I’m on a mission to help you optimize your social and psychological health. I’m Thomas Smithyman, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist and author of Dating …
14:5332K views · 1w ago · 14:53
If you think anxiety might be holding you back, learn more about my course If you want to get better at thinking of things to say in conversations, I’ve made a free worksheet to help you practice Ever been in a conversation where your mind suddenly goes blank and you can’t think of anything to say? In this video, I’ll explain why this happens and what you can do about it.
13:2036K views · 1mo ago · 13:20
Do you enjoy socializing, but find yourself completely drained afterwards? This video describes how I’ve learned to connect without exhausting my social battery. For more on psychology and social interaction, you can get my book here
13:04288K views · 2mo ago · 13:04
If you want help finding better answers to the questions people actually ask (including examples of what I would say), get the worksheet here In this video, I share five surprising things I’ve learned that lead to better conversations.
16:13794K views · 3mo ago · 16:13
If you want help finding better answers to the questions people actually ask (including examples of what I would say), get the worksheet here Ever been asked about yourself and felt like the conversation went NOWHERE? This video will help you with that.
16:5716K views · 5mo ago · 16:57
Turn everyday conversation into moments of real connection with this exercise In this video, I look at a dataset of 880 Guardian Blind Dates to explore what really happens when two strangers sit down for a first date. If you want to work on dating and connecting, you can get my book here
15:3623K views · 6mo ago · 15:36
Use my code DrThomas to receive $10 off In this video, I explain what triggers overthinking when you like someone, what your mind is trying to do, and why it gets stuck — along with a better way to approach it. If you want to work on dating and connecting, you can get my book here
16:05132K views · 7mo ago · 16:05
Learn how to overcome the subtle behaviors that prevent connection with this guide In this video, I explain three hidden psychological barriers that may be causing you to unintentionally filter out people who are actually into you.
14:11556K views · 8mo ago · 14:11
In this video, I explain why attraction isn’t JUST about looks, what else makes people feel drawn to you over time, and why you might be underestimating yourself. If you want to work on dating and connecting, you can get my book here
10:4622K views · 8mo ago · 10:46
In this video, I explain why dating can feel like a performance or evaluation — and what helps it feel more natural and enjoyable instead. If you want to work on dating and connecting, you can get my book here This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case.
14:0330K views · 9mo ago · 14:03
This video explores one reason we get overlooked, and what to do about it. If you want to work on dating and connecting, you can get my book here This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case.
14:5721K views · 9mo ago · 14:57
This video is about the psychology of playing hard to get, revealing indicators, how it works, and whether it's a good dating strategy, along with the downsides of using it. If you want to work on dating and connecting, you can get my book here
15:42113K views · 10mo ago · 15:42
Attraction has multiple triggers, and this video explains one of the most powerful. If you want to work on dating and connecting, you can get my book here NOTE The faces used for this educational video were retrieved from the Face Research Lab London Set, DeBruine, L, L., & Jones, B. (2018): All individuals gave signed consent for their images to be used "to illustrate research (e.g., in scientific journals, news media or presentations)."
19:453.4K views · 10mo ago · 19:45
I tested the Muse S Athena to break down what this EEG and fNIRS device actually is, how it works, and what was — and wasn’t — helpful in my experience. MY BOOK Overcome anxiety and develop genuine connections This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case.
16:0044K views · 10mo ago · 16:00
If you’re tired of anxiety holding you back in dating, you can get my book here Here's a brief guide to starting, deepening, and exiting conversations with confidence This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case.
10:4621K views · 11mo ago · 10:46
If you’re tired of anxiety holding you back in dating, you can get my book here Here's a brief guide to starting, deepening, and exiting conversations with confidence This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case.
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