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PhD student Cambridge Uni Programmer_πŸ§‘β€πŸ’» CrossFitπŸƒ Check out my newsletter for all things brain science: https://thementalhealthprogram.substack.com/

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Did you know that the person who invented the Ferris wheel never met the person who invented the merry-go-round?
They moved in different circles.

#joke #wheresthenearestdefib

09.03.2026 16:58 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I’m in Riyadh right now. It feels safe and is full of wonderful people

09.03.2026 09:08 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Big up Strava, doesn’t count unless you got kudos

08.03.2026 16:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I’m unsure what the Runna app provides you that any AI chat bot doesn’t.

Is runna wast of money?

08.03.2026 13:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I wish I could say the same, instead my corneas are forever scarred

08.03.2026 13:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Hilarious what on earth did he have to say on dating

08.03.2026 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Great suggestions, both strong competitors

08.03.2026 13:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Love island could win the prize for worst television ever

06.03.2026 08:48 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 5

Get in!

05.03.2026 09:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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You didn't choose your ambitions. Your childhood did. Are you living the life you want β€” or the one you were taught to want?

This is what’s preventing you from living the perfect life.

#science #research #psychology

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01.03.2026 15:03 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Did this get a groan?

01.03.2026 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Love it

01.03.2026 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Did you hear about the paddle sale?
It’s quite the oardeal.

23.02.2026 14:46 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Totally. Just feels like it should exist doesn’t it

21.02.2026 10:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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You're Not Going to Like This One. Free Will Doesn't Exist It will likely divide the room. Nevertheless, we should talk about it...

Does free will really exist?

Where do you stand?

#psychology #science #research #philosophy

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18.02.2026 09:11 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I'll be releasing this in the coming weeks, stay tuned...

03.02.2026 13:45 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Who's ready for "Grey Matters" - a blog educating the world on the science that matters.

#science #research #mentalhealth #psychology

03.02.2026 13:45 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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If You’re Always β€œThe Calm One,” Your Nervous System Is Probably Exhausted Calmness is often praised. But sometimes it’s not regulationβ€”it’s survival.

Sometimes its bad to be 'the calm one'

#science #mentalhealth #research #psychology

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02.02.2026 15:13 β€” πŸ‘ 18    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

wow, you describe this very eloquently

11.01.2026 08:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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If You Grew Up Walking on Eggshells, Your Brain Learned This One Dangerous Skill Do you ever feel hyper-alert in social situations, always scanning for potential conflict, even when there’s none?

Growing up feeling like youre walking on egg shells changes your brain

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#psychology #mentalhealth #science

10.01.2026 11:20 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

stop it you!!! thanks, so grateful you appreciate it

27.12.2025 09:14 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Give me some open source computer vision libraries.

#python #code #mlsky #ai #machinelearning #programming

26.12.2025 21:37 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Very good πŸ˜†

26.12.2025 21:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Love it. Meditation is class

26.12.2025 21:35 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why Intelligent People Are More Prone to Overthinking (Neuroscience Explains Why) Ever lie awake at 2 a.m., replaying conversations, imagining worst-case scenarios, or mentally drafting multiple responses to an email?

intelligent people overthink more

thementalhealthprogram.substack.com/p/why-intell...

#pscyhology #mentalhealth #science

26.12.2025 17:34 β€” πŸ‘ 20    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1
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Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Childhood and Intergenerational Trauma Trauma is more than a painful memoryβ€”it’s a force that can shape the trajectory of a life, influencing behavior, relationships, and even physical health.

Do you have trauma?

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16.12.2025 15:59 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Nature vs. Nurture: The Genetic and Environmental Influences on Behavior Are we the sum of our genes, pre-programmed from birth?

Look at this...

Nature vs Nurture debate - answered
thementalhealthprogram.substack.com/p/nature-vs-...

#research #psychology #science

05.12.2025 08:00 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Nine students stood together on a stage holding certificates. Two at the front are holding a gold board that reads 'MRC Max Perutz Award 2025'.

Nine students stood together on a stage holding certificates. Two at the front are holding a gold board that reads 'MRC Max Perutz Award 2025'.

Looking for some inspiration in science communication?

The 2025 #MRC Max Perutz Award shortlisted entries are now live!

Congratualtions to this year’s winners, Johnny Tam and Vanessa Drevenakova πŸŽ‰

Read and watch their winning article and video in The Observer πŸ“½οΈβœοΈ: observer.co.uk/news/science... 1/

01.12.2025 11:21 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Quality, glad it’s knocking about the Clin psy courses

06.11.2025 08:56 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Roger that

06.11.2025 08:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0