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David Robson is a British award-winning science writer specialising in medicine, psychology, and neuroscience. David's work has appeared in the Guardian, the Times, Wall Street Journal, and the Atlantic. He's worked as a features editor at New Scientist and as a senior journalist at the BBC. He's written a number of books, including The Intelligence Trap, The Expectation Effect, which won the British Psychological Society Book Award and his latest release, The Laws of Connection. We discuss the profound impact our expectations can have on every area of our lives and how we often underappreciate the value of connection and the effect that can have on ourselves and others.   LINKS   David's website https://davidrobson.me    Books on Amazon The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies That Will Transform Your Life The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life   The Mojo Sessions website www.themojosessions.com   The Mojo Sessions on Patreon www.patreon.com/TheMojoSessions Full transcripts of the show (plus time codes) are available on Patreon.   The Mojo Sessions on Facebook www.facebook.com/TheMojoSessions   Gary on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/gary-bertwistle   Gary on Twitter www.twitter.com/GaryBertwistle   The Mojo Sessions on Instagram www.instagram.com/themojosessions   If you like what you hear, we'd be grateful for a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Happy listening!   © 2025 Gary Bertwistle. All Rights Reserved.  

The Power of Rituals for Optimal PerformanceSummaryIn this episode of Present Influence, host John Ball explores the impact of rituals on presentation performance, inspired by David Robson's book, The Expectation Effect. John delves into the significance of setting positive expectations through rituals to achieve better outcomes. He shares his own pre-speaking routine and emphasizes the psychological boosts that rituals can offer. The episode also includes book recommendations and insights into how beliefs can shape longevity, health, and overall success. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Purpose00:11 The Power of Rituals01:27 Book Recommendation: The Expectation Effect02:44 Implementing Rituals for Success05:04 The Luck Factor and Positive Beliefs06:38 Practical Tips for Presenters09:14 Upcoming Episodes and Final ThoughtsGo to presentinfluence.com to get your copy of my guide to building authority through podcast guesting and for speaking enquiries or connect with me on LinkedInThanks for listening and please give the show a 5* review if you enjoyed it.

