Rewired

This summer, I spent two weeks at Cambridge digging into that question through a psychology project on Theory of Mind, which is our ability to recognize that other people think, feel, and believe differently from us.In this episode, I’m sharing what I learned: the history of Theory of Mind, why it’s been misunderstood in autism research, how culture changes the way it develops, and what my biggest takeaways were. A more personal, behind-the-scenes episode!Socials:Spotify - Rewired Instagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - [khadija.farrash@gmail.com](mailto:khadija.farrash@gmail.com) Discord - The Rewired Community or https://discord.gg/AQQEMJG3Linktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next post.Thank you so much for listening, can’t wait to chat with you soon!

Why do we lie; even about small things?In this episode, we dive into the psychology behind lying: from white lies to self-deception, what drives us to bend the truth? We explore categories of lies, the reasons we lie, how it affects our mental health and relationships, and whether honesty is always the best policy.Socials:Spotify - RewiredInstagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community or https://discord.gg/AQQEMJG3Linktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next post.Thank you so much for listening, can’t wait to chat with you soon!

Fear is supposed to keep us safe.. so why do we seek it out for fun? In this short special, I break down the neuroscience and psychology behind thrill-seeking and the strange satisfaction of being afraid (on purpose).Socials:Spotify - RewiredInstagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community or https://discord.gg/AQQEMJG3Linktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow or subscribe to my channel for notifications on my next post.Thank you so much for listening, can’t wait to chat with you soon!

From dopamine spikes to identity-building, music does more than sound good—it rewires your brain. This episode unpacks the psychology behind music, emotion, and memory, and why your playlists know you better than you think. Socials:Spotify - RewiredInstagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community or https://discord.gg/AQQEMJG3Linktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next post.Thank you so much for listening, can’t wait to chat with you soon!

From influencers to everyday interactions, the halo effect makes us believe that good looks equal good character. In today's episode I explore why our brains make this connection... and why it’s not always accurate.Socials:Spotify - RewiredInstagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - ⁠khadija.farrash@gmail.com⁠Discord - The Rewired Community or ⁠https://discord.gg/AQQEMJG3⁠Linktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next post.Thank you so much for listening, can’t wait to chat with you soon!

Not every cloud needs a silver lining. In this episode, I dig into the psychology of toxic positivity, why forcing happiness can backfire, and how to make space for uncomfortable emotions without shutting them down.Socials:Spotify - Rewired Instagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community or https://discord.gg/AQQEMJG3Linktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow or subscribe to my channel for notifications on my next post.Thank you so much for listening, can’t wait to chat with you soon!

Personality tests claim to define who we are; but how accurate are they really? In this episode, I break down the science behind the MBTI. Is it a reliable tool for self-discovery, or just entertaining labels? Join me as I explore the psychology behind this test, its strengths, its flaws, and whether it truly captures the complexity of human personality. Stay tuned for some myth debunking at the end!Socials:Spotify - RewiredInstagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - ⁠khadija.farrash@gmail.com⁠Discord - The Rewired Community or ⁠https://discord.gg/AQQEMJG3⁠Linktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next post.Thank you so much for listening, can’t wait to chat with you soon!

In this episode I break down the psychology behind personality. What makes up personality? What are the Big Five Traits of Personality?Take the Big Five Test!https://www.truity.com/test/big-five-personality-testSocials:Spotify - RewiredInstagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community or https://discord.gg/AQQEMJG3Linktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next post.Thank you so much for listening, can’t wait to chat with you soon!

DISCLAIMER: There are no biological aspects of birth order which influence the personality of an individual, directly from birth (apart from the slight difference discussed with intelligence). However, environmental factors which tie into your birth category do have psychological impacts on the turnout of your personality, which is what is mainly discussed throughout this episode.Welcome to Rewired’s first ever mini-series! In this episode I break down the psychology behind the personality of only children. What stereotypes have been made about their personalities? What does the personality of a typical only child look like? Listen on to find out more..If you want to dive deeper, these research papers and articles below elaborate on some of the concepts i’ve discussed, and were mentioned at throughout the course of the episode:Paper one: "The associations of birth order with personality and intelligence in a representative sample of U.S. high school students”Paper two: “Examining the effects of birth order on personality” An Analysis of Empirical Validity of Alfred Adler’s Theory of Birth Order"Article one: "Only children are often misunderstood. Take a closer look at the science” - American Psychological AssociationSocials:Spotify - RewiredInstagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community / link in my LinktreeLinktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next upload.

