Happiness often feels like a simple goal - something we’re told to chase or “find” if we’re lucky. But it’s not just about good moods or quick wins. True happiness is more subtle, shaped by how we show up in life, the people we surround ourselves with, and the meaning we create along the way. In this episode, we dive into what happiness really means in your twenties and beyond - why it can be so hard to hold onto, and how it’s tied to more than just feeling good.

We’ll explore:

• Why happiness isn’t a permanent state, but a shifting experience
• How everyday habits and relationships quietly influence our sense of happiness
• The PERMA model of happiness
• Why chasing pleasure doesn’t always lead to fulfilment
• Busting the 3 biggest myths about happiness
• Simple, real ways to build happiness for now, and for the future

If you’re tired of chasing constant happiness and want to explore a more genuine, meaningful way to experience joy – this one is for you.

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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.

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In this episode we break down the growing conversation around the “male loneliness epidemic”: what’s true, what’s misleading, and what the research actually says. This is a complex and controversial topic, but one that deserves a clear, evidence-based perspective.

• Why has loneliness been declared a global health crisis?

• How the global loneliness epidemic differs from the male loneliness epidemic

• Are men actually the lonelier gender?

• The role of patriarchy, the manosphere, scapegoating, and in-group/out-group psychology

• The consequences for both men and women

• Healthy, proactive approaches to tackling loneliness in society

Plus, so much more! Drop your thoughts below.

For mental health support: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/

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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.

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We often think of trauma as something extreme - a dramatic, life-altering event. But trauma isn’t just what happened to us. It’s also how our body learned to survive. It can be quiet, subtle, and long-lasting, shaping how we live, cope, and exist in the world, often unconsciously.

In this episode, we unpack the quiet, psychological reality of trauma - especially in our twenties. Why do some of us feel numb, disconnected, or constantly on edge? Why do we shut down in relationships or over-function when things get hard? And how do we begin to reconnect with our bodies again?

We explore:

• Why trauma is subjective
• Survival strategies we carry into adulthood (and why they’re hard to let go of)
• Does the body really keep the score?
• How pain and shame are linked to trauma
• What “safety” feels like in our bodies - and how we can begin to access it

Whether or not you identify with the word ‘trauma’, or simply want to understand our bodies’ emotional responses, this episode is for you.

For help: Resources

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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.

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