
Most psychology content is organized around what to do. The Psychology of Us begins from a different premise: how does psychological life actually work? Created by RJ Starr, a theorist in theoretical and integrative psychology, each episode examines how identity forms and fractures, how emotion reorganizes perception, and how meaning holds or collapses under pressure. This is psychology treated as... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 97 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CulturePhilosophy | |||

Meaning is not optimism, and it is not belief. In RJ Starr's Psychological Architecture, meaning is the structural capacity through which experience is organized into coherence, orientation, and direction over time — and its loss is not the same thin... more
Most political analysis focuses on positions. This episode focuses on the mind. Drawing on an essay by Professor RJ Starr, this special edition conversation examines what happens psychologically when political environments reach a certain level of in... more
Why does change often feel worst right after the moment we decide to improve our lives?
This episode explores the psychological phenomenon known as the extinction burst through the work of RJ Starr and the broader framework of Psychological Architec... more
Why do some people refuse to accept an answer, even when the facts are clear?
In this episode, RJ Starr explores the psychology behind endless questioning and the subtle dynamics that make some conversations impossible to close. What appears on the ... more
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This series offers an insightful exploration into the complexities of human psychology, focusing on how individuals construct meaning, maintain their identities, and navigate emotional and social landscapes. Core psychological themes such as identity, emotion, perception, and morality are examined with depth and thoughtfulness, positioning these elements as foundational rather than merely problems to be addressed. The podcast emphasizes interpretive clarity and coherence, aiming to develop ideas thoroughly within an overarching psychological framework. The content is geared towards those seeking a richer understanding of human experience rather than conventional advice or professional guidance, appealing to a reflective audience interested ... more
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