The 7 reasons you can't be a psychologist

The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 112: Reasons why you shouldn’t be a psychologist – myths debunked

Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast.

In this episode of the Aspiring Psychologist podcast, we explore and debunk several myths, things we have been told, and challenged views around topics to do with psychology. Join us as we address career progression, additional responsibilities (like being a parent or carer, or even physical health challenges) and emotional burden. Maybe these are some concerns you have had or have been told some of these things, but whatever type of psychologist you are looking to be, I hope that some clarity is gained from this episode!

We hope you find it so useful.

I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins!

The Highlights:

• (00:00): Introduction
• (00:40): Coping, personal experiences and growth
• (03:11): The importance of alternative perspective and hope
• (04:11): Thriving through adversity
• (06:22): “I don’t think you can be a psychologist”
• (07:14): Be kind to yourself and to others
• (08:20): The beauty of diversity
• (09:35): The upcoming book in the works!
• (10:39): Stigmas, neurodiversity and its intersection with psychology
• (11:42): Juggling being a parent or carer and a doctorate
• (12:51): Having enough hours in the day…
• (13:43): Parental leave on the doctorate?
• (14:35): Working 5 days a week over 4
• (17:40): What do modern psychologists look like now
• (19:52): “You’re not a real doctor”
• (21:00): Navigating expectations in career paths
• (21:56): Lack of career progression?
• (23:07): . You are not limited
• (24:54): “You are not making a difference”
• (26:59): It all matters
• (27:52): Summary and close

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