Welcome to Part 2 of our in-depth review of Grant Bosnick's 'Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership.' In this episode, we delve into the significance of hydration for brain health, discovering 'aha' moments through creative insights, and the influential power of expectations on our well-being and success. We also explore the neuroscience behind staying mentally strong and regulate emotions effectively through improved sleep patterns. Join us as we unravel these fascinating research-backed strategies to enhance your self-leadership skills. Welcome back to SEASON 13 of The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning and emotional intelligence training for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, an author, and an educator with a passion for learning and launched this podcast 6 years ago with the goal of bringing ALL the leading experts together (in one place) to help us to APPLY this research in our daily lives. And we will now resume PART 2 of our 4-PART review, to sum up last year, 2024, and our entire year studying one book, Grant Bosnick's “Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership: A Bite Size Approach Using Psychology and Neuroscience” that we first dove into with our interview on EP #321[i] the end of January 2024. The goal was that each week, we focused on learning something new, (from Grant's book) tied to the most current neuroscience research, that builds off the prior week, to help take us to greater heights this year. It honestly shocked me that this series took the entire year.  Last week, we began with PART 1[ii] and the first 5 chapters of the book. Today we will review chapters 6-9 of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership. ((On today's EPISODE #356 PART 2 of our review of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, we will cover)): ✔ EP 327 Chapter 6[iii] “The Hydrated Brain” ✔ EP 330 Chapter 7[iv]“Aha Moments, Creative Insights/the Brain” ✔ EP 333 Chapter 8[v] “Exploring the Power of Expectations” ✔ EP 335 Chapter 9[vi] “The Neuroscience Behind Staying Strong and Clear-Headed” If you have not yet taken the leadership self-assessment, or if you would like to re-take it to see if the results are different for you than last year, you can click the link here to find the quick test.   Self-Assessment Results 2024 vs 2025 I re-took the assessment for 2025, and did notice some similarities and some differences. See what you notice about yourself. I noticed that pathways 2 and 3 are my high areas of focus this year, and that I can drop pathway 6 from my focus. What about you? If you have a few minutes to spare, take this leadership self-assessment again, and see if you notice any changes in yourself for 2025. Did any of your pathways of focus shift since last year? REMEMBER: We are either moving forward into growth, or backwards to safety. (Abraham Maslow). EP 327 Chapter 6 “The Hydrated Brain”   For this episode, I remember wondering how on the earth can we narrow the focus of this topic of health and wellness that Bosnick covers thoroughly in Chapter 6? Dr. Peter Attia[vii], a Canadian-American physician, known for his medical practice that focuses on the science of longevity, says that “exercise might be the most potent “drug” we have for extending the quality and perhaps quantity of our years of life.” He created a rule that he thought would help narrow this focus and it was called “Attia's Rule”[viii] where he suggests that can't even talk about this topic, unless you have reached a certain level of health yourself. I agree, as this is one area we have been focused on this podcast, and I notice that as I strengthen one area, I lose sight of another. It's an ongoing quest for balance, and I wouldn't say I've mastered the balance yet. We dove deep into Attia's Rule on our EP back in October 2022, “Using Neuroscience to Improve Fitness, Longevity and Overall Health.”[ix] Dr. Attia says that nutrition and health arguments are a waste of your time until you've completed a certain set of criteria. He says don't bother defending this topic unless you can: Dead hang for a minute (try this! I honestly thought I was going to die when I did this 2 years ago). I'm not sure I could do it today with the signs of osteoporosis showing up in my fingers (and noticeable when I type). Wall sit for two minutes. (This wasn't difficult for me the fact that I regularly hit the hiking trails). Have a VO2 max of at least 75th percentile for your age group. (Mine is showing 37 right now which was the same as it was in 2022. Interesting that I'm hiking less these days, but have kept the same VO2 max). I think it's important to notice just how vast this topic of health and wellness really is. We mentioned the Top 6 Health Staples[x] on our last episode, that we created back in 2020 when our podcast took a turn towards mental and physical health and wellness, (that we just can't escape) and I wasn't surprised to see Stanford Professor Dr. Andrew Huberman post on Twitter/X that he would like to see a Superbowl Commercial promoting healthy habits. The time for mental and physical health is here, and we cannot deny the connection between the two. We met Dr. Bruce Perry on EP 168[xi] where we dove into his famous book What Happened to You, that he co-authored with Oprah, and the last Kindle book I purchased was Gabor Mate's When the Body Says No: The Hidden Costs of Stress[xii] When I look back at why I chose to highlight “The Hydrated Brain” I honestly think it was because this topic is so vast. Hydration is something that might be emphasized with athletes, but it wasn't something anyone had emphasized with me (unless they were connected to the sports world). To narrow this topic of health and wellness down a bit, did YOU know that keeping our brain hydrated helps us with: Improving concentration and cognition Helping to balance our mood and emotions Maintaining a good memory Boosting our brain's reaction time Increasing blood flow and oxygen to the brain Preventing and relieving headaches Reducing stress Grant Bosnick shared with us in this chapter: “That our brain is 75% water and when our brain is functioning on a full reserve of water, we will be able to think faster, be more focused and experience greater clarity and creativity?” (Chapter 6, Bosnick). Grant reminds us that “everyone is unique and needs different amounts of water per day (but suggests) an adequate intake for men is roughly around 3 liters (100 fluid ounces) a day, (and) for women it's about 2.2 liters (74 fluid ounces) a day. What do you think? Could you improve your water intake? Just by thinking about ways to improve our brain health, we will over time begin to move the needle in the direction of physical health and wellness, which was the concept that Grant wanted us to uncover in Chapter 6. This is just one small idea, (in this HUGE topic) but if we can tackle one idea at a time, we will move in the direction of health and wellness. REVISIT THIS EPISODE TO REVIEW THIS CONCEPT IN DEPTH EP 330 Chapter 7 “Aha Moments, Creative Insights/the Brain” This pathway #3 came out as MEDIUM importance (orange score) for me, alongside mindfulness and flow last year, but this year, this is my second highest pathway of focus. Look to see where pathway 3 showed up for you last  year, and if it's different for you this year. What I loved about Grant Bosnick's book is that he opens up chapter 7 with a story of how insight was used by an organization to help solve the problem with the high number of babies that were dying within a month of their birth, specifically in developing countries.  This organization he wrote about, solved this specific problem using a thought process that took insight using “materials and human resources that could be used to address this issue” (Chapter 7, Bosnick) by building incubators made out of Toyota cars that were readily available in these developing areas. Instead of using their analytical mind and thinking “how do we get more incubators to these areas” someone on their team used insight and creativity to come up with the best solution to use the resources they had readily available to them, locally. So how do we think up these creative ideas? Grant asks us to ponder where we have our best ideas. In the shower? While exercising? At your desk while doing work? Just before falling asleep or waking up? While walking or hiking? While taking with a friend? Grant suggests that few people will come back with “at their desk while working” since this type of creativity involves breaking away from the analytical, thinking mind, and tapping into our “nonconscious” (Chapter 7, Bosnick) part of our brain. It was here I had to look deeper into how this type of thinking happens, and I found the fascinating book, The Eureka Factor: AHA Moments, Creative Insight and the Brain by John Kounios and Mark Beeman. If you want to dive deeper into the science behind insight and creativity, I highly suggest reading this book. I wanted to know HOW to create these “AHA” Moments at will, not by chance and this is what these two cognitive neuroscientists who wrote this book, set out to do. Their goal of writing this book was to “explain how these Eureka experiences happen—and how to have more of them to enrich our lives and empower personal and professional success.” (The Eureka Factor). In the very beginning pages of The Eureka Factor, we learn that “insight is creative” (Page 9, The Eureka Factor, Kounios and Beeman) and when the authors went on to define “what creativity is” they suggest to not define it (yet) since “everyone intuitively recognizes creativity when he or she sees it” (Page 9, The Eureka Factor, Kounios and Beeman). I thought back to when we covered “Improving Creativity” on PART 4 of The Silva Method[xiii] on ((“Improving Creativity and Innovation in our Schools, Sports and Modern Workplaces”)) and we tapped into Dr. Andrew Huberman's research on creativity here. Dr. Huberman explains that “when we see something that's truly creative, it reveals something to us about the natural world and about how our brains work….It must reveal something that surprises us” for it to be truly creative. So, going back to The Eureka Factor, John Kounios suggests that “creative insight is not an exotic type of thought reserved for the few. In fact, (he says) it's one of the few abilities that define our species….most humans—have insights. It's a basic human ability.” (Page 11, The Eureka Factor, Kounios and Beeman). While reading further into The Eureka Factor, I came across an image that helped to explain this idea so we can ALL improve our ability to generate new and creative insights that will empower our personal and professional lives. IMAGE CREDIT: The Eureka Factor (Kounios, Beeman) Page 24 If someone were to ask me “Where do I begin to improve my ability to create NEW insights in my life?” I would say, start here: STEP 1: Go somewhere quiet and think.  We've mentioned a few times on this podcast that “Every man has the natural and inherent power to think what he wants to think, but it requires more effort to do so”[xiv] (Wallace D. Wattles). I recently heard Professor Hod Lipson[xv] from Columbia University, speaking about the future with AI, and while his whole presentation was forward-thinking, eye opening and brilliant, what caught my attention the most was when he mentioned that while working with students with AI and robotics, the hardest part for them was to come up with a name for their robot, because he said “it takes a lot of effort to be creative.” Take the time needed for this process. STEP 2: You might think you are stuck, and like the image suggests in the show notes, you might see a brick wall in front of you, metaphorically speaking, but know that there is always a solution to every problem. You just haven't figured it out yet. It's here that I share ways I've moved past where I'm stuck, and that's by using The Silva Method. I'm reminded daily that many of our current listeners found us from the first episode we did with this 4-part series that ended with an episode on “How to Be More Creative and Innovative”. When you feel stuck, take a break. STEP 3: Keeping your mood positive, break away from where you feel stuck, and do something that makes you happy. It could be going for a walk, or a hike, or playing tennis like the image from The Eureka Factor. Just break away and divert your attention away from the problem. If you are in a meditative state, just be sure to have positive, elevated emotions flowing through you. Looking at the image in the show notes from The Eureka Factor, we see a person playing tennis. You can use whatever method you want here (The Silva Method of Meditation, your own mindfulness practice, going for a walk) or whatever it is for YOU where you access those feelings of calmness and peace. STEP 4: Be open to new ideas that might pop into your head. Be prepared for ideas that might be completely opposite to how you were originally thinking of solving the problem. We are all different here. Think back to the beginning of this episode, when Grant Bosnick asked us to consider where our creative ideas flow into our minds. Mine come in that time just before I go to sleep, or just as I'm waking up. Others might come in the shower, or while exercising. Be open to NEW ideas coming into your mind, and be ready to write them down. STEP 5: Know that there is much work going on from your unconscious mind. You'll will become more self-aware in this process. Grant Bosnick lists a few inventions that were developed this way, in chapter 7 on Insight, and I found an article that lists “Great Eureka Moments in History: From Issac Netwon to Sir Paul McCartney, (where) inspiration arrived suddenly”[xvi] to help these inventors move forward with their famous AHA Moments. I personally think it's amazing how we acquire wisdom. When we suddenly “see” something that escaped us for so long. I can only imagine the room from Grant Bosnick's opening story when that one person said “why don't we make incubators out of Toyota cars?” completely shifting what EVERYONE was thinking. We ended this EP with one of my favorite poems from Stewart Edward White who explains how AHA Moments of Learning can change us forever. He writes: “Curious how we acquire wisdom! Over and over again, the same truth is thrust under our very noses. We encounter it in action; we are admonished of it; we read it in the written word. We suffer the experience; we gradually assent to the advice; we approve, intellectually, the written word. But nothing happens inside us. Then, one day, some trivial experience or word or encounter stops us short. A gleam of illumination penetrates the depth of our consciousness. We see! Usually it is but a glimpse; but on rare occasions a brilliant flash reveals truth fully formed. And we marvel that this understanding has escaped us so long.” REVISIT THIS EPISODE TO REVIEW THIS CONCEPT IN DEPTH EP 333 Chapter 8 “Exploring the Power of Expectations” where we will dive into a topic that I mark as high importance in my life, right up with breathing. When I took my self-assessment last year, the topic of expectations showed up as low priority for me to focus. Not because it's not important to me, but because I've already made this topic of high importance. Expectations came out for me in the RED category, with a low score of 8% (last year) along with goals and time management, that I also put high importance with on a daily basis.  This year, pathway 1 came out as an area of MEDIUM focus for me, and I can tell right now, that the area I need to work on is “time management.” If you've taken the self-assessment, look to see if Expectations (in pathway 1) are of a low, medium or high priority for you to focus on this year. Before looking at Grant Bosnick's thoughts about the topic of expectations, where he begins chapter 8 by asking us “what did you expect?” I had to do some research first, to see what is already out in the world, and there was a lot out there, on the science behind expectations. DID YOU KNOW: That when our expectations are met or exceeded, this “increases our dopamine levels, which leads to increased happiness and well-being, which helps maximize our performance by setting up the conditions of flow and insight, which leads to more productivity and increased confidence?” (Chapter 8, Grant Bosnick) Conversely, did you know that “if our expectations are not met, that it dramatically decreases our dopamine levels, we feel disappointment and stress, resulting in poor performance and decreased confidence?” (Chapter 8, Grant Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 84/85). On the EP we went deep into the Science of Expectation, and we looked at a book by David Robson called The Expectation Effect where this author showed us how “our beliefs, in themselves, shape your health and well-being in profound ways, and that learning to reset our expectations (about these issues) can have truly remarkable effects on our health, happiness and productivity.” (David Robson) SOME TIPS ON HOW TO USE THE NEUROSCIENCE OF EXPECTATIONS IN OUR DAILY LIFE: KNOW EXACTLY WHAT I'M EXPECTING (of myself and others): Understanding the science, helps me to keep my expectations tied to myself, and not others, to avoid disappointment and stress.  I expect to achieve my goals, (by putting in the necessary work) keep myself in good health (physical and mental) and will not just THINK about these expectations, but will do the hard work, take the action necessary to achieve them. This way, I'm not just “thinking” of what I expect to occur, I'm actually doing something with those thoughts. If I'm ever feeling “disappointed” with something in my life, a good question to ask is “what did you expect?” and see if I can backtrack to my thoughts. Was I using the science to flood my brain with dopamine, (with something within my control-that I could take action towards) or not. USE POSITIVE EXPECTATION TO BUILD RESILIENCE FOR A HEALTHIER VERSION OF MYSELF: Understanding the science behind our expectations, and especially David Robson's work, where we learned that “people with a more positive attitude towards their later years are less likely to develop (certain age-related diseases)” (David Robson, The Expectation Effect) making a strong case for expecting exceptional mental and physical health in the future. Again, it goes without saying that we can't just “think” ourselves into good health. We need to do the work here in order to expect results to occur. CONTINUE TO EXPECT GOOD THINGS (for myself and others) Knowing that “expectations and beliefs can influence—indeed are already influencing your life in many other surprising and powerful ways. (David Robson, The Expectation Effect) makes me believe in some of the rituals I've heard of over the years, like lucky charms. I learned from David Robson's The Expectation Effect, that “superstitions and rituals can boost perseverance and performance across a whole range of cognitive tasks, and (that) the advantages are often considerable.” (Page 198, The Expectation Effect). Whether you are a professional athlete, singer, public speaker, or someone like me who just wants improved results, there is a science to having a lucky charm, or something that brings you the promise of success, to help you to create a feeling of control during those high stress times we all face. Don't dismiss the power of a lucky rock with a goal written on it, or whatever it is that holds significance to you with your future goals, or something that has meaning to you, that you expect to occur in your future. REVISIT THIS EPISODE TO REVIEW THIS CONCEPT IN DEPTH EP 335 Chapter 9 “The Neuroscience Behind Staying Strong and Clear-Headed” Chapter 9, covering “The Neuroscience of Emotion Regulation” which showed up on my leadership self-assessment (in pathway 4 last year AND again this year) as a low, RED score, of 20%. This is not because it's not something I don't need to pay attention to, this is something I pay attention to daily, right up there with physical health that's also listed in Pathway Four of Grant's Self-Leadership Map. Look to see if Emotion Regulation (pathway 4) is of a low, medium or high priority for you to focus on this year. EMOTION REGULATION AND SLEEP: In a world where we are hit daily by external stimuli, how on the earth can we be proactive to stay mentally strong and clear-headed so we have improved executive control to manage our emotions and regulate them? This took me straight to the work of Dr. Andrew Huberman, and Dr. Matthew Walker who recorded an episode called “Improve Sleep to Boost Mood and Emotion Regulation.”[xvii] It was here where I learned just how important sleep is for keeping a strong, clear mind, so we can use this strength to acknowledge and regulate our emotions, like Bosnick suggested in chapter 9 of his book. Dr. Walker, a professor of neuroscience and psychology at the University of California, Berkeley and the host of The Matt Walker Podcast, gave example after example that proved that when you've NOT had a good night's sleep, things that wouldn't bother you (when you've slept well), begin to aggravate, or grate on you more. Here's what I found to be remarkable on this topic, something I had not ever heard before. DID YOU KNOW THAT “the greater amount of REM sleep you are getting, (where our dreams occur) the greater amount of emotional detox you will get the next day.” Matt Walker and Dr. Andrew Huberman. Dr. Walker went on to explain that “the brain chemical noradrenaline (that's responsible for our stress reaction) completely shuts off during REM sleep, and serotonin (that plays a role with our mood) decreases, while acetyl choline (that carries messages from our brain to our body through nerve cells) increases by up to 30% in some parts of the brain (and can be even more active than when we were awake).  Dr. Walker concluded that the decrease of stress related brain chemicals is what makes “REM sleep was the perfect condition for overnight therapy.” If we want to improve our emotion regulation, the science is pointing directly to improving our sleep. On this episode, we dove deep into the 4 stages of sleep and suggestions to improve our sleep is something I've been working on for the past 5 years. There is a lot to this, and I'm still working on improving ALL the macroingredients of a good sleep (suggested by Dr. Walker), that include QQRT, or knowing the quantity (amount of sleep), quality (fragmented vs continuous), regularity (sleeping/waking around the same time) and timing (sleeping in alignment with my chronotype).  Dr. Walker explains these areas with Dr. Huberman, and if you do wonder where you can improve, I highly suggest their 6-part series on sleep. TIPS FOR IMPROVING EMOTION REGULATION BY IMPROVING OUR SLEEP: Here are three tips that I took away from the neuroscience of self-regulation, that I've been working on, to see if improving my sleep in these areas, could possibly improve emotion regulation. 1. KNOW HOW MUCH DEEP RESTORATIVE SLEEP WE ARE GETTING EACH NIGHT:  We all know the importance of knowing how much sleep we are getting to be well-rested the next day, (how many hours or the quantity) but it's also important to keep an eye on the QUALITY or amount of DEEP RESTORATIVE sleep we are getting each night. When I looked at the graphic I included when I wrote this EP back in June 2024, using the WHOOP wearable tracker, I can tell you that with focus and effort in this area, I've been able to improve the number of hours of restorative sleep I was getting last year, to this year, by 14%, hitting most nights with sufficient restorative sleep. Do you know how many hours of restorative sleep you are getting each night? 2. KNOW HOW MUCH REM SLEEP WE ARE GETTING: Keeping an eye on how much REM sleep we getting, is my next tip, since we know it's important for consolidating new memories, learning and motor skills. We also just learned that the more REM sleep we are getting, we can say we are getting some good overnight therapy, restoring ourselves mentally. You can find sleep trackers that can help you to measure and track these important ingredients of a good sleep for yourself, and see how much REM sleep you are getting each night, while keeping in mind that “the greater amount of REM sleep you are getting, the greater amount of emotional detox you will get the next day.” (Dr. Walker) Remember, we are working on ways to help with our emotion regulation, and it seems to me, that an easy way to do this, would be to see how we can improve our REM sleep.   3. APPLY THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP TO IMPROVE EMOTION REGULATION: Since “during REM sleep the stress chemicals are turned off” helping us to “strip away the emotion from the memory” we can take this understanding a step further, and see if we are able to solve any of our problems during sleep. Dr. Huberman and Dr. Walker went into great detail about this concept[xviii] that I've actually witnessed first-hand. They described what happens in REM sleep to be like “Behavior-Desensitization” and I had the opportunity to see the stages of this process, done by someone skilled and trained in trauma and the brain, working with someone I know well, who has experiences significant trauma in their life, starting at an early age. Using a series of techniques, the trained therapist took the client safely from talking about a traumatic memory from their childhood, (with extreme emotion attached) to where they could say out loud that the memory had lost its emotional load and no longer gave them an emotional reaction. This is exactly what happens to our brain during REM sleep and why it's mentally restorative. Putting these tips all together, and knowing that improving the quality, and quantity of sleep is linked to improving emotion regulation, I'm working hard to improve restorative sleep and REM sleep, each month.  It's all just a balancing act, though, and working on one part of our health at a time. REVISIT THIS EPISODE TO REVIEW THIS CONCEPT IN DEPTH REVIEW and CONCLUSION: To review and conclude this week's episode #356 on PART 2 of our review of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, we covered a review of the strategies that can help us to implement each concept, from chapters 6, 7, 8, and 9. ✔ EP 327 Chapter 6[xix] “The Hydrated Brain” ✔ EP 330 Chapter 7[xx]“Aha Moments, Creative Insights/the Brain” ✔ EP 333 Chapter 8[xxi] “Exploring the Power of Expectations” ✔ EP 335 Chapter 9[xxii] “The Neuroscience Behind Staying Strong and Clear-Headed” While listening to each episode can be a helpful review, so can revisiting your leadership self-assessment to see what might have changed for you this year from last. I hope this review of chapters 6-9 of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership have helped you to think of NEW ways of thinking and taking the necessary action, that will drive you towards whatever it is that you are working on this year. With that thought, I do want to thank you for tuning in, and we will see you next time, with a review of the next 4 chapters. See you next time. REFERENCES: [i] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #321 with Grant ‘Upbeat' Bosnick  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/insights-from-grant-upbeat-bosnick/   [ii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #355 Mastering Self-Leadership REVIEW PART 1 (Grant Bosnick) https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/mastering-self-leadership-with-neuroscience/   [iii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #327 “The Hydrated Brain” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/neuroscience-meets-social-and-emotional-learning-podcast-episode-327-recap/   [iv] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #330 “AHA Moments, Creative Insights and the Brain”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/understanding-self-leadership-and-the-neuroscience-of-goals/   [v] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #333 “Exploring the Power of Expectations” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/exploring-the-power-of-expectations-in-episode-333/   [vi]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #335 “The Neuroscience Behind Being Strong and Clear Headed” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/mastering-emotion-regulation-the-neuroscience-behind-staying-strong-and-clear-headed/   [vii] Peter Attia https://peterattiamd.com/   [viii] Attia's Rule https://miloandthecalf.com/2023/02/08/the-attia-rule-some-tests-of-strength-for-longevity/#:~:text=Awhile%20back%20longevity%20expert%20Peter,a%20person%20fit%20for%20longevity.   [ix]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast “Using Neuroscience to Improve Fitness, Longevity and Overall Health.”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-on-using-neuroscience-to-improve-fitness-longevity-and-overall-health/   [x] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast BONUS EPISODE Recorded for Podbean's Wellness Week “The Top 5 Health Staples” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-a-deep-dive-into-the-top-5-health-staples-and-review-of-seasons-1-4/   [xi]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EP 168 “Dr. Bruce Perry and Steve Graner: What Happened to You?”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/dr-bruce-perry-and-steve-graner-from-the-neurosequential-network-on-what-we-should-all-know-about-what-happened-to-you/   [xii] Gabor Mate When the Body Says No: Understanding the Stress-Disease Connection Published https://www.amazon.com/When-Body-Says-No-Hidden/dp/178504222X   [xiii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 264 “The Neuroscience Behind The Silva Method: Improving Creativity and Innovation in our Schools, Sports and Modern Workplaces”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-neuroscience-behind-the-silva-method-improving-creativity-and-innovation-in-our-schools-sports-and-modern-workplaces/   [xiv] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 315 “Thinking and Acting in This Certain Way PART 2 Review of Wallace D. Wattles The Science of Getting Rich book https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/part-2-review-of-wallace-d-wattles-the-science-of-getting-rich-on-chapter-4-thinking-and-acting-in-a-certain-way/   [xv] https://www.me.columbia.edu/faculty/hod-lipson   [xvi] “Great Eureka Moments in History: From Issac Netwon to Sir Paul McCartney, inspiration arrived suddenly” by Dan Falk, Published September 2, 2005 https://magazine.utoronto.ca/research-ideas/culture-society/great-eureka-moments-in-history-famous-inspirational-moments/   [xvii] Dr. Matt Walker: Improve Sleep to Boost Mood & Emotional Regulation | Huberman Lab Guest Series  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_SrHS8FvMM   [xviii] Dr. Matt Walker: Improve Sleep to Boost Mood & Emotional Regulation | Huberman Lab Guest Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_SrHS8FvMM   [xix]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #327 “The Hydrated Brain” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/neuroscience-meets-social-and-emotional-learning-podcast-episode-327-recap/   [xx] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #330 “AHA Moments, Creative Insights and the Brain”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/understanding-self-leadership-and-the-neuroscience-of-goals/   [xxi] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #333 “Exploring the Power of Expectations” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/exploring-the-power-of-expectations-in-episode-333/   [xxii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #335 “The Neuroscience Behind Being Strong and Clear Headed” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/mastering-emotion-regulation-the-neuroscience-behind-staying-strong-and-clear-headed/  

