Forget Left-Brain, Right-Brain: What Neuroscience Actually Says
Is Happiness Possible?
Think you're either a logical spreadsheet wizard or a creative free spirit? Think again. In this myth-busting episode, psychologist Katie Woodland takes down one of the biggest neuroscience misconceptions: the left-brain/right-brain divide. Discover why Roger Sperry's Nobel Prize-winning research got hijacked by personal development gurus, how your brain actually works as a dynamic duo, and why bilateral connectivity is the real superpower. Katie explores the science behind Broca's and Wernicke's areas, explains why the most creative people have the highest brain...
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Power Posing Is Out — Here’s What Actually Calms Your Mind and Body
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Ever tried the Wonder Woman stance before a big meeting? You’re not alone—and you’re not to blame. In this myth-busting episode, psychologist Katie Woodland takes down the viral “power pose” phenomenon, reveals why Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk became a global sensation, and explains what the science actually says about confidence, hormones, and quick fixes. Discover why the research didn’t stand up, how the placebo effect can trick us all, and—most importantly—what really works to calm your mind and body. Katie shares practical, science-backed tips that actually help you feel better,...
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Not Lazy, Not Crazy—Just A Woman: The Monthly Truth No One Talks About
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Ever wake up feeling like the world’s ending—only to realise it’s just day one of your monthly cycle? You’re not broken, you’re just human (and hormonal). In this episode, psychologist Katie Woodland pulls back the curtain on the real science behind mood swings, overwhelm, and the monthly emotional rollercoaster. From the truth about hormones and mental health to the dangers of medicalising puberty, Katie gets real about why women’s biology matters and why compassion (not criticism) is the antidote to burnout. Plus: five practical hacks for surviving...
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Are You a Human Lie Detector? Science Says Probably Not
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Are you still side-eyeing your friends to catch a fib? 🕵️♀️ Forget the YouTube ex-spy tricks and body language myths—this episode dives into the science of lie detection! Psychologist Katie Woodland busts five popular nonverbal myths, from eye direction to microexpressions, and reveals what actually works: evidence-based verbal analysis and the power of self-reflection. Discover how our brains, bodies, and words reveal more truth than a thousand squinty glances ever could. Plus, get five practical tips to spot dodgy stories in yourself and...
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You Deserve Anxiety Relief in Minutes, Not Months
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Struggling with anxiety that sprints faster than your ability to cope? This episode breaks down the big showdown: EFT (tapping) vs CBT vs counselling — what actually works, what doesn’t, and why you keep getting stuck on the therapy merry-go-round. I’m pulling apart the science, the myths, and the psychology behind each method, so you can finally choose a solution that gives you relief fast instead of waiting 6–12 sessions to maybe feel different. You’ll learn: • Why CBT helps only if your brain isn’t in full emotional meltdown • Why counselling feels comforting but slow •...
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Why Netflix Cliff-Hangers and Toxic Relationships Trigger the Same Stress Response.
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That ache when a favourite show ends too soon? Your brain doesn’t see TV — it sees trauma. Unfinished stories trigger the same neurological response as unresolved grief. Because closure isn’t optional — it’s survival. Listen to the podcast episode then don't forget to grab your free Intuitive Feelings Wheel to finally stop your brain replaying old stories.
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How interrogation psychology explains your trauma loop
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“Only the guilty confess to crimes.” Except, in the real world — and in our own minds — that’s often a lie. Psychologist and truth-seeker Katie Woodland dives into the dark world of statement analysis, false confessions, and emotional coercion. From Mossad interrogation methods to everyday trauma loops, she reveals how guilt and fear can manipulate memory and emotion until even the innocent start believing they’re to blame. You’ll learn: 💬 Why false confessions happen — even among trained adults 🧠 How trauma loops mirror psychological torture 💔 Why guilt feels like...
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The Pills Are Coming for Our Kids — and the NHS Is Holding the Door
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💊 What if I told you that antidepressants were never the answer — and the NHS knows it? This episode dives deep into the uncomfortable truth about the UK’s youth mental health crisis — the overprescription epidemic hiding behind “temporary support” and “early intervention.” Discover why antidepressants double suicidal ideation in teens, how GPs are bypassing NICE guidelines, and what the data really says about healing. Then, learn the simple, proven alternatives already changing lives inside the Happiness Hacks Lab — from Emotional Freedom Technique to mind-body alignment....
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Forget Mindset Work — Your Cells Are The Real Key To Healing
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What if everything you’ve been told about healing your mind… was upside down? We’ve been sold the idea that “it’s all in your head” — that mindset work, affirmations, and therapy are the only way to fix how we feel. But what if your cells, not your brain, are actually calling the shots? In this episode, I dive into the science (and a sprinkle of scandal) behind how your DNA stores memories, emotions, and trauma — and why trying to “think your way out” of pain keeps you trapped in the same loop. From the hidden crystalline nature of your DNA to the spooky truth about...
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From Pain to Peace: Learning to Let Love Lead the Way Through Loss
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This week, I’m peeling back the layers on grief — the kind that steals your breath and fills your kitchen with too much silence. Whether it’s a pet, a person, or a dream, loss hits hard because it’s love that suddenly has nowhere to land. Join me as I unpack the science behind sadness, the surprising timeline of emotion, and the messy beauty of healing without turning it into a project. You’ll hear about my own heartbreak, the lessons it’s stirred up, and the steps that can help you move through pain — without pretending it doesn’t hurt. ✨ Expect honesty, humour, and healing...
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