My Crazy Brain
Calling all overachievers, worriers, and overthinkers. I get it. Join Slayton, a high school student with Tourette syndrome, once a week for authentic conversations and interviews about the crazy things that our crazy brains make us do.
Podcasting since 2022 • 22 episodes
My Crazy Brain
Latest Episodes
Social Media's Effects on the Brain
Social media has changed the way we interact with the world. While it is entertaining to watch funny dog videos or get inspiration for tasty recipes, social media can be harmful to our mental health. Whether through likes, followers, looks, or ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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29:51
"Why Are We Scared All the Time?": How to Conquer Fear in the Modern World
Fear controls us like a puppeteer, causing us to act irrationally and rashly. In the past, fear was a vital ingredient in the recipe for procreation, in fact fear is what propels the theory of Darwinism (the survival of the fittest). Those who ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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33:48
I Want More: The Reality of Addiction
Today's topic is one that is unfortunately all too common: addiction. Addiction can take many forms, from substance abuse to gambling, and it affects millions of people worldwide. In this episode, we'll be exploring the neurobiological mechanis...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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35:50
Procrastination Is Totally Normal, but Let's Fix It
Procrastination is the act of delaying or postponing tasks or actions that need to be completed. It is a common behavior that many people experience in their daily lives, and it can have a negative impact on their productivity, mental health, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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36:33
Fish, Pessimism, and Light: How to Spread Positivity
In this episode, I approach the topic of optimism through an authentic lens. It feels like, despite our best efforts, we are constantly being pushed backwards in life. It is ironic, consequently, that we are expected to, in some settings, remai...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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26:10