{"podcast":{"title":"Beyond the Void: Philosophy & Psychology for the Modern Mind","slug":"beyond-the-void-philosophy-psychology-for-the-modern-mind-7662916","podcast_index_feed_id":7662916,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/VG4060308723","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/b7f4fc28-e9b1-11f0-8f94-5bf04765639a/image/72bb86de84412e1da1abbe3e16cb830d.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"btv","episode_count":376,"summary":"Have you ever wondered about the silent battles, the unspoken thoughts, and the hidden mechanics of human behavior? Welcome to a dedicated auditory space for the introspective mind. We explore the deep intersections of philosophy and psychology, taking a closer look at the complex experiences that shape us—from the profound impact of growing up too fast to the unseen psychology of those who choose to stay quiet in a loud world. This show goes past surface-level self-help. 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If you’ve ever felt guilty for things you didn’t do, constantly walked on eggshells, or questioned your reality after every argument — this exploration will show you the psychology behind those feelings and how to take your power back. Subscribe to Mythic Psyche for more cinematic explorations into dark psychology, emotional control, and the hidden forces shaping human behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ​ Learn more…","meta_description":"Manipulation is not always loud — sometimes it hides behind charm, empathy, or love. 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