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Hey friends, it's Amy! I can't wait to dive into today's conversation with you because this one has the potential to completely shift the way you see your life. Have you ever stopped to think about how much your expectations shape your reality? Let me tell you, it's bigger than you think.Inspired by the book The Expectation Effect and my own experiences, this episode is all about recognizing the power of your beliefs and learning how to raise your expectations to align with the life you want to live. Whether you've been knocked down by setbacks, feel stuck in your current situation, or just need a little encouragement to dream big again—this is for you.Here's the truth: Your expectations are the guideposts of your life. It's time to raise them, step out in faith, and believe that something incredible is waiting for you. Let's do this!In This Episode, We'll Talk About:The science behind expectations and why your brain works as a “prediction agent.”How your beliefs can influence everything from your health to your success.The lessons I've learned about expectations through my own challenges.Simple ways to shift your mindset and set the bar higher for yourself.Why your words and thoughts matter more than you realize (and how to change them).Connect With Us:Website: https://www.youaremore.comFree Download: 5 Steps to Win Through AdversitySocial Media: Follow us on Facebook and InstagramEmail: amy@amywienands.comEpisode Minute By Minute:0:00 – Let's kick things off with a powerful story about expectations from John Maxwell.1:30 – Thrive Women's Conference is coming! Join us January 11, 2025.2:30 – How your brain searches for what you expect—and why it's so important to set the right ones.5:00 – A wild study about hotel workers, health, and the power of belief.7:30 – My personal story: When expectations felt impossible to hold onto.10:00 – Warning: Low expectations lead to low results. Let's break that cycle.13:00 – Future pacing: How I teach my kids to dream big and live boldly.16:00 – Quick tip: Replace limiting beliefs with empowering truths.18:00 – You are more. You were made for more. Let's raise our expectations together.Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more!

Send us a textHi everyone! Thanks for joining me this week while I share with you my take on the Expectation Effect and give you the opportunity to consider how it is shaping your lifeAs I mentioned, I have just ventured into the world of YouTube and I would love if you would come and subscribe to my channel! Here is the link https://www.youtube.com/@empowerstatepodcast/videosThe doors to the Empower State Membership are now open and we already have masterclasses and Q&As which are now available on the replay so come and join us! Here is the Monthly Membership link ... https://empower-state.circle.so/checkout/empower-state-membership-monthlyAnd here is the Annual Membership with monthly 1:1 coaching calls … (Only a couple of spaces left!) https://empower-state.circle.so/checkout/empower-state-membership-with-11If you found this episode useful I would be eternally grateful for an apple review! Thank you so much to those of you who take the time to do this, it makes such a huge difference to the podcast and let's me reach more people so every one counts and makes my day! Have a beautiful week. Soph xxxSupport the show

In this episode, Dr. Jessica Steier and Dr. Sarah Scheinman investigate the widespread myth that sugar causes ADHD and hyperactivity. The scientists trace the origins of this belief, including the influential Feingold diet, and examine scientific studies that challenge the purported link between sugar and hyperactive behavior. They explore sugar's biological effects on the brain, discuss the concept of addiction in relation to sugar, and consider the health consequences of excessive sugar consumption. Dr. Steier and Dr. Scheinman provide a balanced perspective on sugar intake, emphasizing the importance of moderation and informed dietary choices. This episode offers listeners valuable insights into the complex relationship between nutrition and behavior, debunking common misconceptions about sugar's impact on hyperactivity and ADHD. All our sources from this episode are available at: https://www.unbiasedscipod.com/episodes/ (00:00) Introduction  (03:30) Understanding Sugar and Its Impact (09:04) The Myth of Sugar and Hyperactivity (12:31) The Feingold Diet and Its Legacy (14:01) Meta-Analysis Findings on Sugar and Behavior (15:50) Expectation Effect and Environmental Factors (16:54) The Brain's Reward System and Sugar (19:54) Sugar Addiction: Myth or Reality? (21:49) Health Implications of Excess Sugar Intake (24:03) Homeostasis and Brain Health (26:50) Cerebral Small Vessel Disease and Sugar (30:45) The Balance of Sugar in Diet (33:49) Final Thoughts: Conclusion and Key Takeaways Interested in advertising with us? Please reach out to advertising@airwavemedia.com, with “Unbiased Science” in the subject line. PLEASE NOTE: The discussion and information provided in this podcast are for general educational, scientific, and informational purposes only and are not intended as, and should not be treated as, medical or other professional advice for any particular individual or individuals. Every person and medical issue is different, and diagnosis and treatment requires consideration of specific facts often unique to the individual. As such, the information contained in this podcast should not be used as a substitute for consultation with and/or treatment by a doctor or other medical professional. If you are experiencing any medical issue or have any medical concern, you should consult with a doctor or other medical professional. Further, due to the inherent limitations of a podcast such as this as well as ongoing scientific developments, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the information or analysis provided in this podcast, although, of course we always endeavor to provide comprehensive information and analysis. In no event may Unbiased Science or any of the participants in this podcast be held liable to the listener or anyone else for any decision allegedly made or action allegedly taken or not taken allegedly in reliance on the discussion or information in this podcast or for any damages allegedly resulting from such reliance. The information provided herein do not represent the views of our employers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can our expectations about ourselves and others reshape our lives? Science writer David Robson returns to explore how our expectations don't just change personal outcomes—they influence how we connect with others. Drawing from his books The Laws of Connection and The Expectation Effect, David reveals the hidden psychology behind social interactions and how our misconceptions about what others think can hold us back. Igor delves into how expectations can foster or hinder meaningful relationships, David explains how small mindset shifts can help overcome social anxiety, and Charles reflects on why connecting with strangers can be easier (and more rewarding) than we think. Welcome to Episode 59. Special Guest: David Robson.

