Dr Thomas Smithyman Podcast
I'm Thomas, a PhD clinical psychologist and author helping you optimize your social and psychological health. New episodes go live every two weeks on Spotify and https://www.youtube.com/@DrThomasSmithyman
I'm Thomas, a PhD clinical psychologist and author helping you optimize your social and psychological health. New episodes go live every two weeks on Spotify and https://www.youtube.com/@DrThomasSmithyman
Episodes
7 days ago
7 Things I Quit For More Self-Confidence
7 days ago
7 days ago
Download the full list of 15 ways I became more self-confident here: http://bit.ly/4nbjDUA
To improve your social confidence, you can get my book: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear
I’m creating a workshop to help you date and connect with confidence — tell me what you want me to cover: https://forms.gle/MUBu4MqMGcPsqNMDA
Sunday Feb 15, 2026
4 Steps to Stop Overthinking Social Interactions
Sunday Feb 15, 2026
Sunday Feb 15, 2026
After years of working on overthinking--called "post-event rumination" to us psychologists--I've come up with a 4 step process that has been pretty successful for me. I lay that out for you in this episode.
You can get more info on all these idea in my book here: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear
I’m creating a workshop to help you date and connect with confidence — tell me what you want me to cover: https://forms.gle/MUBu4MqMGcPsqNMDA
Optimize your social and psychological health with my newsletter: https://drthomassmithyman.beehiiv.com.
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
The Science of a Happy Relationship (5 Questions To Ask)
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
For more on psychology and dating, you can get my book here: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear
I’m creating a workshop to help you date and connect with confidence — tell me what you want me to cover: https://forms.gle/MUBu4MqMGcPsqNMDA
Optimize your social and psychological health with my newsletter: https://drthomassmithyman.beehiiv.com.
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
What Causes Rejection (According to Psychology)
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
For more on psychology and dating, you can get my book here: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear
I’m creating a workshop to help you date and connect with confidence — tell me what you want me to cover: https://forms.gle/MUBu4MqMGcPsqNMDA
Optimize your social and psychological health with my newsletter: https://drthomassmithyman.beehiiv.com.
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
The Science of Knowing Yourself (And Why It Matters)
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
Discovering who you truly are can transform your life. In this episode, I break down the science of self-concept clarity, a cornerstone of self-awareness, using the psychological research and my experience as a clinical psychologist.
You’ll learn why understanding yourself matters, how it leads to greater happiness, purpose, and self-confidence, as well as actionable steps to build deeper self-awareness and self-fidelity.
For more on psychology and personal growth, get my book here: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear
I’m creating a workshop to help you date and connect with confidence — tell me what you want me to cover: https://forms.gle/MUBu4MqMGcPsqNMDA
Optimize your social and psychological health with my newsletter: https://drthomassmithyman.beehiiv.com.
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
How Society Trained You to Hate Your Own Reflection
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Have you ever stared at your reflection and thought, “If I could just fix this one thing, I’d finally feel confident”? This video aims to help with that.
I’m creating a workshop to help you date and connect with confidence — tell me what you want me to cover: https://forms.gle/MUBu4MqMGcPsqNMDA
If insecurity has held you back from connecting with others, this book might help: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear
Optimize your social and psychological health with my newsletter: https://drthomassmithyman.beehiiv.com.
Friday Jan 02, 2026
How To Be Naturally Charismatic (Even If You're Quiet)
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Ever worry you’re too quiet to be charismatic? This video will help with that.
For more on psychology and social interaction, you can get my book here: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear
I’m creating a workshop to help you date and connect with confidence — tell me what you want me to cover: https://forms.gle/MUBu4MqMGcPsqNMDA
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Mental Fatigue (Why You’re Always Tired, According to Psychology)
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Learn 4 psychology-backed pathways to actually recharge.
For more on psychology and dating, you can get my book here: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear
Optimize your social and psychological health with my newsletter: https://drthomassmithyman.beehiiv.com.


