cycle of a U.S. election, we are all feeling like we’ve had enough. The split between the country during this election cycle was palpable. In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr.... + Expand
S1E27 Election Stress Disorder
S1E27 Election Stress Disorder
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In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss what has been called “election stress disorder.” While technically not a real psychological disorder, you’re unlikely to find someo... + Expand
S1E26 Toxic Positivity
S1E26 Toxic Positivity
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We have all met someone who told us to “look on the bright side” while we were in the midst of a painful or difficult experience. While this suggestion may be well intentioned, this typ... + Expand
S1E25 Entitlement
S1E25 Entitlement
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We have all encountered someone who does not have the same respect for the rules as others, or who believes that the rules simply do not apply to them at all! In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pet... + Expand
S1E24 Stress
S1E24 Stress
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Stress is something that everyone experiences, especially in 2020. Although it's common, stress can have a negative effect on our overall well-being and physical health without proper awareness... + Expand
S1E23 Polarization and Dialectics
S1E23 Polarization and Dialectics
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Today the docs discuss one of Dr. Rubin's favorite things in psychology: dialectics! In this episode Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete break down the effects of polarization on our social relationships, d... + Expand
S1E22 Social Inequities
S1E22 Social Inequities
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2020 has been identified as a year to remember; global pandemic, wild fires, racial tensions at an all time high, earthquakes, and political unrest. In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin address ... + Expand
S1E21 Control and Behavior
S1E21 Control and Behavior
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Has anyone ever called you controlling? On this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss what it means to be controlling from a western psychological lens (emphasizing the role of rigidity), in addi... + Expand
S1E20 Postpartum Challenges
S1E20 Postpartum Challenges
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Dr. Rubin worked in women's reproductive behavioral health during her time on the east coast, and continues to treat these struggles on the west coast. In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin d... + Expand
S1E19 Social Media
S1E19 Social Media
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How is your screen time? Check it out before you listen to this episode, because in this episode Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete address the advantages and disadvantages of social media in our lives and our... + Expand
S1E18 Spirituality
S1E18 Spirituality
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Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss the difference between religion and spirituality, and how spirituality is often misconstrued, misunderstood, or judged. This episode focuses on the eastern practice o... + Expand
S1E17 Uncertainty
S1E17 Uncertainty
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Does it ever seem as though life feels too uncertain at times? In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete address the science behind uncertainty, and why evolution selected for brains to assume that n... + Expand
S1E16 Sport Psychology and COVID
S1E16 Sport Psychology and COVID
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The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted many of our routines and experiences, including those in the world of sports. Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss the suspension of fall 2020 sports in the NCAA, and ... + Expand
S1E15 Gratitude
S1E15 Gratitude
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What is gratitude exactly? Being thankful or appreciative, or something more? Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss how gratitude can be a part of a Buddhist practice, the psychological benefits of grat... + Expand
S1E14 Self Criticism
S1E14 Self Criticism
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All of us have a self-critic inside, whether we like it or not. Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete use sarcasm and humor as they talk about the role of the brain's "inner critic." They discuss ho... + Expand
S1E13 Calm
S1E13 Calm
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Do you want to feel calm? Buddhism and Western psychology both aim to cultivate a sense of calm, but often in different ways than we might expect. Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss how a state of calm... + Expand
S1E12 Anxiety
S1E12 Anxiety
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Anxiety is a natural emotion that all humans and most, if not all, living beings experience. In this episode, Dr. Rubin leads the conversation on evolution and how anxiety is adaptive for the 40,00... + Expand
S1E11 Be Present Be Brave
S1E11 Be Present Be Brave
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If you are addicted to listening to WEMW, you have heard Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin say "be present, be brave" at the sign off of each episode. Tune into this episode to learn why the docs ch... + Expand
S1E10 Righteousness and Rigidity
S1E10 Righteousness and Rigidity
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In this episode, the docs take a deep dive into how righteousness and rigid thinking affect behavior and interpersonal relationships. Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete reflect on personal examples where the... + Expand
S1E9 Communication
S1E9 Communication
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Have you tried to talk to someone who does not share your world views, like wearing a mask or not? In this episode, Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss ways to communicate effectively with loved ones wh... + Expand
S1E8 Compassion
S1E8 Compassion
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Have you tried to live with compassion? Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin talk about compassion as a clinical intervention and as a way of life; of course, they address how compassion fits into behavioral sci... + Expand
S1E7 Vulnerability
S1E7 Vulnerability
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Brene Brown became a household sensation after a famous TED talk about her research on vulnerability as a professor of social work in Texas. In this episode, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete talk about their... + Expand
S1E6 Perfectionism
S1E6 Perfectionism
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Do you consider yourself to be a perfectionist? Dr. Rubin and Dr. Pete reframe the idea of what being a perfectionist is, and discuss whether or not every human is actually a perfectionist in some ... + Expand
S1E5 Meditation
S1E5 Meditation
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Many of us have tried to meditate, especially with the increased presence of mindfulness in the West (thanks to more access and knowledge about it via the internet and popular apps). In this episod... + Expand
S1E4 Race and Power
S1E4 Race and Power
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For years there have been social issues related to racial inequalities. While this has happened all over the world (e.g., apartheid), the United States has suffered from this polarity during the pa... + Expand
S1E3 Coping
S1E3 Coping
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Have you ever felt proud that you handled a situation well, easily got over a frustration, or overcame the loss of someone or a pet? You were likely using coping skills. In this episode, Dr. Pete a... + Expand
S1E2 Acceptance
S1E2 Acceptance
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In this episode Dr. Pete and Dr. Rubin discuss the practice of acceptance from both western and eastern perspectives. While this concept may seem easy to talk about on the surface, in reality it is... + Expand
S1E1 Introducing the Docs of WEMW
S1E1 Introducing the Docs of WEMW
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In this first episode, you are introduced to Dr. Pete Economou from New Jersey and Dr. Nikki Rubin from California. They met while training in New Jersey, and both practice 3rd wave cognitive behav... + Expand