Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall is a podcast where we explore the connections between psychology and everyday life. With over 30 years of experience in counseling and psychology, we aim to present complex topics in an accessible and relatable way. Our primary goal is to provide insights that help you better understand yourself and the world around you.
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall
Naked Psychology with Doug and Kendall-The Rise of Delulu Culture
In this mind-bending episode, Doug and Kendall dive headfirst into the viral rise of Delulu Culture—a TikTok-driven trend where people proudly embrace delusional thinking as a confidence tool. From “If I believe it hard enough, it will happen” to manifesting dream jobs and relationships, Gen Z has turned magical thinking into a pop psychology phenomenon. But is it a form of hope... or just well-disguised denial?
Doug (our psychology professor) brings in the science of cognitive distortions, belief systems, and developmental psychology, while Kendall (our counselor) breaks down how fantasy-based thinking can show up as both a coping mechanism and a clinical red flag. Together, they unpack how delulu culture blurs the lines between empowerment and avoidance.