Gordon Flett

Mentioned in 8 analyzed podcast episodes across 2 shows

A psychologist at York University who is a leading global expert on the concept of "mattering"—the psychological experience of feeling seen and significant. His decades of research focus on mattering, loneliness, and the mental health impacts of feeling invisible, as well as perfectionism. He is frequently featured as a primary expert on podcasts exploring human flourishing and psychological well-being.

Appears On

Passion Struck with John R. Miles Hidden Brain

Episode Appearances

Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Apr 2, 2026

The Hidden System Keeping You Burned Out (It’s Not You) | Corinne Low - EP 749

“Discussed concept of 'anti-mattering' as root cause of loneliness, burnout, hopelessness, and rising anxiety”

The Squeeze: Peak Demands and Limited ResourcesInvisible Deals in Careers and RelationshipsPersonal Utility Function and Life Design

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Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Mar 27, 2026

Social Media Addiction: Why You Feel You Don’t Matter | John R. Miles - EP 747

“Coined term 'anti-mattering' to describe algorithmic signals that users' authentic selves are errors requiring correction”

Social Media Addiction DesignAlgorithmic Engagement TargetsMental Health Harms of Social Media

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Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Mar 5, 2026

The Science of Opening Up: The Hidden Cost of Under Sharing | Dr. Leslie John - EP 737

“Canadian researcher who connected loneliness to anti-mattering; work cited on relationship between vulnerability and well-being”

Self-disclosure and vulnerability in leadershipPsychological safety in workplace environmentsGender socialization and emotional expression

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Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 24, 2026

How to Make Your Child Feel Seen: The Science of Mattering | Gordon Flett – EP 733

“Leading researcher on mattering; spent decades studying anti-mattering, loneliness, and psychological impact of feeling insignificant”

Anti-mattering and psychological pain correlationDouble jeopardy (loneliness + insignificance)Unbearable insignificance as psychological condition

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Hidden Brain · Feb 23, 2026

Do You Feel Invisible?

“Psychologist at York University studying mattering and conditions needed for human flourishing; primary expert throughout episode”

Psychological concept of mattering and anti-matteringSocial isolation and loneliness as public health epidemicDepression and mental health linked to feeling invisible

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Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 20, 2026

The Mattering Mirror: How to Rewire Your Worth Today | John R. Miles - EP 732

“Preeminent global expert on mattering and perfectionism epidemic; featured as capstone guest for launch day episode”

Social Media Addiction and Platform Design EthicsIntrinsic vs. Extrinsic Worth and Self-ValidationPerfectionism Epidemic and Mental Health Crisis

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Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 19, 2026

Bonded by Evolution: How Attraction Really Works | Paul Eastwick - EP 731

“Leading expert on mattering; returning guest for upcoming Passion Struck episode on perfectionism and worth”

Evolutionary Psychology and Mating BehaviorAttachment Theory in Romantic RelationshipsDating App Design and Relationship Formation

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Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 12, 2026

How to Flourish: The Art of Building Aliveness and Meaning | Daniel Coyle – EP 728

“Researcher who developed concept of anti-mattering and its effects on presence and psychological withdrawal”

Flourishing vs. High PerformancePsychological Safety and MatteringRelational Attention Systems

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