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By David Tian, Ph.D.

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For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has coached tens of thousands of people from over 87 countries to achieve happiness and success in their dating and love lives.

Once a nerdy, skinny professor of Asian philosophy who couldn’t hold a conversation to save his life, David is now director of Aura Transformation Corp., and a world renowned dating and life coach. Dr. Tian has been featured in international media, including AX
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The True Meaning of Life - David Tian's Personal Journey (So Far)

The DTPHD PodcastJun 25, 2021

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The True Meaning of Life - David Tian's Personal Journey (So Far)

The True Meaning of Life - David Tian's Personal Journey (So Far)

Join David Tian on the “DTPHD Podcast” as we explore deep questions of meaning, success, truth, love, and the good life. For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has helped hundreds of thousands of people from over 87 countries find happiness, success, and fulfillment in their social, professional, and love lives. His presentations - whether keynotes, seminars, or workshops - leave clients with insights into their behavior, psychology, and keys to their empowerment. His training methodologies are the result of over a decade of coaching and education of thousands of students around the world. Join him on the “DTPHD Podcast” as he explores deep questions of meaning, success, truth, love, and the good life. Subscribe now. Show Notes: www.davidtianphd.com/dtphdpodcast/

Jun 25, 202112:31
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#31 Stop Being Needy in Life: How to Meet Your Own Needs for Connection in Healthier Ways | DTPHD Podcast
Apr 10, 202028:09
#30 How to Find Certainty in Uncertain Times w/ Henry Chong | DTPHD Podcast
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#29 Why Judging Isn’t Always Bad w/ Stefan Ravalli | DTPHD Podcast
Mar 27, 202036:08
#28 Gratitude Drives Out Fear (w/ Stefan Ravalli) | DTPHD Podcast
Mar 25, 202047:01
#27 The Practice of Practice: Mindful Training for Success & Happiness w/ Stefan Ravalli | DTPHD Podcast
Feb 21, 202035:07
#26 Physical Fitness & Lifestyle in Your Psychological Healing & Growth w/ Ted Ryce | DTPHD Podcast
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#25 How to Grow Out of Your Comfort Zone Naturally (w/ Stefan Ravalli) | DTPHD Podcast
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#24 Achievement v. Fulfillment. Significance v. Love. Instrumental v. Intrinsic | DTPHD Podcast
Dec 12, 201950:08
#23 Rewards of a Long-Term Relationship for a Masculine Man | DTPHD Podcast
Nov 07, 201946:08
#22 JOKER: The Persona, Shadow, & One-Down Narcissism - A Psychological Analysis | DTPHD Podcast
Oct 29, 201901:05:08
You're Probably A Bit F**k'ed (So Was I) & Here's What To Do About It: The Hidden Power of Recovery
Aug 13, 201902:08:11
Good v. Evil, Light v. Dark Triad, PUAs & Red Pill: Morality in the Survival of the Fittest
Jul 15, 201901:33:18
#21 How To Get Yourself To Take Action (w/Henry Chong) | DTPHD Podcast
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Values, Virtues, Vice, and Dating: Ethics as the Missing Link to Love, Happiness, & the Good Life
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#20 How Enlightened Hypocrisy is the Key to Joy & Success (w/Stefan Ravalli) | DTPHD Podcast
Mar 22, 201932:53
"You Are Enough" - A Message To Achievers

"You Are Enough" - A Message To Achievers

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For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has coached tens of thousands of people from over 87 countries to achieve happiness and success in their dating and love lives.

Once a nerdy, skinny professor of Asian philosophy who couldn’t hold a conversation to save his life, David is now director of Aura Transformation Corp., and a world renowned dating and life coach. Dr. Tian has been featured in international media, including AXN, Cosmopolitan, Psychology Today, as well as co-hosting a radio show on national radio and a weekly dating advice column in a national newspaper in Singapore. Formerly a professor at the National University of Singapore, Dr. Tian is actively researching, speaking, and publishing in the areas of philosophy and psychology.