Do you ever wonder if people like you as much as you like them? Have you missed out on connections because you thought you didn't leave a strong impression? In this episode, we sit down with science writer David Robson to discuss how curiosity can improve your connections – both personally and professionally. If you're ready to rethink how people view you and build your relationships, this episode is for you.   KEY TOPICS How to effectively give and receive compliments. Tactics to lead a group of people to be vulnerable. How to prevent your business culture from squashing community and curiosity. Ways to reframe limiting beliefs about yourself that are preventing your ability to build relationships.   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:44 I Didn't Know This About the Ultra-Wealthy 4:06 David Robson 11:41 Checking Your Biases 14:38 Want to be more curious? 17:57 How Not to be a Boring Businessperson 21:08 Vulnerability in Relationships 24:03 Do people like me? 30:58 Moving Past Smalltalk 36:01 Giving and Receiving Compliments 54:01 Decision-Making Tip for Business Owners 57:20 Key Takeaways 58:36 Producer Closing   CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠ Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn's ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram⁠: @sangersmith   Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast.   SANGER'S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠   SHAWN'S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠   MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.  LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠   SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:⁠ https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠      CONNECT WITH DAVID ROBSON Website: https://davidrobson.me/ X: @d_a_robson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-robson-5761791b/ David Robson is an award-winning science writer specializing in the extremes of the human brain, body and behavior.  After graduating with a degree in mathematics from Cambridge University, he worked as a features editor at New Scientist for five years, before moving to BBC Future, where he was a senior journalist for five years. His writing has also appeared in the Guardian, the Atlantic, Aeon, Men's Health and many more outlets. In 2021, David received awards from the Association of British Science Writers and the UK Medical Journalists' Association for his writing on misinformation and risk communication during the COVID pandemic, and in 2022, he was a finalist for the Best British Science Journalist of the Year Award.  David's first book, The Intelligence Trap, was published in 2019, and received worldwide media attention. His second book The Expectation Effect was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and won the British Psychological Society Book Award. His third book, The Laws of Connection, was published in June of 2024.

Have you ever left a conversation doubting whether the other person liked you?   You're not alone—it's called the Liking Gap. This week on Speak Like a CEO, Oliver Aust is joined by David Robson, author of the global bestsellers The Laws of Connection, The Expectation Effect, and The Intelligence Trap, and journalist and science writer for the BBC.  David reveals laws of human connection and the psychology behind the Liking Gap – why we underestimate how much others like us and how it impacts our personal and professional lives. The conversation unpacks the consequences of the Liking Gap at work, including how it affects feedback, collaboration, and productivity.  David also shares actionable strategies to overcome this bias, build stronger connections, have better conversations, and improve communication skills. By the end of this episode, you'll learn practical steps to overcoming self-doubt so you can build deeper relationships in life and work. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve the relationships in their lives and make new ones. If you're looking to connect with your audience, Oliver has a live Presentation Secrets Workshop coming up, so make sure you are subscribed to the Speak Like a CEO newsletter: https://www.eoipsocommunications.com/newsletter/

In this episode of The Evolving Leader podcast, co-hosts Jean Gomes and Scott Allender welcome back former guest science writer David Robson. David is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour. He has worked as editor of New Scientist and BBC Future, and his writing has been published in The Guardian, the Observer, the Washington Post and Atlantic and in 2022 was a finalist for the Best British Science Journalist of the year award. He has written three books including The Intelligence Trap (2019), The Expectation Effect (2022) for which he won a British Psychological Society Book Award and his latest book The Laws of Connection (2024).During this conversation David shares the importance of social connection for physical health and well-being. He explores the concept of the liking gap, where people underestimate how much others like them, and the physiological effects of loneliness. This highlights the need for prioritizing social connection and provides practical strategies for building and deepening relationships. Referenced during this episode:The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies That Will Transform Your LifeDavid Robson's websiteOther reading from Jean Gomes and Scott Allender:Leading In A Non-Linear World (J Gomes, 2023The Enneagram of Emotional Intelligence (S Allender, 2023)Social:Instagram           @evolvingleaderLinkedIn             The Evolving Leader PodcastTwitter               @Evolving_LeaderYouTube           @evolvingleader The Evolving Leader is researched, written and presented by Jean Gomes and Scott Allender with production by Phil Kerby. It is an Outside production.Send a message to The Evolving Leader team

Discover the keys to mastering any skill with Scott Young. Bringing us his latest book, Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery, Scott retells his fascinating journey of self-studying MIT's computer science curriculum and breaks down the essential process of learning: seeing, doing, and receiving feedback. You'll find out how learning from others, effective practice, and receiving feedback can accelerate personal and professional growth. If you want to enhance your own learning journey, we invite you to hear Scott's inspiring story and unique perspective and gain actionable insights from his book.  Listen and Learn:  How Scott self-studied MIT's computer science curriculum in a year, transforming a personal challenge into a widely recognized success story Mastering any skill by seeing, doing, and getting feedback  Debunking the misleading learning myths that could be holding you back Learning a skill from the ground up  How to identify the most effective and credible resources for mastering new skills Is it true adults have a harder time acquiring skills compared to kids? The process of unlearning  Is AI helpful or a hindrance to learning?  Strategies for empowering your young child's learning  How exposure therapy could transform your fear into confidence in just two weeks Resources:  https://www.scotthyoung.com/ Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery https://www.facebook.com/AuthorScottYoung/ https://www.youtube.com/user/ScottHYoungVid http://twitter.com/scotthyoung/ https://www.facebook.com/AuthorScottYoung/ https://ca.linkedin.com/in/scott-h-young-867ab21 https://www.instagram.com/scotthyoung/ About Scott H. Young Scott H. Young is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Ultralearning, a podcast host, computer programmer, and an avid reader. Since 2006, he has published weekly essays to help people learn and think better. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Pocket, and Business Insider, on the BBC, and at TEDx among other outlets. He doesn't promise to have all the answers, just a place to start. He lives in Vancouver, Canada. Related Episodes 357. Is Your Work Worth It? How to Think About Meaningful Work with Jennifer Tosti-Kharas and Christopher Wong Michaelson 329. The Power of Curiosity with Scott Shigeoka 324. Toxic Achievement Culture with Jennifer Wallace 310. The Expectation Effect with David Robson 186. Set Boundaries Find Peace with Nedra Tawwab Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Robson demonstrates how we can use authenticity and vulnerability to defeat loneliness. Robson is an award-winning science writer specializing in the extremes of the human brain, body and behavior. Robson is the author of "The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies that will Transform Your Life," and "The Expectation Effect." For the Sake of Argument Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield Timeline: 00:00 - Introduction 00:07 - The Laws of Connection 01:37 - What is Loneliness? 02:31 - Why does loneliness matter? 05:21 - How loneliness kills us 07:29 - How loneliness causes disease 09:16 - How to build a strong social network 24:54 - How to connect with someone who has opposing views 30:36 - The easiest way to make friends 33:41 - The importance of vulnerability 41:14 - David Robson's personal vulnerability 54:55 - Being LGBT and vulnerable 57:45 - David Robson's personal life and family --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jake-newfield/support

Start finding your new tribe. Registration for the next Designing Your New Life Group is now open. Learn more here. _______________________ Get smarter about social connections. Science journalist David Robson rejoins us to discuss his new book The Laws of Connection: The Scientific Secrets of Building a Strong Social Network. David Robson joins us from London. ________________________ Bio David Robson is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour. After graduating with a degree in mathematics from Cambridge University, he worked as a features editor at New Scientist for five years, before moving to BBC Future, where he was a senior journalist for five years. His writing has also appeared in the Guardian, the Atlantic, Aeon, Men's Health and many more outlets. In 2021, David received awards from the Association of British Science Writers and the UK Medical Journalists' Association for his writing on misinformation and risk communication during the COVID pandemic, and in 2022, he was a finalist for the Best British Science Journalist of the Year Award. David's first book, The Intelligence Trap, was published in 2019, and received worldwide media attention. His second book The Expectation Effect was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and won the British Psychological Society Book Award. His third book, The Laws of Connection, was published in June. ________________________ For More on David Robson Website The Laws of Connection:The Scientific Secrets of Building a Strong Social Network David's First Conversation with Us: The Expectation Effect ________________________ Podcast Episodes You May Like Self-Compassion – Dr. Kristin Neff How to Make New Friends in Retirement – Dr. Marisa G. Franco Will You Flourish or Languish? – Corey Keyes Happier Hour – Cassie Holmes, PhD' ________________________ Planning for retirement? Check out our recommended Best Books on Retirement. Some may surprise you... ________________________ Wise Quotes On The Importance of Social Connectivity "I was blown away really by the strength of the link between social connection and health and wellness. So we've known since the 1970s, that the number of social connections that people have and the quality of those connections can predict longevity and general health across the lifespan. So people who not only have more connections, but also feel really supported and understood by the people around them, do tend to live longer. And that's just been replicated hundreds of times. So the evidence base is really unquestionable, in my opinion. And we know that it at least equals the other lifestyle factors that we take for granted now, things like obesity, or remaining at a healthy weight, how much exercise you do, whether you smoke, whether you drink, whether you take medication for your hypertension - all of those things we accept as being important for our health and longevity. But when you look at the effect sizes, they've been measured in these huge studies, you find that people's social connection is just as important. I found that really surprising just how important it was."   On Meaning  "It was very clear to me that social connections are important, as C .S. Lewis said, for providing meaning in life.  C.S. Lewis claimed that they didn't have any survival value though, that friendship wasn't important for survival. And what this research really showed is that actually, it does give us meaning in our life, but it's also incredibly important just to live a long and healthy life. So, I wanted to try to do my part in raising this awareness and let people know, not just how important that is, but then how they can overcome those psychological barriers to achieve that connection that we all deep down really crave." On Cognitive Biases and Social Connection "So that's one bias.

