Psych & Spirit

Larissa Seay Dashjian, Ph.D.
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Growing one awareness at a time. Deepening our understanding of ourselves and living in the present, with a hint of psychology research and theory in the mix. This podcast blends spirituality and psychology, and each episode provides practical tips to be more present with yourself and live a more meaningful life, from the perspective of a psychologist with a background in mindfulness and Eastern philosophy. Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO5n25rkQY4iSPBysUo0N2w/ Interested in the music featured in any of the episodes? Visit: https://www.musicglue.com/the8thhouse

  1. Jun 4

    #21 - Happiness

    This episode tackles happiness: what it is, what makes up the parts of happiness, how to become happier, and how happiness from within can be subversive or rebellious. Do you deserve to be happy in the face of chaos and suffering? Youtube link for this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSS0jWR7zC8 The official podcast page: https://bridgeviewpsychologicalservic... Interested in the music featured in the intro/ending of the podcast episodes? Visit: www.musicglue.com/the8thhouse CORRECTIONS: *Killingsworth et al. did not necessarily find that happiness plateaued at around $500k, but very few sampled demonstrated incomes above that threshold. *The U.S. was 23rd in the World Happiness Report in 2026, not 15th. CITATIONS: Helliwell, J. F., Layard, R., Sachs, J. D., De Neve, J.-E., Aknin, L. B., & Wang, S. (Eds.). (2026). World happiness report 2026. Wellbeing Research Centre, University of Oxford. https://worldhappiness.report/ed/2026/ Killingsworth, M. A., Kahneman, D., & Mellers, B. (2023). Income and emotional well-being: A conflict resolved. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 120(10), e2208661120. Lyubomirsky, S., Sheldon, K. M., & Schkade, D. (2005). Pursuing happiness: The architecture of sustainable change. Review of General Psychology, 9, 111–131. Seligman, M. (2002). Authentic happiness. Free Press. Zion, T. (2021). Be your own medical intuitive: Healing your body and soul. Writelife Publishing.

    1h 2m

  2. 12/21/2024

    #20: Spiritual Bypassing & Unfinished Business

    What does it mean to engage in spiritual bypassing? How might it stymie growth for the person doing it and how might it affect others? Join me as we discuss choosing the harder but more rewarding path of growth as an alternative to escapism and avoidance that includes healing old emotional wounds, or "unfinished business." REFERENCES: Ahmad, S. S., McLaughlin, M. M., & Weisman de Mamani, A. (2023). Spiritual bypass as a moderator of the relationships between religious coping and psychological distress in Muslims living in the United States. Psychology of Religion and Spirituality, 15(1), 32. Fox, J., Cashwell, C. S., & Picciotto, G. (2017). The opiate of the masses: Measuring spiritual bypass and its relationship to spirituality, religion, mindfulness, psychological distress, and personality. Spirituality in Clinical Practice, 4(4), 274. Reed-Gilbert, P. (2023). Wounding Words: A Phenomenological study of how individuals experience receiving spiritual bypass [Unpublished doctoral dissertation]. LIberty University. Welwood, J. (1984). Principles of inner work: Psychological and spiritual. Journal of Transpersonal Psychology, 16(1), 63-73. OTHER: Music featured in this episode: "The Song that Feels So Familiar," by Larissa Seay Dashjian (under the moniker The 8th House). Purchase music from the podcast here: https://www.musicglue.com

    20 min

  3. 10/06/2023

    #19: Grief

    What is grief, and what do we grieve in life? Is it just about losing a loved one, or can we grieve change and other types of losses? Join me as I discuss how my own grief process reflects Elisabeth Kubler-Ross' theory of grief, as do other experiences in life. Music featured in this episode: "The Song that Feels So Familiar," by Larissa Seay Dashjian (under the moniker The 8th House). Purchase music from the podcast here: https://www.musicglue.com