Show Notes: www.davidtianphd.com/dtphdpodcast/
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#18 Mindfulness or Mantra Meditation: What’s the Difference? | DTPHD Podcast
Sep 18, 201845:48
The #1 Secret to Happiness | David Tian, Ph.D.
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#16 How The Vantage Point of Trust Helps You Succeed | DTPHD Podcast
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#15 What Limits Your Development? The Invisible Asymptotes of Your Life | DTPHD Podcast
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#1 Is Love Enough? Why Passionate Love Becomes Toxic

#1 Is Love Enough? Why Passionate Love Becomes Toxic

Most of the world has idealized "love" as the solution to all life's problems, but their lives are still messed up because they lack a clear, realistic, and accurate understanding of what "love" actually is, where it comes from, and what it does.

This is the first part in a multi-part series called, "The Secret for a Successful Relationship." For complimentary access to the rest of the video series, click here and register:
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For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has helped hundreds of thousands of people from over 87 countries find happiness, success, and fulfillment in their social, professional, and love lives. His presentations - whether keynotes, seminars, or workshops - leave clients with insights into their behavior, psychology, and keys to their empowerment. His training methodologies are the result of over a decade of coaching and education of thousands of students around the world. Join him in this special seminar series as he
Aug 29, 201801:08:39
#4 Modern Mating Explained: The Achiever, Pleaser, Rebel, Recluse Neurotic Relationship Strategies

#4 Modern Mating Explained: The Achiever, Pleaser, Rebel, Recluse Neurotic Relationship Strategies

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For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has coached tens of thousands of people from over 87 countries to achieve happiness and success in their dating and love lives.

Once a nerdy, skinny professor of Asian philosophy who couldn’t hold a conversation to save his life, David is now director of Aura Transformation Corp., and a world renowned dating and life coach. Dr. Tian has been featured in international media, including AXN, Cosmopolitan, Psychology Today, as well as co-hosting a radio show on national radio and a weekly dating advice column in a national newspaper in Singapore. Formerly a professor at the National University of Singapore, Dr. Tian is actively researching, speaking, and publishing in the areas of philosophy and psychology.
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#3 Modern Mating Explained: Narcissism & Codependency, The 3 Big Myths Of Charisma Coaching

#3 Modern Mating Explained: Narcissism & Codependency, The 3 Big Myths Of Charisma Coaching

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For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has coached tens of thousands of people from over 87 countries to achieve happiness and success in their dating and love lives.

Once a nerdy, skinny professor of Asian philosophy who couldn’t hold a conversation to save his life, David is now director of Aura Transformation Corp., and a world renowned dating and life coach. Dr. Tian has been featured in international media, including AXN, Cosmopolitan, Psychology Today, as well as co-hosting a radio show on national radio and a weekly dating advice column in a national newspaper in Singapore. Formerly a professor at the National University of Singapore, Dr. Tian is actively researching, speaking, and publishing in the areas of philosophy and psychology.
Aug 29, 201801:05:33
#1 David Tian & Henry Chong On How To Be Happy, Wealthy, & Wise | DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201847:39
#2 Relationship Communication Tips And Why They Don’t Matter Much | DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201823:50
#3 Status, Status Anxiety, Success & Life Fulfillment: How Are They All Related? | DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201849:39
#4 Motivation, Discipline, Drive, Success – What’s the Truth? | DTPHD Podcast with Henry Chong
Aug 29, 201838:19
#7 Why the Android Approach to Life & Learning Is the Biggest Problem | DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201825:58
#6 Principles vs. How-to Tactics | DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201834:27
#10 Personas, Radical Feminism, & Men's Anger | DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201857:23
#9 The Right Way To Think About Your Goals | DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201826:07
#12 You are a Hotel A Powerful Metaphor for Dating and Relationship Success DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201840:16
#11 Masculine - Feminine Polarity, Energy, & Gender Identity| DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201854:33
#14 The Key To Focus: The Power Of Your Primary Question | DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201844:44
#13 Has #Metoo Become Toxic? Thoughts on Tony Robbins, Aziz Ansari, & The Aims Of #Metoo | DTPHD Podcast
Aug 29, 201801:13:00
#1 Practical Psychology for Extraordinary Living: Toxic Shame & The Courage of Vulnerability
Aug 29, 201801:11:53
#2 Practical Psychology for Extraordinary Living: Neurosis, Your Inner Child, & Grief Work
Aug 29, 201801:06:44
#1 The Meaning of Life & Death: On Becker's "Denial of Death"