In this episode of the Podcast I chat with award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour David Robson. David is the author of one of my favourite books of 2022 "The Expectation Effect" & his brand new book The Laws of Connection Buy the book here  www.davidrobson.me/books/   We chat about What are some of the most important parts about connection? What is the liking gap and how important is it? Are we lonelier now more than ever as a race even with all the ways to be connected ? Is there a link between a healthier life and social connection/loneliness ? Do you feel the working from home model since covid has been positive for some or negative ?  What are shared realities and how important are they for people  What would the advice be to someone who is socially awkward ? What is the gratitude gap? What is the fast friends procedure? Ultimate Guide on how to lose weight w/o counting calories = FREE DOWNLOAD Online coaching www.shanewalshfitness.com/onlinecoaching

Feeling disconnected in a world that's more connected than ever? Then our guest David Robson's insights couldn't be more timely. Through over 300 high-quality studies, he uncovers the scientific explanations behind building strong social bonds. Join us to hear about the shared realities that truly bond us, discover why authenticity is key to forming genuine connections, learn practical tips to navigate the complexities of social interactions, and how to overcome the fear of sharing too much. Tune in for a deep exploration of building a strong social network as we uncover David's book, The Laws of Connection.  Listen and Learn: How David's outgoing nature conflicted with his shyness, hindering his ability to make new friends, and new research on optimizing connections motivated him to write a book on social connections The concepts of shared reality and the liking gap, and how these phenomena form the foundation of effective communication and connection Moving beyond superficial conversations to forge meaningful connections through intentional shared realities Embracing "defocusing" to improve interactions by recognizing external influences beyond your control Balancing curiosity and self-disclosure in conversations for genuine connection The dynamics of requesting help and the mutual benefits of genuine altruism Resources:  https://davidrobson.me The Laws of Connection: The Scientific Secrets of Building a Strong Social Network https://www.instagram.com/davidarobson https://twitter.com/d_a_robson https://uk.linkedin.com/in/david-robson About David Robson David Robson is a science writer and author based in the United Kingdom. A graduate of Cambridge University, he has worked as a feature editor at New Scientist and as a senior journalist at the BBC, and his writing has appeared in the Guardian, the Wall Street Journal, the Atlantic, and many other publications. His previous book, The Expectation Effect, won the British Psychological Society Book Award for 2022. His latest book is The Laws of Connection: The Scientific Secrets of Building a Strong Social Network (Pegasus) Related Episodes 353. Ask Great Questions with Jeff Wetzler 310. The Expectation Effect with David Robson 329. The Power of Curiosity with Scott Shigeoka 294. Yes And: Improv in Psychology with Kelly Leonard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode Jonny and Sparks are joined by David Robson, an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour. David speaks brilliantly about the power we possess over our genes and over our past experiences. This conversation really does explore how we can allow our challenge to support us towards becoming who we want to be, physically, mentally, emotionally and beyond. David is the author of “The Intelligence Trap,” "The Expectation Effect” and his new book “The Laws of Connection”. We hope you thoroughly enjoy his energy and powerful insights.

Today's conversation is with David Robson. David is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour. I had the pleasure of hosting David earlier this year to cover the power of the mind to shape our outcomes using the Expectation Effect, this time round we discuss David's latest work and book “The Laws of Connection - The Transformative Science of Being Social”. It has become clear from multiple studies a greater sense of connection is consistently linked to greater health and longevity. Social activities reduce psychological distress, protect us from infection, and lower the risk of Alzheimers and heart disease. When people feel they have strong social support, they also perform better on tests for problem solving and creativity. These benefits sound almost too good to be true if all it takes is for us to unlock more and deeper social connections, but that is exactly what David's work and book has found. Expect to go through the fascinating science behind the effect of social connections, and how we can be better at being social utilising David's 13 laws of connection. Many of these are small changes with a huge positive ripple effect and I'm excited to share them with you and hear which ones you immediately take action on. Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button and if as you're listening you think this episode could benefit a friend or colleague then please do copy and paste the link and share the podcast. Lastly, if you are someone who wants to unlock the power of podcasting to grow your personal brand, your network, and your business this year then My Podcast Masterclass is for you. I've built the perfect video learning platform for you to start, scale and sustain your own podcast using my systems and processes to host the best guests in your niche, to record like a pro, and to market and distribute your content to the maximum eyes and ears. The link to join my podcast masterclass is in the show notes - http://mypodcastmasterclass.thinkific... Connect with David: Website - https://davidrobson.me/ Twitter - https://x.com/d_a_robson?lang=en LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-robson-5761791b/ Connect with Col: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/ Email List - https://mailchi.mp/548e38ba5942/colincambro Support me: buymeacoffee.com/ColCamBro

David is an author whose book, The Expectation Effect, won the British Psychological Society Book Award for 2022. In this episode, he discusses the power of expectation, as well as his latest book, Laws of Connection, and some of the laws outlined within it that we can utilize to build a strong social network.   Care to play a game with the youniverse? Ask the universe the episode you would most benefit from hearing next and click positivehead.com/game.  Download The Golden Key audio or e-book at GoldenKey.Gift with the Code: POSITIVEHEAD

Hello and welcome to A Bit Of A Boost with me, George Anderson   I'm a wellbeing and performance coach, speaker and author and this podcast brings together guest experts, inspirational stories and ideas that I hope will you a bit of a boost.   I'm delighted to welcome back to the show one of my favourite guests, David Robson who previously joined me back in February last year after I had read his book The Expectation Effect.   I've just finished reading his latest book and I think you'll find our conversation about it today both interesting and informative.   The book is called The Laws Of Connection and is really a play book for how we can build deeper and more meaningful relationships with the people around us, and also some of the more unexpected benefits from doing so.   David also unpacks some of the research that shows how we may be better at socialising than we may think, talking about phenomena such as the Liking Gap.   Of course, I highly recommend you have a read of the book itself which is out this week, but in this podcast we get into several of the 13 strategies and learn many new things:   how asking for help benefits you and the person you're asking how to express gratitude and pay compliments effectively and why a strong social network even improves our ability to fight off illness.   I think you're going to enjoy this one, so get ready for a bit of a boost!   The book is available on Amazon and all good book stores.   Read more about David on his website here: https://davidrobson.me

David Robson is an award-winning British science writer and author who specializes in exploring the extremes of the human brain, body, and behavior. He has written extensively for publications like the BBC and The Guardian, covering topics in medicine, psychology, and neuroscience. Robson is the author of the books "The Intelligence Trap" and "The Expectation Effect," the latter of which won a British Psychological Society Book Award and was a Financial Times Best Book of 2022. With a background in mathematics from the University of Cambridge, Robson brings an analytical and in-depth approach to his writing on the human mind and behavior. "Social connection is more important than obesity, smoking, and exercise combined!" Are you tired of feeling lonely and disconnected? Discover the shocking truth about how being social can boost your health, creativity, and even finances! In this groundbreaking podcast, David reveals: ⚡️ The "Liking Gap" that's sabotaging your relationships (and how to fix it!) ⚡️ Weird conversation mistakes you're making that kill rapport ⚡️ The gratitude gap: Why you're not getting enough compliments (and how to change that) ⚡️ The powerful "Benjamin Franklin Effect" to make anyone like you ⚡️ Mindblowing reasons you should brag about your successes ⚡️ Simple tricks to overcome ego-centric thinking And reveals the #1 most important law of connection that can transform your life. Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/developmentbydavid/ Follow Nathaniel. - https://www.instagram.com/nathanielcollins/ Sponsor - West Coast Motors - https://www.wcmotors.co.uk/ Patreon - www.patreon.com/developmentbydavid