DISCLAIMER: There are no biological aspects of birth order which influence the personality of an individual, directly from birth (apart from the slight difference discussed with intelligence). However, environmental factors which tie into your birth category do have psychological impacts on the turnout of your personality, which is what is mainly discussed throughout this episode.Welcome to Rewired’s first ever mini-series! In this episode I break down the psychology behind the personality of youngest children. What stereotypes have been made about their personalities? What does the personality of a typical youngest child look like? Listen on to find out more..If you want to dive deeper, these research papers and articles below elaborate on some of the concepts i’ve discussed, and were mentioned at throughout the course of the episode:Paper one: "The associations of birth order with personality and intelligence in a representative sample of U.S. high school students”Paper two: “Examining the effects of birth order on personality”An Analysis of Empirical Validity of Alfred Adler’s Theory of Birth Order"Socials:Spotify - RewiredInstagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community / link in my LinktreeLinktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next upload.

DISCLAIMER: There are no biological aspects of birth order which influence the personality of an individual, directly from birth (apart from the slight difference discussed with intelligence). However, environmental factors which tie into your birth category do have psychological impacts on the turnout of your personality, which is what is mainly discussed throughout this episode.Welcome to Rewired’s first ever mini-series! In this episode I break down the psychology behind the personality of middle children. What stereotypes have been made about their personalities? What does the personality of a typical middle child look like? Listen on to find out more..If you want to dive deeper, these research papers and articles below elaborate on some of the concepts i’ve discussed, and were mentioned at throughout the course of the episode:Paper one: "The associations of birth order with personality and intelligence in a representative sample of U.S. high school students”Paper two: “Examining the effects of birth order on personality”Article one: “Games Parents and Adolescents Play”Socials:Spotify - RewiredInstagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community / link in my LinktreeLinktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next upload.

DISCLAIMER: There are no biological aspects of birth order which influence the personality of an individual, directly from birth (apart from the slight difference discussed with intelligence). However, environmental factors which tie into your birth category do have psychological impacts on the turnout of your personality, which is what is mainly discussed throughout this episode. Welcome to Rewired’s first ever mini-series! In this episode I break down the psychology behind the personality of firstborns. What stereotypes have been made about their personalities? What does the personality of a typical firstborn look like? Listen on to find out more..If you want to dive deeper, these research papers and articles below elaborate on some of the concepts i’ve discussed, and were mentioned at throughout the course of the episode:Paper one: "The associations of birth order with personality and intelligence in a representative sample of U.S. high school students”Paper two: “Examining the effects of birth order on personality”Article one: “Games Parents and Adolescents Play”Socials:Spotify - Rewired Instagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community / link in my LinktreeLinktree in the channel description!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next upload.

Ever wondered what your dreams really mean? Join me as I dive into the fascinating world of dreams and explore the science behind those nightly adventures. From lucid dreaming to dream interpretation, we'll uncover the mysteries of the subconscious mind.If you want to dive deeper, these research papers below elaborate on some of the concepts i’ve discussed! I recommend visiting the American Psychology Association (APA) if you’re interested in reading more into topics discussed, that i have not linked below.1. “ Dreams, myth, and power” - APA - Further detail regarding the myths about dreams!2. “Why we forget our dreams: acetylcholine and norepine in wakefulness and REM sleep” - IRIS - Further detail regarding why we forget our dreamsSocials:Instagram - OfficialRewiredYouTube - OfficialRewiredEmail - khadija.farrash@gmail.comDiscord - The Rewired Community or https://discord.gg/tVnuF38CLinktree in the channel description!Visit @PsychTalk on Instagram! Support their extremely insightful blog, you will definitely find something interesting!Comment down below what you’d like to hear next, drop some feedback, or some questions about todays topic! Hit follow for notifications on my next post.Thank you so much for listening, can’t wait to chat with you soon!

Welcome to the Rewired Podcast! My name is Khadija Farrash, i'm a 16 year old student who is extremely passionate about all things psych; and I hope to be your host for the rest of the episodes to come!I created this podcast as a space to talk about what truly matters – I’ve always been fascinated by why we tick the way we do, and I’ve spent countless hours researching and learning about the teenage brain. I wanted to create a space for learning and discussion, where we can talk openly about psychological phenomena experienced by teenagers globally, ensuring that all the information you learn is factual, through debunking common psych myths suggested by You!Be sure to hit follow and stay tuned! Your thoughts matter, so drop a comment, share your thoughts, stories, and questions!