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You’re Not Broken - Your Brain Just Hasn’t Evolved Yet

In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, we explore why modern life feels so overwhelming through the lens of evolutionary psychology and neuroscience. I’m joined by clinical psychologist Dr Matt Slavin, and together we discuss how our brains are still wired for survival in an ancient world, not the constant demands, uncertainty, and stimulation of modern society. We explore anxiety, negativity bias, rumination, avoidance, the impact of technology and news, lessons from the pandemic, parenting conversations about death, and how understanding our “ancient brain” can reduce shame and increase compassion. This episode is ideal for aspiring and qualified psychologists, therapists, and anyone interested in mental health, wellbeing, and why distress is a deeply human response rather than a personal failure. Connect with Dr Matt Slavin:   / drmattslavin   Check out Dr Matt's websites: http://www.drmattslavin.com/ https://getmentaladvantage.com/ Timestamps 00:00 – Why our brains are ancient and modern life feels so hard 01:08 – We discuss why understanding our evolutionary wiring really matters 02:10 – Ancient survival drives and why they clash with modern expectations 03:05 – Avoiding discomfort, uncertainty, and why that blocks the life we want 05:29 – Maslow, privilege, and how self-actualisation is a modern luxury 06:52 – Why our neurobiology hasn’t caught up with modern society 08:03 – Negativity bias and why our brains are wired to spot danger first 09:56 – Rumination, worry, and the exhaustion of a threat-focused mind 12:02 – Loss, mortality, and how ancient humans related differently to suffering 13:36 – News, technology, and constant activation of our threat systems 16:11 – The pandemic as a leveller between clinicians and the people we serve 19:42 – Functional contextualism and why behaviour makes sense in context 21:22 – Nature-based practice and meeting clients as humans, not hierarchies 23:18 – Legacy, meaning, parenting, and what we want to leave behind 27:03 – Shame, compassion, and understanding survival strategies in mental health 29:51 – Self-awareness, skills, and what really helps people live well 🔔 Subscribe for More Psychology Insights! 👉 Never miss an episode: Subscribe now 📚 My Books on Amazon 📖 The Grief Collective → https://amzn.to/4hNHru5 📖 The Clinical Psychologist Collective → https://amzn.to/3ErIEJs 📖 The Aspiring Psychologist Collective → https://amzn.to/4jSxc9N 📖 Talking Heads: Stories of Psychology & Mental Health → https://amzn.to/3EvbKaN 📖 An Autistic Anthology: Neuro-Narratives of Mental Health Professionals → https://amzn.to/3WXBpz9 🎧 Stay Connected With Me 🌍 Aspiring Psychologists Website: www.aspiring-psychologist.co.uk 🌍 Good Thinking Psychology Website: www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk 💼 LinkedIn: Dr Marianne Trent:   / dr-marianne-trent-psychology   📘 Facebook:   / goodthinkingpsychologicalservices   🐦 Twitter/X: @DrMarianneTrent 📸 Instagram: @DrMarianneTrent 🎵 TikTok: @DrMarianneTrent 📩 Business & Collaboration Enquiries ✉️ Email: [email protected] ⚡ Want More? Check These Out! 🔹 Join the Aspiring Psychologist Membership: Learn more here 🔹 Download my FREE Psychology Success Guide: Grab your copy here ⚠️ Disclaimer This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical, psychological, or professional advice. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. 💡 Want to support the channel? Like, comment, and share this video! © Dr Marianne Trent