In this episode, we talk about a topic that touches so many of our lives: caregiving. Whether it's something we've already experienced or might face in the future, caring for a loved one with an disease or illness is a profound journey. Allison Applebaum, who is the founder of the Caregivers Clinic and Author of the beautifully titled, Stand By Me: A Guide to Navigating Modern, Meaningful Caregiving comes on board to enlighten us about the realities of caregiving—the stress, the work, the emotional burden—but also the unexpected rewards. She talks about discovering strengths you didn't know you had and finding deeper connections with those you care for.  Allison's perspective is holistic and empathetic, offering a well-rounded view of caregiving. We cover everything from the emotional impact to practical tips and the broader societal issues like ageism and bias against those with neurocognitive challenges. It's a conversation full of perspectives that you may not have even considered before. Let's dive in! Listen and Learn:  The Allison Applebaum definition of family Caregiving  How Allison founded a clinic to support caregivers, cared for her father, coped with her mother's unexpected death, and dealt with the challenges of illness and loss in the healthcare system The moving tale behind the title of Allison's book, Stand by Me   Recognizing the significance of a person's identity and dignity in healthcare  Combating ageism and elder speak in the health system  Tips for beginning the caregiving journey for a loved one facing a health decline Navigating through conflicts and disagreements within families regarding care for a loved one What is caregiver burden? How can we prevent or address it? And, is it the same as caregiver burnout? The challenge of uncertainty for caregivers and helpful strategies for dealing with this  Can meaning and suffering coexist?  Resources:  Allison's website Stand By Me: A Guide to Navigating Modern, Meaningful Caregiving Connect with Allison on Instagram and X About Allison Applebaum Dr. Allison Applebaum is an Associate Attending Psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), and an Associate Professor of Psychology in Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine. She is the Founding Director of the Caregivers Clinic at MSK, the first program of its kind in the United States to provide comprehensive psychosocial care to family members and friends of patients who are in the caregiving role. Dr. Applebaum is also the author of the recently published narrative nonfiction book, Stand By Me: A Guide to Navigating Modern, Meaningful Caregiving. Related Episodes: 354. A Family Guide to Dementia with Brent Forester 241. Emotion Coaching Skills for Families with Mindy Solomon (EFFT Part 2 of 2) 327. Thriving on Overload with Ross Dawson 310. The Expectation Effect with David Robson 351. You Only Die Once with Jodi Wellman 338. ACT for Burnout with Debbie! 116. Building a Meaningful, Values-based Life with Jenna LeJeune 138. Exploring Existence and Purpose: Existentialism with Robyn Walser Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us on episode 333 in the 11th season of the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast. Our mission, as always, is to equip you with actionable, scientifically supported methods to hone social-emotional learning skills, boost productivity and promote overall well-being. This episode continues our 18-week self-leadership series informed by Grant Bosnick's proven strategies. In this installment, we turn our attention to the crucial role of expectations in our lives. Starting off the discussion in the engaging world of Grant Bosnick's book, we dissect the meaning and importance of expectations. We then explore the crucial aspects of emotion regulation, persuasive traits, effective time management, and the vast concept of change. This episode revisits key moments from our previous chapters, ranging from the neuroscience of goals to the significance of hydration on brain performance, AHA moments, creative insights, and more. The highlight of the episode is an in-depth exploration of the science of expectations, underpinned by Grant Bosnick and David Robson's book, 'The Expectation Effect.' Here, we probe the profound influence of positive and negative expectations on our daily life, mindset, goal achievement, and even health. Inspired by teachings from luminary mentors like Bob Proctor, this illuminating exploration of expectations is designed to leave you with a fresh perspective. Stories from an unforgettable seminar 20 years ago bring to life the immense power of expectations. Understanding the neuroscience connections, we further explore dopamine and its correlation with our level of expectations. Practical tips to apply these psychological insights in day-to-day life are provided as we take you on an intellectual journey from theory to practice. Throughout the episode, you will discover how to better regulate your expectations to boost your happiness, productivity, and confidence. This intellectual journey will equip you with the tools to tap into the power of expectation and unlock a better version of yourself. Expect the best and join us to uncover the enormous potential within you. Stay tuned for our next episode, 'The Neuroscience of Emotion Regulation', as we continue our intellectual journey. Welcome back to SEASON 11 of The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning and emotional intelligence training for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, an author, and an educator with a passion for learning and launched this podcast 5 years ago with the goal of bringing ALL the leading experts together (in one place) to help us to APPLY this research in our daily lives. On today's episode #333 we continue with our 18-Week Self-Leadership Series based on Grant Bosnick's “Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership: A Bite Size Approach Using Psychology and Neuroscience” that we first dove into with our interview on EP #321[i] the end of January.  The goal was that each week, we focused on learning something new, (from Grant's book) that builds off the prior week, to help take us to greater heights in 2024. Today we cover Chapter 8, “The Neuroscience of Expectations” and l look at what Grant Bosnick covers on this topic, as well as a deeper dive into David Robson's book, The Expectation Effect.   We will cover:  ✔  What is the meaning and importance of expectations? ✔  An unforgettable moment when Andrea first encountered the power behind our expectations.  ✔  We will explore the science of expectations to boost your happiness, productivity, and confidence. ✔  3 TIPS for applying The Neuroscience of Expectation to your daily life. ✔  Ideas to trouble-shoot applying this concept, along with belief, to achieve your goals and dreams.  I did need to take a short break from writing and recording since we last covered this book, the end of March, with new responsibilities in my work world. I've got my footing now, and missed researching, recording, and producing these episodes. The benefits that I personally receive from gathering this information, and sharing with it you, the listener, wherever you might be tuning in around the world, helps me in many different ways, but mostly, this work keeps me thinking, and making connections, neural connections, which we all know is important for cognition and learning. I did appreciate the notes from listeners of past episodes they have found helpful, and will continue to provide my best work here. We will resume the final 5 chapters of Grant's book, based on Self-Leadership strategies, covering the topic of expectations today, then emotion regulation, persuade and influence, time management and ending the series with change. Just a reminder that we left off with Chapter 7 on “AHA Moments and Creative Insight.[ii]” There is great power and immense self-awareness that comes along with mapping out a plan designed specifically for YOU and I do encourage everyone to take Grant Bosnick's Leadership Self-Assessment[iii] so you can see the areas for you that score a high, medium or low level of importance for you to focus on this year. REVIEW Chapters 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 Before we cover Chapter 8 today on Expectations, let's review where we left off, since this is a good reminder for me, to make the connections from these prior episodes. It's here I'm hoping we will take the information we are learning, (from Grant Bosnick's book) connect the dots to form knowledge and then apply this knowledge to our daily life. This is where we go from theory to practice with this podcast and it's the application of what we are learning that contains the magic. REFLECT Back to Chapter 2 on The Neuroscience of Goals (and Kurt Lewin's Force Field Theory): What are we doing to gain the momentum needed to reach NEW and HEIGHTENED levels of performance this year? How are we improving our mental and physical health to gain the momentum we talked about in this chapter? Just the fact that you are here listening to this episode, and I'm writing it, is a good indication we are all building this skill. What have you noticed with the momentum you've built with your goals this year? Are you on track? How can you narrow your focus more? REFLECT Back to Chapter 3 on The Neuroscience of Inspiration: How are we using people or places that inspire us, to take our results to greater heights? Think about this as it relates to our physical and mental health. What else can we all do to take more action in this area? I recently connected with someone who caught my attention over 20 years ago, when I worked with athletes at ASU. I remember sitting in front of this one athlete, and just knew he was going somewhere. We are working on the details to have him on the podcast right now, but stay tuned for a future episode on “Diving into the Mindset of a D1 College Athlete, Turned Pro” with Nigerian-American professional basketball player, Ike Diogu. Who are what is inspiring you these days? REFLECT Back to Chapter 4 on The Neuroscience of Mindfulness: Think about where we are in our Mindfulness Journey? Mindfulness, and breathing was listed often in Chapter 4 of Grant Bosnick's book.  How is mindfulness helping us with our physical health? What's interesting to me with this topic, is that the more I continue to study, and look to improve my own areas of weakness (right now I'm looking at how to optimize sleep which is currently my weakest link) and am diving deep into this topic with Dr. Matthew Walker's most recent 6 PART podcast series with Dr. Andrew Huberman.[iv] Mindfulness is a topic that Dr. Walker lists as integral for improving sleep. I'm curious how you are implementing this skill to improve daily results. REFLECT Back to Chapter 5 on The Neuroscience Behind Peak Performance: How are we practicing “getting into our flow?” When do we notice we are in flow the most?  Is it during physical exercise, or meditation? Are we practicing this state to gain 5x more productivity this year? This is a hard one, as getting into this flow state requires practice for me. A month and a half away from this podcast, really did take me out of my flow state here. After recording an interview, and editing, I made many mistakes, or flat out forgot what to do next on the production side. I was rusty, and not in flow. I'd been producing episodes for 5 years, without taking a break, and this break revealed that the skills I'd developed need to be practiced. Use them, or lose them type of idea. This is exactly how my daughters explain what happens to them when they take time away from their sport with an injury. I learned that when we lose this flow, the best way to get it back is to get back to work, as best as we can. One step at a time. What about you? How are you using flow in your daily life? REFLECT BACK to Chapter 6 on The Science Behind our Physical Health: Where we narrowed our focus from a wide and complex field, to something we can implement immediately with “The Hydrated Brain for Improving Our Cognitive Performance.” Midway through the year, I'm thinking “How am I keeping my brain hydrated?” Do I know how much water I'm drinking every day? This is something I've put more emphasis on recently, as we have now introduced an Infrared Sauna to our daily routine, and this requires more water to help eliminate toxins. They recommend drinking 20 ounces of water before using the sauna, since sweating can cause dehydration, and drinking at least a liter (or four 8 ounce glasses of water) afterwards. I did think it was interesting that one of the products I've also been wearing since our interview last year with Dmitri Leonov, who taught us about the Taopatch[v] nanotechnology that also requires an increase in water intake to eliminate toxins. Do you know about how much water you are drinking every day? REFLECT BACK to Chapter 7 on “AHA Moments, Creative Insight and The Brain” where we looked at the book, The Eureka Factor: AHA Moments, Creative Insight and the Brain by John Kounios and Mark Beeman. They wrote this book to “explain how these Eureka experiences happen—and how to have more of them to enrich our lives and empower personal and professional success.” (The Eureka Factor).  We also went back to PART 4 of The Silva Method[vi] on “Improving Creativity and Innovation in our Schools, Sports and Modern Workplaces” where we tapped into (once again) to Dr. Andrew Huberman's research on creativity here, thinking about how we can have more insight to solve problems in our personal and work lives. It's definitely a balancing act, working on implementing ALL of these strategies for an improved 2024. Some of these I've got the hang of, and others (like sleep) are continual works of progress for me. For Today, EPISODE #333, we are moving on to Chapter 8, covering “The Neuroscience Behind Expectations” where we will dive into a topic that I mark as high importance in my life, right up with breathing. When I took my self-assessment, the topic of expectations showed up as low priority for me to focus on this year. Not because it's not important to me, but because I've already made this topic of high importance. Expectations came out for me in the RED category, with a low score of 8% along with goals and time management, that I also put high importance with on a daily basis.  If you've taken the self-assessment, look to see if Expectations are of a low, medium or high priority for you to focus on this year. Before looking at Grant Bosnick's thoughts about the topic of expectations, where he begins chapter 8 by asking us “what did you expect?” I had to do some research first, to see what is already out in the world, and there was a lot out there, on the science behind expectations. I first looked at the definition. What does it mean when someone has expectations? Collins Dictionary defined this term to mean “your strong hopes or beliefs that something will happen or that you will get something that you want.”[vii] When I typed “expectations” into Pubmed.gov (a free database of more than 37 million research articles) I saw over 95,000 entries for how expectations can help a person to improve their health and behavioral outcomes, and noticed topics like “unmet expectations[viii]” or even “how expectations modulate pain.”[ix] Before going down the rabbit hole looking to understand the science behind expectations, I found a book called The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Change Your World[x] by David Robson that I highly recommend. He covers a “journey through cutting-edge science of how our mindset shapes every facet of our lives, revealing how your brain holds the keys to unlocking a better version of you.” It was in the first few pages of Robson's Expectation Effect where I began to piece together past podcast episodes where we've talked about how “expectation hooks us up to what we want.” I saw the word “expectation” then BOOM, I could hear my mentor, Bob Proctor talking about this exact topic, back in the late 1990s. Who knew there was a science to this! We will get there, but here's what I remembered learning on this topic, 20 years ago. When Proctor talked about the importance of “expecting” what it is that we want, I remember highlighting it at the top of my notebook with an ORANGE highlighter, and never thought I would years later share these notes with anyone, (sorry they aren't neater) but look what I wrote. “Expectation hooks you up to what you want, and brings it to you.” Then further down the page, wrote “you can be hooked up to what you want (you've read Think and Grow Rich a billion times, and even listened to our 6 PART Series Think and Grow Rich Series,[xi] and you know EXACTLY what you want) but you DON'T EXPECT to ever get it, for some reason, that only you would be aware of. If you don't expect it, you won't bring it to you. I remember Proctor explaining this concept with goals, and he said it could also work with something we expect that we don't want, like a winter cold when we say something like, “Oh, I usually get a cold right before Thanksgiving, so let's not meet up until after this time.” Have you ever had someone tell you they were expecting to become ill? My mind goes straight back to the orange highlighter, and how I knew it was important to highlight that what we “expect” to happen, is brought right to us. Robson writes in his book that: Now I really did believe in these concepts I learned back in those seminar days, (because I saw first-hand how many people achieved results from this way of thinking) but I'm sure many others thought these ideas were superstitious or something. Fast forward 20 years, and now, I see this exact concept written in the 2022 book by David Robson, called The Expectation Effect, illustrating that what scientists are learning about the connections between the human brain and performance, are nothing short of amazing! Many of us have heard of these concepts, we might have even written them down, and highlighted them in orange, but now, science reveals something new about how our brain responds to the things we “expect” to happen. David Robson shows us in his book exactly “how those beliefs, in themselves, shape your health and well-being in profound ways, and that learning to reset our expectations (about these issues) can have truly remarkable effects on our health, happiness and productivity.” (David Robson, The Expectation Effect). So, I'm reading David Robson's book, excited to make a scientific connection to the word I highlighted in ORANGE in those seminar days, and here I come across the author warning us about New Age self-help books, like Rhonda Byrne's The Secret, that Bob Proctor starred in, saying these concepts to be pseudoscience. I will say that many people misunderstand The Secret and Proctor[xii] himself said “You can't just THINK and GROW RICH, you've got to DO SOMETHING with those thoughts.” So with an open mind, let's see what Grant Bosnick has to say about The Neuroscience of Expectations. I did mention that Grant opens up chapter 8 by saying “What did you expect?” and he gives examples in the beginning of this chapter ways that expectations are created in our minds whether it's with an expensive glass of wine we taste, that we “expect” to taste good based on its price, or even the credibility that we “expect” from doctors verses the doctor's assistant. What Grant Bosnich Says About The Science of Expectations: Grants explains that “in neuroscience, dopamine is the neurochemical in our brain that makes us feel good and is associated with feelings of euphoria, bliss, motivation, concentration and reward. If we meet our expectations, then it generates a slight increase in dopamine, and a slight reward response. If we exceed our expectations, it generates a strong increase in dopamine, and a strong reward response. And if our expectations are unmet, it generates a large drop in dopamine, and a strong threat response.” (Chapter 8, Grant Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 84/85). Grant explains that when our expectations are met or exceeded, this “increases our dopamine levels, which leads to increased happiness and well-being, which helps maximize our performance by setting up the conditions of flow and insight, which leads to more productivity and increased confidence.” (Chapter 8, Grant Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 84/85). But here's the kicker! Grant shares that “if our expectations are not met, (however) that it dramatically decreases our dopamine levels, we feel disappointment and stress, resulting in poor performance and decreased confidence.” (Chapter 8, Grant Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 84/85). Grant asks us some questions around what we expect of ourselves and others, and it's here that I thought about how I have high expectations for myself, and the goals I'm working on, but I've noticed that in order to avoid disappointment, I work on not having expectations of others. Except of when I go to the doctor for something important, I except that he will look after whatever it is that I'm there for to the best of their ability. There is this one doctor that I drive over an hour to see him, because his services exceeded my expectations. His office experience was not the best, but when I get to see him, I have a high level of care, that I expect, and I'll look past the poor experience in his offices, to get to the high level of care when I reach him. Grant addresses this by saying that we can influence our own, and other people's expectations by “delivering higher than expected” (Chapter 8, Grant Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 87) which is exactly what happened to me with that doctor. Grant explains the importance of “setting the expectation low, then delivering high” to avoid disappointment. REVIEW AND CONCLUSION To review and conclude this week's episode #333 on Chapter 8 on “The Neuroscience of Expectations” DID YOU KNOW: That when our expectations are met or exceeded, this “increases our dopamine levels, which leads to increased happiness and well-being, which helps maximize our performance by setting up the conditions of flow and insight, which leads to more productivity and increased confidence?” (Chapter 8, Grant Bosnick) Conversely, did you know that “if our expectations are not met, that it dramatically decreases our dopamine levels, we feel disappointment and stress, resulting in poor performance and decreased confidence?” (Chapter 8, Grant Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 84/85). I go right back to Grant's opening statement “What did you expect” and then my ORANGE highlighted notes from 20 years ago where I learned that “expectation hooks us up to what we want.” HOW TO USE THE NEUROSCIENCE OF EXPECTATIONS IN OUR DAILY LIFE: KNOW EXACTLY WHAT I'M EXPECTING (of myself and others): Understanding the science, helps me to keep my expectations tied to myself, and not others, to avoid disappointment and stress.  I expect to achieve my goals, (by putting in the necessary work) keep myself in good health (physical and mental) and will not just THINK about these expectations, but will do the hard work, take the action necessary to achieve them. This way, I'm not just “thinking” of what I expect to occur, I'm actually doing something with those thoughts, like the quote from Bob Proctor from the beginning of this episode. If I'm ever feeling “disappointed” with something in my life, a good question to ask is “what did you expect?” and see if I can backtrack to my thoughts. Was I using the science to flood my brain with dopamine, (with something within my control-that I could take action towards) or not. USE A POSITIVE EXPECTATION TO BUILD RESILIENCE FOR A HEALTHIER VERSION OF ME: Understanding the science behind our expectations, and especially David Robson's work, where I learned that “people with a more positive attitude towards their later years are less likely to develop hearing loss, frailty, and illness—and even Alzheimer's disease—than people who associate aging with senility and disability” (David Robson, The Expectation Effect) marks a strong case for expecting exceptional mental and physical health in the future. Again, it goes without saying that we can't just “think” ourselves into good health. We need to do the work here in order to expect results to occur. CONTINUE TO EXPECT GOOD THINGS (for myself and others) AND DON'T WORRY ABOUT SUPERSTITIONS LIKE CREATING MY OWN LUCKY CHARM. Knowing that “expectations and beliefs can influence—indeed are already influencing your life in many other surprising and powerful ways. (David Robson, The Expectation Effect) makes me believe in some of the rituals I've heard of over the years, like lucky charms. I learned from David Robson's The Expectation Effect, that “superstitions and rituals can boost perseverance and performance across a whole range of cognitive tasks, and (that) the advantages are often considerable.” (Page 198, The Expectation Effect). Whether you are a professional athlete, singer, public speaker, or someone like me who just wants improved results in your life, there is a science to having a lucky charm, or something that brings you the promise of success, to help you to create a feeling of control during high stress. Don't dismiss the power of a lucky rock with a goal written on it, or whatever it is that holds significance to you with your future goals, or something that has meaning to you, that you expect to occur in your future. FINAL THOUGHTS ON OUR EXPECTATIONS: Some final thoughts, before closing out this episode, when we are working on our expectations, it's highly important to be honest with whether you believe them to be possible, or not. This is an important part of this. David Robson mentioned in his book, The Expectation Effect that: THINK ABOUT HOW YOU RESPOND TO DIFFICULT LIFE CHALLENGES: Imagine yourself going for a new position at work, and you are talking to your close family members about where you are in the interview process. They say to you “this sounds good, it looks like you are in the lead for this new position” and you reply “I'll let know IF I get the job.” How you speak about your expectations (or as Robson said “our responses to difficult situations” (internally in your mind), or out loud to others, is extremely important. Keeping brain science in mind, the best way to talk about your expectations is with certainty and our reply with this brain science in mind could be along the lines of “I'll let you know WHEN I get the new position” to keep the dopamine flowing to your brain. This response will help you to “feel good (and is associated) with feelings of euphoria, bliss, motivation, concentration and reward.” (Grant Bosnick). If for some reason, you don't believe what you are expecting, or that the leap might be too far of a jump for you, you will feel what's called cognitive dissonance, and you'll need to do more internal work to get yourself to the place where you can think “truth rather than appearances”[xiii] and speak what you expect out loud, (or think it internally) and feel the alignment of this expectation in your life. Only then will we get to this place where our expectations and beliefs can influence our life in many astonishing and powerful ways, leaving us mind-blown by our own potential for personal change. We'll see you next episode for The Neuroscience of Emotion Regulation.  REVIEW In this 18-week Series that we began in the beginning of February, (after I was inspired to cover Grant's book after our interview the end of January) we are covering: ✔ Powerful tactics from this Grant Bosnick's award-winning book that illustrates how change and achievement are truly achievable both from internal ('inside out') and external ('outside in') perspectives. ✔Listeners will grasp the immense power of self-leadership and its transformative effect on personal growth and success by applying the neuroscience Grant has uncovered in each chapter. ✔Explore practical strategies for habit formation and the impact of a self-assessment system. ✔Gain insights from Grant's expert advice on maintaining a balance between strengths and weaknesses while chasing after your goals. ✔Embark on an intellectual journey that has the power to elevate personal achievement and self-awareness to uncharted levels while we map out our journey over this 18-week course. REFERENCES: [i]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #321 with Grant ‘Upbeat' Bosnick  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/insights-from-grant-upbeat-bosnick/   [ii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #330 “Aha Moments and Creative Insight”   https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/understanding-self-leadership-and-the-neuroscience-of-goals/   [iii] Self-Assessment for Grant Bosnick's book https://www.selfleadershipassessment.com/   [iv] 6 PART Series on Improving Sleep with Dr. Walker and Dr. Huberman https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/guest-series-dr-matthew-walker-the-biology-of-sleep-your-unique-sleep-needs   [v]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #318 with Dmitri Leonov on “Understanding Nanotechnology for Health and Wellness of the Future”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/dmitri-leonov-on-taopatch-understanding-nanotechnology-for-health-and-wellness-of-the-future/   [vi]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 264 “The Neuroscience Behind The Silva Method: Improving Creativity and Innovation in our Schools, Sports and Modern Workplaces”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-neuroscience-behind-the-silva-method-improving-creativity-and-innovation-in-our-schools-sports-and-modern-workplaces/   [vii] Expectations Definition https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/expectation#:~:text=Your%20expectations%20are%20your%20strong,get%20something%20that%20you%20want.   [viii] Unmet Expectations at Work at Age 62 and Depressive Symptioms https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34173825/   [ix] How Do Expectations Modulate Pain? https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37369088/   [x]The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Change Your World by David Robson Feb. 15, 2022  https://www.amazon.com/Expectation-Effect-Mindset-Change-World-ebook [xi] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #190 PART 1 “Making 2022 Your Best Year Ever”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/think-and-grow-rich-book-review-part-1-how-to-make-2022-your-best-year-ever/   [xii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #196 PART 6 of our Think and Grow Rich Book Series https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-neuroscience-behind-the-15-success-principles-of-napoleon-hill-s-classic-boo-think-and-grow-rich/   [xiii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #315 and PART 2 of our REVIEW of Wallace D. Wattles The Science of Getting Rich  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/part-2-review-of-wallace-d-wattles-the-science-of-getting-rich-on-chapter-4-thinking-and-acting-in-a-certain-way/        