    24 min

  4. 04/24/2023

    #18: Living vs. Surviving

    What does it mean to just "survive" vs. actually living a more present and meaningful life? How do we live more and get out of survival mode? Join me as we discuss survival mode and living. Music featured in this episode: "The Song that Feels So Familiar," by Larissa Seay Dashjian (under the moniker The 8th House). Purchase music from the podcast here: https://www.musicglue.com

    19 min

  5. 01/02/2023

    #17: Year End Lessons

    I'm kicking off season two of Psych & Spirit with an end-of-the-year reflection! What has the past year been like for you? What lessons have you learned? Life often humbles us so that we can understand ourselves better. Join me as I get personal and share some of my own lessons and ask you questions to reflect on lessons from 2022 and create a clean slate for 2023. Music featured in this episode: "The Song that Feels So Familiar," by Larissa Seay Dashjian (under the moniker The 8th House). Purchase music from the podcast here: https://www.musicglue.com

    11 min

  6. 10/24/2022

    #16: Surrender

    What does this esoteric term in spiritual circles really mean? Why is it so difficult to put into practice? And how can we take steps toward surrender in our lives? Join me as I answer your burning questions about surrender. Music featured in this episode: "The Song that Feels So Familiar," by Larissa Seay Dashjian (under the moniker The 8th House). Purchase music from the podcast here: https://www.musicglue.com

    16 min

  7. 09/05/2022

    #15: Nature

    Does being outside and enjoying nature improve our mental health and functioning? Join me as I discuss what the research suggests about spending time in nature and provide tips on how to appreciate nature and the outdoors. Music featured in this episode: "Alice in Neptune," by Larissa Seay Dashjian (under the moniker The 8th House). Purchase music from the podcast here: https://www.musicglue.com References Kaplan, S. (1995). The restorative benefits of nature: Toward an integrative framework. Journal of Experimental Psychology, 15, 169-182. Pouso, S., Borja, Á., Fleming, L. E., Gómez-Baggethun, E., White, M. P., & Uyarra, M. C. (2021). Contact with blue-green spaces during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown beneficial for mental health. The Science of the total environment, 756, 143984. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.143984 Soga, M., Evans, M. J., Tsuchiya, K., & Fukano, Y. (2021). A room with a green view: the importance of nearby nature for mental health during the COVID‐19 pandemic. Ecological Applications, 31(2), e2248. Stevenson, M. P., Schilhab, T., and Bentsen, P. (2018). Attention restoration theory II: a systematic review to clarify attention processes affected by exposure to natural environments. Journal of Toxicology & Environmental Health Part B, 21, 227–268. doi: 10.1080/10937404.2018.1505571 Yin, J., Yuan, J., Arfaei, N., Catalano, P. J., Allen, J. G., & Spengler, J. D. (2020). Effects of biophilic indoor environment on stress and anxiety recovery: A between-subjects experiment in virtual reality. Environment International, 136, 105427. Zhang, J. W., Howell, R. T., & Iyer, R. (2014). Engagement with natural beauty moderates the positive relation between connectedness with nature and psychological well-being. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 38, 55-63.

    17 min

  8. 08/15/2022

    #14: Life Challenges

    What is your life challenge? Many folks have a few specific themes that pervade their lives, specific areas that they experience fear, difficulty, or disillusionment for most of their lives. Join me as I discuss common life challenges and provide tips on how to face those challenges with compassion and courage. Music featured in this episode: "Alice in Neptune," by Larissa Seay Dashjian (under the moniker The 8th House). Purchase music from the podcast here: https://www.musicglue.com/the8thhouse/shop

    19 min
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Growing one awareness at a time. Deepening our understanding of ourselves and living in the present, with a hint of psychology research and theory in the mix. This podcast blends spirituality and psychology, and each episode provides practical tips to be more present with yourself and live a more meaningful life, from the perspective of a psychologist with a background in mindfulness and Eastern philosophy. Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO5n25rkQY4iSPBysUo0N2w/ Interested in the music featured in any of the episodes? Visit: https://www.musicglue.com/the8thhouse

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  • Creator
    Larissa Seay Dashjian, Ph.D.
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Larissa Seay Dashjian, Ph.D.
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    Psych & Spirit