Behavioral Grooves Podcast

• Why Self-Improvement Is Holding You Back | Oliver Burkeman

  Oliver Burkeman joins us to explore the power of imperfectionism and why waiting for the “perfect moment” is a trap. We discuss how perfectionism, productivity myths, and self-improvement frameworks can hold us back—and why embracing uncertainty is the key to doing meaningful work. Whether you’re looking to improve daily habits or rethink your approach to time and purpose, this conversation will inspire you to take action despite life’s inevitable messiness. ©2025 Behavioral Grooves Topics [00:00] Introduction & Why We Wait for the Perfect Moment [4:15] Meet Oliver Burkeman: Author of Meditations for Mortals [9:40] The Illusion of Control & The Productivity Trap [15:30] What “Imperfectionism” Really Means [22:45] Why Life Isn’t a Problem to Be Solved [30:10] How Small Actions Create Big Meaning [38:00] The Power of Letting Go & Taking the First Step [45:50] Oliver’s Music Picks & The Importance of Everyday Moments [1:00:00] Grooving Session: Final Takeaways & How to Apply This Philosophy Today ©2025 Behavioral Grooves Links Oliver Burkeman Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals Join the Behavioral Grooves community Subscribe to Behavioral Grooves on YouTube Musical Links The Divine Comedy - To The Rescue  Fountains of Wayne - Someone To Love  Lin Manuel Miranda - Surface Pressure

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• Groove Jams: What's Your Vice?

  If you could remove one vice from your life, what would it be? In this month's Groove Jams, Tim and Kurt are joined by friend of the show Brad Shuck to explore the vices that hold us back. From overworking to doomscrolling, the trio unpacks what they struggle with giving up. Except for Tim, who somehow avoids the question.  From tacos to self-doubt, tune in for an eye-opening look at the fine line between indulgence and discipline.  ©2025 Behavioral Grooves

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• Lost Touch? How to Rebuild Friendships and Strengthen Your Social Life | Adam Dorsay

  Dr. Adam Dorsay joins us to explore what it truly means to connect in a digital age. From the four key types of connection—self, others, the world, and something greater—to rekindling friendships and embracing technology for deeper bonds, this episode is packed with insights on building a more fulfilling life. Plus, we (of course) discuss the power of music, social comparison, and why sometimes, all it takes to make someone's day is a simple phone call. ©2025 Behavioral Grooves Topics [0:00] Introduction to Dr. Adam Dorsay [5:41] Speed Round: Instruments, Languages, and Coffee [22:36] The Four Types of Connection [37:12] The Psychology of Savoring and Gratitude [45:24] Why Are Modern Friendships So Hard? [1:00:25] - The Driveway Test for Relationships [1:03:45] - The Power of Music and Live Experiences [1:12:00] - Key Takeaways on Connection and Joy [1:30:02] - Closing Thoughts  ©2025 Behavioral Grooves Links Learn more about Dr. Adam Dorsay Super Psyched by Adam Dorsay Super Psyched Podcast Join the Behavioral Grooves community Subscribe to Behavioral Grooves on YouTube Musical Links George Michael - Faith Sigur Rós - Sæglópur  Mumford & Sons - Lover of the Light

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• Fact-Checking Love: The Truth About Romance Movies | Eli Finkel and Paul Eastwick

  How accurate are rom-coms when it comes to love? Relationship scientists Paul Eastwick & Eli Finkel, co-hosts of Love Factually, put movie romance under a scientific lens, separating fact from fiction and revealing how Hollywood shapes our real-life expectations about love. Topics [0:00] Intro & Welcome to Paul Eastwick & Eli Finkel [2:00] Coffee, Unicycles, and Speed Round Fun [6:40] Introducing Love Factually: A Relationship Science Podcast [10:05] Do Movies Teach Us About Love or Just Reflect Culture? [15:35] The Rom-Com Myths That Hollywood Keeps Selling [22:50] What Movies Get Surprisingly Right About Relationships [30:10] The Power of Micro-Cultures in Romantic Relationships [35:40] Relationship Science & The Challenges of Studying Love [41:00] Personal Insights & Favorite Movies from Paul & Eli [47:45] Music Preferences: The Soundtrack to Love & Life [49:57] Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Love Factually ©2025 Behavioral Grooves Links Listen to Love Factually Follow Paul Eastwick Follow Eli Finkel  The All-or-Nothing Marriage by Eli Finkel Musical Links Peter Gabriel - In Your Eyes  Pearl Jam - Daughter  Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit 

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• The Science of a Thriving Relationship | Rachel Glik

  Can love alone sustain a relationship? Probably not. In this pseudo-Valentine’s Day episode, therapist Rachel Glik explores the pillars of a soulful marriage: personal growth, prioritization, and shared purpose. We unpack the “duck effect” of social media’s relationship illusions, the value of embracing friction for deeper connection, and how self-responsibility and communication can turn struggling relationships into thriving ones. Plus, Rachel shares insights from Kabbalah and psychotherapy—because love is in the air, and so is science! ©2025 Behavioral Grooves Topics [0:00] Relationships, Social Media, and the Duck Effect [6:00] Speed Round with Rachel Gilk [8:46] Exploring the Four Pillars of a Soulful Marriage [15:40] Embracing Friction: Why Conflict is a Growth Opportunity [22:00] The Role of Kabbalah in Relationships [35:00] Practical Tips for Enhancing Relationships [40:50] The Love Seat Method  [50:13] Music Preferences [1:00:00] Grooving Session: Love, Communication, and Personal Growth ©2025 Behavioral Grooves Links Rachel Glik A Soulful Marriage: Healing Your Relationship with Responsibility, Growth, Priority, and Purpose Duck Syndrome Musical Links Joni Mitchell - Big Yellow Taxi  Maggie Rogers - Fallingwater  Angus & Julia Stone - Big Jet Plane

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