10 Life Skills You Were Never Taught (From a Psychiatrist)

In this video, psychiatrist Dr. Raj Persaud shares TEN practical psychological skills that can make everyday life easier — skills many of us were never formally taught. From how to say “no” and stop worrying, to how to start better conversations and negotiate more effectively, these are tools drawn from real clinical experience. These insights aren’t theory — they’re the same strategies Dr. Persaud has discussed with patients, students, and professionals over decades of practice. What you’ll learn: 00:45 What does it mean when someone says I love you 03:40 The great sex secret 06:18 The triangular theory of love 09:13 The art of negotiation 14:16 How to stop worrying 18:00 How to start a conversation 20:33 How to end a conversation 22:29 How to say no 25:05 How to say yes 26:49 How to lose weight