logo
episode-header-image
Aug 2024
51m 51s

The Cure for Self-Importance

Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam
About this episode
When we meet new people, we’re often drawn to those with a commanding presence or a dazzling personality. But it turns out that a very different trait — humility — is important in the long term. This week, in the first of a two-part discussion, we talk with psychologist Daryl Van Tongeren about different kinds of humility, and how this overlooked quality can ... Show More
Up next
Jul 6
Waking Up Your Spiritual Brain: Part 2
Last week, we talked with psychologist Lisa Miller about the science of spirituality. Today, we explore what those ideas can look like in everyday life. Miller explains why moments of connection, spiritual practices, and even periods of suffering can sometimes open the door to de ... Show More
1h 33m
Jun 29
Waking Up Your Spiritual Brain: Part 1
Food, safety, and strong relationships are essential to our survival. Psychologist Lisa Miller says our brains also crave something else: transcendence. She suggests that spirituality is a universal human capacity, and that feeling connected to something larger than ourselves may ... Show More
50m 5s
Jun 22
Stepping Out of the Shadows
Why does one bad experience have the power to overshadow an otherwise good day? Psychologist Alison Ledgerwood explores the negativity bias, the deeply human tendency to hold on to what went wrong and overlook what went right. She explains why our minds are drawn to losses and th ... Show More
1h 28m
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2023
Increasing humility, suppressing negative thoughts and talking about mental health at work
Humility is a quality often associated with self-deprecation. But by championing our achievements while also acknowledging our weaknesses, we could see benefits in many areas of our lives – and even increase our attractiveness. Claudia Hammond hears about this research from Daryl ... Show More
28m 2s
Apr 2024
Healthy And Unhealthy Humility
<p>Some people are genuinely humble about their accomplishments, and others unconsciously use it to discredit their self-worth. </p> <p><strong>New to the podcast? </strong><em>Check out some of the most popular episodes from the past that collectively serve as the</em><a href="h ... Show More
3m 51s
Nov 2024
The Humbling Key to Happiness and Success
<p>Why is humility so powerful? In this episode, I’m tackling one of the most profound truths I’ve come to believe: no one really cares about you or me. I know that may sound harsh, but it’s actually freeing—and it’s a mindset that can lead to true happiness and success. I’ll be ... Show More
7m 51s
Oct 2018
108 - Humility is not what you think it is - The Positive Psychology Podcast
Turns out the way psychologists define humility differs from what the dictionary teaches you. Listen in to hear what humility is, what it's not, why it's useful, what researchers have learned about it and how women and men differ.  If you have an Amazon Alexa / Echo device please ... Show More
22m 9s
Aug 2022
The Power of Being Humble in a Narcissistic World & Where Stars Come From
Ever have a night where your dreams seem really vivid and maybe even disturbing? This episode begins by looking at the typical causes of really weird and vivid dreams. https://www.livestrong.com/article/13773031-vivid-dreams/ It may be a tough sell in our culture but being humble ... Show More
50m 31s
Mar 2024
How Practicing Humility Can Help You Win in Business and Life
<p>On today&#39;s episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I sit down with Alec Hanson of the Modern Lending Podcast! We chat about being accountable for your current business/life situation and how embracing humility can help you succeed in business and in life. Remember, humili ... Show More
46m 7s
Aug 2024
Why Humility is a Superpower & Celestial Wonders Explained - SYSK Choice
Have you ever had a really vivid or even disturbing dream? This episode begins with a look at what often causes very strange and vivid dreams. https://www.livestrong.com/article/13773031-vivid-dreams/ There are huge benefits to being humble. Humility can be an excellent and effec ... Show More
50m 32s
May 2025
292. The power of humility
Sometimes we just need to humble ourselves. We need to tell our ego to take a back seat and let ourselves fail, let ourselves be beginners, be bested, admit we were wrong and in today's episode I'm going to explain the exact psychological power of humility, including: The 3 diffe ... Show More
40m 33s
Nov 2023
The Art of Making a Lasting First Impression
<p><span data-sheets-value= "{"1":2,"2":"Unravel the art of real connection. In this episode, Darren dives into the true essence of first impressions, beyond just looking the part. Discover why authenticity reigns supreme and how treating people with true empathy can revolutioniz ... Show More
4m 30s
Oct 2023
The Human Resource - Where's the Humility?
<p>When was the last time you saw some sense of humility in an employee meeting or crucial conversation? The power of humility is being discounted and lost in the workplace and at all levels. In this episode Pandy reminds all of us the power of humility and the results of an hone ... Show More
13m 30s