No one gets through life without encountering adversity. But many people survive terrible things without lasting trauma. George Bonanno, PhD, talks about how humans cope with extreme life events, the factors that lead to resilience in the face of adversity, and how cultivating cognitive flexibility can help us handle difficult times.
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Encore -- Why we choose to suffer, with Paul Bloom, PhD
Why do people like to watch scary movies or listen to sad songs? Why do we run marathons and raise children, even though both of those pursuits come with struggle and pain? Paul Bloom, PhD, discusses why suffering is linked to meaning in life, the connection between pleasure and ... Show More
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Jul 30
Encore -- Why is it so hard for adults to make friends? With Marisa Franco, PhD
As an adult, making new friends—and maintaining old friendships—can be tough. Life is busy and friends end up taking a backseat to other relationships and responsibilities. Marisa Franco, PhD, psychologist and friendship expert, talks about how to make new friends and strengthen ... Show More
32m 14s
Jul 23
What the movies get right (and wrong) about relationships, with Paul Eastwick, PhD, and Eli Finkel, PhD
For many of us, movies offer our earliest lessons in love and help shape our expectations about what romance and relationships might look like. Relationship researchers Paul Eastwick, PhD, and Eli Finkel, PhD, are cohosts of the podcast “Love Factually,” where they use psychology ... Show More
38m 47s
Apr 2025
BECOME MENTALLY TOUGH - Powerful Motivational Speech | Eric Thomas
BECOME MENTALLY TOUGH! With mental toughness, we can overcome obstacles, stay committed to our goals, and keep moving forward, no matter how difficult the journey may be. It empowers us to stay calm in stressful situations and bounce back stronger, making it a key trait for perso ... Show More
18m 12s
Mar 2025
3526: Overcoming Adversity: 4 Step to Thrive During Hard Times by Brian Tracy on Personal Growth
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3526:Brian Tracy shares powerful strategies for overcoming adversity and turning challenges into opportunities for growth. B ... Show More
11m 20s
Oct 2024
#622: How To Never Give Up: Building Mental Toughness in 3 Steps
Do you want to know the secret to overcoming any obstacle that comes your way? It's not talent, luck, or resources - it's GRIT, or mental toughness! In this podcast, I'm coaching on the power of grit and how it can help you develop the resilience and determination you need to ach ... Show More
32m 30s
Aug 2
3688: Ways to Maintain a Positive Attitude, Even When Stressed by Brian Tracy on Personal Growth and Resilience
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3688: Brian Tracy explains how adopting a positive attitude in the face of setbacks is a key skill for personal growth and ... Show More
9m 29s
Aug 2024
Do you know what you're capable of? Best Motivational Speeches
"The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places." — Ernest Hemingway Monday Motivation Newsletter: https://www.eddiepinero.com/newsletter Free Ebook: www.eddiepinero.com/ebook YouTube: www.eddiepinero.com/youtube In this episode, Eddie Pinero exp ... Show More
35m 13s
May 23
BECOME MENTALLY TOUGH - Powerful Motivation from Eric Thomas
You can find this speech and other great motivation on the Mindset App here: https://bit.ly/StudyMotivation_PodcastBECOME MENTALLY TOUGH! With mental toughness, we can overcome obstacles, stay committed to our goals, and keep moving forward, no matter how difficult the journey ma ... Show More
18m 47s
Oct 2024
3351: [Part 2] Secrets to a Less Stressful Life by Dr. Lisa Firestone of PsychAlive on Self Compassion
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3351:Dr. Lisa Firestone shares powerful strategies for reducing stress by shifting our perspective, practicing self-compassi ... Show More
11m 51s
Mar 2025
David Goggins – WHEN YOU FEEL BROKEN.. Keep Pushing Forward
David Goggins – WHEN YOU FEEL BROKEN.. Keep Pushing Forward
David Goggins when you feel broken, best motivational speech for tough times, how to push through pain and struggle, why failure is not the end, how to rebuild your life after setbacks, best motivation for mental streng ... Show More
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