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How self-actualization can help us transcend fear, anxiety & uncertainty + why some selfishness can actually be good for your mental health! (with Sco…
How self-actualization can help us transcend fear, anxiety & uncertainty + why some selfishness can actually be good for your mental health! (with Sco…
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51 minutes
Released:
Dec 2, 2020
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SHOW DESCRIPTION: There are a lot of books, talks, podcasts, movies and articles out there on reaching your full potential, but what does this actually mean? In this podcast I speak with humanistic psychologist and top podcast host Scott Barry Kaufman about the roadmap for finding purpose and fulfillment, the power of self-actualization, how to realize your full potential, why a little selfishness can be a good thing, and so much more!
Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-self-actualization-can-help-us-transcend-fear-anxiety-uncertainty-why-some-selfishness-can-actually-be-good-for-your-mental-health-with-scott-barry-kaufman
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PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
3:58 Why Maslow's hierarchy of needs is incomplete and the science of actualization
7:09 The failures of modern psychology and neuroscience
10:00 The characteristics of self-actualization
16:30 Why we need to choose growth, not fear
18:56 Why self-actualization is so important for our health and wellbeing
27:00 How to be happy with what you have
36:50 Why we all need to be a little selfish
45:36 The biggest struggles Scott has faced and how he overcame them
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app
-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources
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If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media!
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This episode is sponsored by
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Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.com
Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747
SHOW DESCRIPTION: There are a lot of books, talks, podcasts, movies and articles out there on reaching your full potential, but what does this actually mean? In this podcast I speak with humanistic psychologist and top podcast host Scott Barry Kaufman about the roadmap for finding purpose and fulfillment, the power of self-actualization, how to realize your full potential, why a little selfishness can be a good thing, and so much more!
Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-self-actualization-can-help-us-transcend-fear-anxiety-uncertainty-why-some-selfishness-can-actually-be-good-for-your-mental-health-with-scott-barry-kaufman
or more info on Scott & to get his book visit: https://scottbarrykaufman.com/
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:
-Ritual (My favorite multivitamin—simple, clean, and backed by science!): To get 10% off your first three months of Ritual multivitamins see: https://ritual.com/drleaf
-Public Goods (My preferred online goods store, which has everything you need, from natural cleaning products and foods to sustainable house goods). Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase. Just go to https://publicgoods.com/drleaf or use code DRLEAF at checkout.
-BiOptimizers (The best magnesium supplement for optimal mental and physical health!): Get up to 32% off and free shipping on select packages at: www.bioptimizers.com/drleaf
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
3:58 Why Maslow's hierarchy of needs is incomplete and the science of actualization
7:09 The failures of modern psychology and neuroscience
10:00 The characteristics of self-actualization
16:30 Why we need to choose growth, not fear
18:56 Why self-actualization is so important for our health and wellbeing
27:00 How to be happy with what you have
36:50 Why we all need to be a little selfish
45:36 The biggest struggles Scott has faced and how he overcame them
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app
-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources
-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/
-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf
-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf
-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf
If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media!
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This episode is sponsored by
· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Released:
Dec 2, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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Episode #10: Relationships and The Mind Part 1: In this episode I discuss how to improve and maintain successful relationships based on my research and understanding of the mind and neuroscience. For more info, check out my book WHO SWITCHED OFF YOUR BRAIN?: https://bit.ly/2Kcbq06 by CLEANING UP YOUR MENTAL MESS with Dr. Caroline Leaf