Join Dr. Oren Amitay and Psychotherapist Malini Ondrovcik each week as they explore, challenge, and dissect social phenomena across the ideological spectrum.
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A behind-the-scenes look at Dr. Oren Amitay and Malini Ondrovcik recording new content this weekend for of Awake at the Wheel. They tackle complex issues related to #relationships #parenting #workethic #masculinity
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If governments, tech industry, etc want to be trusted, they need to be trustworthy. They've proven time and again to not be. To be trusted, you have to be consistent, trustworthy, and not steal, lie, and underhanded all the time, which tech especially seem unable to do.
Online humiliation and harassment are permanent now. Unlike past bullying, digital shaming leaves a lasting digital footprint, making it a pervasive issue. #DigitalSafety #Cyberbullying
Online, people are often reduced to mere content for entertainment. This public humiliation inflicts severe emotional damage, stripping away their humanity. #OnlineCulture #MentalHealth
Words like 'gay' and 'cuck' have become insults aimed at masculinity. The term 'cuck' evolved from its original meaning of cuckoldry to referencing the parasitic cuckoo bird, showing how language twists meaning to attack. #Language #Masculinity #WordOrigins
Dominance and status elevation can become a zero-sum game, often involving humiliation and shaming. This behavior is increasingly recognized as sociopathic and antisocial. #SocialDynamics #BehavioralPsychology
Online harm & bullying affect kids, with links to suicide. Who's accountable—parents or schools? There needs to be repercussions for these platforms. #OnlineSafety #Parenting #Education
Academia faces political bias. Male victims of domestic violence need more resources. The tragic story of Earl Silverman, who founded a men's shelter and later died by suicide, highlights this urgent need. #SocialIssues #MensRights #Support
In Canada, male victims of intimate partner violence face significant underreporting due to shame and societal bias. Statistics are scarce, leaving many to suffer in silence. We need to break the stigma and acknowledge this hidden reality. #MensMentalHealth #EndDomesticViolence
Unpacking the biases in our systems. This video dives into social psychology, highlighting the need for anti-bias training in the judiciary and mental health sectors, and calls out political bias in academia. #SocialPsychology #AntiBias #Academia
Unlock better problem-solving with anti-bias training. It's not about being 'good' or 'bad'—it's about cultivating self-awareness and critical thinking to make clearer, more objective decisions. #ProblemSolving #CriticalThinking
AI is advancing, but it can't replace the core of therapy: genuine human connection. Empathetic listening offers a depth and understanding AI simply can't replicate. #HumanConnection #Therapy
AI's impact is rapidly growing, shaping our present and future. As this technology evolves, ongoing conversation and adaptation are essential. Let's keep discussing its influence. #AI #FutureTech
Becoming a psychologist requires deep knowledge and skill. Concerns grow as therapy trends favor efficiency and access over genuine competence and empathy. True healing needs more than just speed. #Psychology #Therapy
AI masters logic, but humans speak in emotion, intuition, and nuance. True reality and connection are often lost in translation when relying solely on algorithms. Can AI ever truly understand us? #AIvsHuman #Communication #TechEthics
The complex discussion around blocking puberty and medical interventions for minors based on gender identity is raising serious questions. What are the long-term implications? #GenderIdentity #YouthHealthcare
Don't blindly trust experts. Even the 'infallible' can be wrong. It's time to question the narrative and think for yourself. #CriticalThinking #Skepticism
The pursuit of achievement demands hard work, but a victim mentality can sabotage your goals, like owning a home. Don't let excuses win; focus on the effort needed to succeed. #Mindset #Achievement #PersonalGrowth
The medical field has a history of being built on false beliefs, leading to harmful practices. From lobotomies to current controversies, a critical examination is essential for patient safety and ethical progress. #MedicalEthics #PatientSafety #CriticalThinking
A single Twitter thread unexpectedly opened doors to major career opportunities, leading to work with Michael Shellenberger and the discovery of the WPATH Files. Sometimes, the biggest breakthroughs come from the smallest digital sparks. #TwitterSuccess #CareerGrowth