#1 The Meaning of Life & Death: On Becker's "Denial of Death"

"The Meaning of Life & Death" is a special seminar series inspired by Ernest Becker's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, "Denial of Death." The series comes from footage taken during a day-long session from an Aura Mastermind gathering in New York City. This seminar series explores the themes of life purpose, the meaning of life, the search for immortality, and the significance of death in human psychology and cultures. For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has helped hundreds of thousands of people from over 87 countries find happiness, success, and fulfillment in their social, professional, and love lives. His presentations - whether keynotes, seminars, or workshops - leave clients with insights into their behavior, psychology, and keys to their empowerment. His training methodologies are the result of over a decade of coaching and education of thousands of students around the world. Subscribe now :) Show Notes: www.davidtianphd.com/dtphdpodcast/
Aug 29, 201853:02
#2 The Meaning of Life & Death: On Becker's "Denial of Death"

#2 The Meaning of Life & Death: On Becker's "Denial of Death"

"The Meaning of Life & Death" is a special seminar series inspired by Ernest Becker's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, "Denial of Death." The series comes from footage taken during a day-long session from an Aura Mastermind gathering in New York City. This seminar series explores the themes of life purpose, the meaning of life, the search for immortality, and the significance of death in human psychology and cultures. For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has helped hundreds of thousands of people from over 87 countries find happiness, success, and fulfillment in their social, professional, and love lives. His presentations - whether keynotes, seminars, or workshops - leave clients with insights into their behavior, psychology, and keys to their empowerment. His training methodologies are the result of over a decade of coaching and education of thousands of students around the world. Subscribe now :) Show Notes: www.davidtianphd.com/dtphdpodcast/
Aug 29, 201801:04:36
#3 The Meaning of Life & Death: On Becker's "Denial of Death"

#3 The Meaning of Life & Death: On Becker's "Denial of Death"

"The Meaning of Life & Death" is a special seminar series inspired by Ernest Becker's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, "Denial of Death." The series comes from footage taken during a day-long session from an Aura Mastermind gathering in New York City. This seminar series explores the themes of life purpose, the meaning of life, the search for immortality, and the significance of death in human psychology and cultures. For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has helped hundreds of thousands of people from over 87 countries find happiness, success, and fulfillment in their social, professional, and love lives. His presentations - whether keynotes, seminars, or workshops - leave clients with insights into their behavior, psychology, and keys to their empowerment. His training methodologies are the result of over a decade of coaching and education of thousands of students around the world. Subscribe now :) Show Notes: www.davidtianphd.com/dtphdpodcast/
Aug 29, 201856:52
#4 The Meaning of Life & Death: On Becker's "Denial of Death"

#4 The Meaning of Life & Death: On Becker's "Denial of Death"

"The Meaning of Life & Death" is a special seminar series inspired by Ernest Becker's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, "Denial of Death." The series comes from footage taken during a day-long session from an Aura Mastermind gathering in New York City. This seminar series explores the themes of life purpose, the meaning of life, the search for immortality, and the significance of death in human psychology and cultures. For over a decade, David Tian, Ph.D., has helped hundreds of thousands of people from over 87 countries find happiness, success, and fulfillment in their social, professional, and love lives. His presentations - whether keynotes, seminars, or workshops - leave clients with insights into their behavior, psychology, and keys to their empowerment. His training methodologies are the result of over a decade of coaching and education of thousands of students around the world. Subscribe now :) Show Notes: www.davidtianphd.com/dtphdpodcast/
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"You're just an ANT!" he said - How Not To Be Intimidated By Those You Want To Impress
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Goodness over Pleasure | David Tian, Ph.D.
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