Well, this sucks… it turns out that nice people make less money than mean people. That hardly seems fair. This episode begins with an explanation of why this happens and how much more mean people make. https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424053111904823804576502763895892974 How you expect your life to go is a very powerful indicator of how it actually will go. Whether it is your health, happiness, how much you weigh or even how long you think you will live, your expectations have a lot to do with the final result. This is according to David Robson, an award-winning science writer who has researched the science of expectations. He is author of the book The Expectation Effect (https://amzn.to/3KfXZKR) and he joins me to reveal how having positive expectations can make your life a lot better. Do you know when and where was the first pizza made? Why couldn't anyone make a decent frozen pizza until 1995? And what ever happened to Round Table Pizza or Godfather's Pizza? I explore these any many questions about pizza with food writer Mark Masker author of the book Totally Pizza: The Wild Story of the World's Most Famous Food. (https://amzn.to/3712smr). There is an assumption that if you are doodling, you are not paying attention. Many students have been reprimanded by teachers for that exact reason. Well, that is just plain nonsense. Listen as I explain the truth about doodling and why you should do it. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/02/090226210039.htm# PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Indeed is offering SYSK listeners a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to get your jobs more visibility at https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING NerdWallet lets you compare top travel credit cards side-by-side to maximize your spending! Compare & find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, & more https://NerdWallet.com TurboTax Experts make all your moves count — filing with 100% accuracy and getting your max refund, guaranteed! See guarantee details at https://TurboTax.com/Guarantees Dell Technologies and Intel are pushing what technology can do, so great ideas can happen! Find out how to bring your ideas to life at https://Dell.com/WelcomeToNow You can get a ticket for texting while driving. Put the phone away or pay! Paid for by NHTSA Listen to TED Talks Daily https://www.ted.com/about/programs-initiatives/ted-talks/ted-talks-daily Wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week I'm talking all about hyperarousal and the Expectation Effect.Do you find yourself thinking things like:  “I understand all of this logically, so why am I still not sleeping?”  “I didn't go to bed until I was sleepy, but then I still didn't sleep. Why is that?”  “I normally sleep well on the weekends, but this week I didn't. What's going on?”These are all perfectly normal thoughts that can lead to some hyperarousal.Hyperarousal stems from expecting something about a situation to be different from what it actually is.In this episode I first talk about acceptability thresholds:What they areWhy we create themThe two most important things you need to know about themNext, we look at how expectations create resistance to what is — keeping us stuck in the struggle with sleep.Lastly, we explore how to meet this challenge and why expectations might not be as essential as we think.Enjoy!Subscribe to The Mind. Body. Sleep.™ Podcast:Apple | Spotify | GoogleWork with Beth:

Today's conversation is with David Robson. David is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour. Our expectations have a profound effect on the outcomes we get in life and today's episode will help you unlock how you can use your expectations to improve the big areas in your life. Expect to learn why your brain is a prediction machine, how the placebo and nocebo effect shape outcomes, how people with no gluten intolerance can have a gluten reaction after eating a meal with no gluten in it, why French people can eat a less healthy diet than Americans but live longer, how your thoughts can have more impact on your athletic performance than your genes, and lots more. The power of the mind has so much untapped potential and what you're about to learn with David is going to help you access a lot more of it.  P.s. if you want to unlock the power of podcasting to grow your personal brand, your network, and your business this year then My Podcast Masterclass is for you. I've built the perfect learning platform for you to start, scale and sustain your own podcast using my systems and processes to host the best guests in your niche, to record like a pro, and to market and distribute your content to the maximum eyes and ears. The link to join my podcast masterclass is in the show notes - http://mypodcastmasterclass.thinkific.com/ Connect with David: Website - https://davidrobson.me/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/d_a_robson Connect with Col: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email List - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mailchi.mp/548e38ba5942/colincambro⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/ColCamBro

In this episode of The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve D Sims, Steve goes solo to discuss the intriguing concept of the Expectation Effect. Drawing from the book by David Robson, Steve delves into the power of the placebo and nocibo effects on the mind and how they can shape our experiences and outcomes. With captivating examples from history and psychology, he emphasizes the importance of controlling the information we consume, especially during times of political noise and global turmoil. Steve shares valuable insights on tuning our minds to see opportunity in times of distress and surrounding ourselves with the right people and environments. Ultimately, he encourages listeners to focus on what they can control and challenge themselves to navigate the rough seas ahead. This thought-provoking episode leaves you ready to take on the world with a fresh perspective. Tune in and prepare to be inspired.

If you're ready to shift your reality, listen to this episode!… This new information reveals how to manifest a new reality by shifting your expectations. Calibrate and raise your vibration here: https://www.whatsmyvibration.com

Expectation Effect Shownotes Do our expectations affect outcomes? Are there things we can do to increase the likelihood of getting outcomes we want? Are there thoughts that may interfere with these positive outcomes as well?There has been a lot of non-scientific information circulating about these questions. Fortunately, there are people like David Robson (https://davidrobson.me/), sorting the science from the non-science. David is a science writer, a graduate of Cambridge University, and he has won awards for his writing from the Association of British Science Writers and the UK Medical Journalists' Association. He's also the author of The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life. I loved his book, so have major thought leaders like Daniel Pink, and agree with the New York Journal Review that said, “If you're looking to make major or minor changes in your life, this book will help you leave the starting gate with positive expectations of success.”So, listen in as David shares how your mindset can transform your life.

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In this episode, I'm interviewing online coach and business mentor Emma Storey-Gordon on menopause: What are its different stages? What symptoms can you experience? How can diet and exercise support you in this phase of life? And much more, including a lot of valuable mindset suggestions and some myth-busting around cortisol and supplements. Links and resources: “The Expectation Effect” by David Robson: https://davidrobson.me/books/the-expectation-effect/  Follow Emma on Instagram @esgfitness: https://www.instagram.com/esgfitness/ Visit her website: https://esgfitness.co.uk/ Check out her EIQ Nutrition course: https://eiq-nutrition.mykajabi.com/  Visit her AF Mentorship website: https://sites.google.com/view/af-mentors/home  Sign up for one on one coaching with me: https://www.fittotransformtraining.com/coaching.html Follow me on Instagram @nikias_fittotransform: http://instagram.com/nikias_fittotransform/ Visit my website: https://www.fittotransformtraining.com Sign up for my free newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/157389602fb0/mailinglist Sign up for the No Quit Kit email series on fat loss success: https://mailchi.mp/4b368c26baa8/noquitkitsignup Join the waiting list for my online group coaching program, Transformation Kickstart: https://www.fittotransformtraining.com/group-coaching.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit-to-transform/message

Have you ever wondered if your perspective of menopause might be negatively impacting your experience of it?   In this episode we'll be taking a look into the content of the fascinating book The Expectation Effect by David Robson and how some of the concepts within it can be mapped over to menopause.  We take a look at: The brain as a prediction machine - how what you see and hear is only 2% of the reality you experience.How the Pygmalion Effect might impact ALL your relationships and therefore your menopause.How the 'stereotype embodiment' effect is likely to affect how severe your menopausal symptoms are.So if you're ready to tap into the genius of your mind and positivly affect your menopause, this is for you.  Links: David Robson:  https://davidrobson.me/books/ Support the podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sallygarozzo[Free] Relaxation Hypnosis Recording:  https://bit.ly/relaxationwithsally[Free] Sleep Hypnosis Recording: https://bit.ly/sleephypnosisrecordingHow to Create Phenomenal Self Esteem [£47]:  https://www.sallygarozzo.com/selfesteemMenopause Wellbeing Practitioner [£127] https://www.sallygarozzo.com/meno Cold Water Therapy Practitioner [£127] https://www.sallygarozzo.com/cold Rapid Transformational Therapy [£447]: https://www.sallygarozzo.com/rttInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sallygarozzomindmentor Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallygarozzo/ Send me a voice clip via What's App - https://wa.me/message/FTARBMO7CRLEL1 Support the show

Title: Connected Conversations & Nonviolent Communication with Dr. Tony Overbay Introduction: Hosts: Amanda, Laura, Kendra. Special guest: Tony Overbay, referred to as "Doctor of Narcissism." Mentions & Promotions: Reminder for listeners to leave a review and comment. Tony Overbay's podcast: Virtual Couch. Other content from Tony: "Waking Up to Narcissism" podcast and premium version. Podcasts with his children: "The Mind, The Mirror and Me" and "Murder on the Couch." Discussion Topics: Importance of effective communication for physicians. Tony's concept of the "Pre-pillar" before diving into the "Four Pillars of a Connected Conversation." Introduction to "Nonviolent Communication" by Marshall Rosenberg. Misunderstanding of the title and initial reluctance to explore it. Concept of violence in communication. Key lessons: Separating observation from judgment. Connecting actions and requests to specific needs. Applying the same principles in self-talk. Deep Dive into Nonviolent Communication: Separating observation from judgment: Tony's example: Son not doing homework leads to a judgment of laziness. Consequences of assuming someone isn't being honest based on our judgments. Observations and judgments in faith communities and personal relationships. Importance of truly hearing someone's feelings without preconceived judgments. Question for Doctors: Does the concept of separating observation from judgment apply in the medical field? Challenges faced by doctors in having to make quick diagnoses. The variable nature of patient responses and potential biases. Doctors' Perspective: Importance of separating a medical judgment from moral judgment. Renewal of the DEA certificate and recent training requirements: An increased emphasis on treating people, including those with addiction, with respect. Acknowledgement of past training inadequacies in treating people struggling with addiction. The evolving awareness in the medical community towards compassionate care. Emergency physicians: Need for quick assessment but also understanding the importance of not placing a moral judgment on the patient. Nocebo Effect Discussion: Brief mention of the concept of nocebo effect versus the well-known placebo effect. Importance of patients' beliefs and mindset on their healing process. The writer passionately delves into the intricate nature of human communication, highlighting the psychological, emotional, and even physical implications of our interactions. Here's a concise summary of the third chunk: Understanding and Impact of Words Doctors & Authority Figures: Their words can have unintended consequences. For instance, focusing on a patient's low chances of survival can negatively influence the patient's mindset. The speaker recalls previous experiences where they might have unintentionally affected patients with their words. They emphasize the importance of being factual yet optimistic. Expectation Effect: The power of one's expectations and beliefs can influence their physical well-being. A book, "The Expectation Effect", and another titled "Mind Over Medicine" by Lisa Rankin provide instances where patients' health changed dramatically based on their beliefs and what they heard. Some patients improved believing in the effectiveness of a treatment, only to worsen after hearing negative news about the treatment. Mind-Body Connection: Western medicine often overlooks the profound connection between the mind and body, a connection that other traditions might address more holistically. The speaker believes that communication has a significant role to play in this connection. Observing & Judging: People are naturally observant and often pass judgments based on their observations. Such judgments are not always accurate, and they can stem from personal biases or experiences. Using an example of people-watching with their son-in-law, the writer illustrates how easily we jump to conclusions based on appearances or preconceived notions. Parent-Child Dynamics: The continuous cycle of misunderstanding and defense between parents and children can be harmful. It leads to preconceived notions and defensive behaviors which prevent genuine communication. Over time, the repeated emotional responses become habitual and override logical responses. Relational Frames: Each individual associates different feelings and meanings to the same word, based on personal experiences and upbringing. This causes challenges in communication, as people might not be understanding each other in the way they intend to. Differentiation: Emphasizes the importance of distinguishing one's thoughts and feelings from another person's. Effective communication requires understanding and empathy. Judgement vs. Observation: The speaker suggests that separating observation from judgment can lead to self-awareness and growth. Instead of getting defensive when someone offers a critique, they suggest treating it as information and deciding if it has merit. Knowing oneself: Understanding oneself deeply means recognizing when someone else doesn't truly know who you are. This self-awareness helps in avoiding unproductive arguments. Four Pillars for Effective Communication: Pillar One: Assume good intentions. This is about giving the benefit of the doubt and believing that most people don't intentionally try to hurt or undermine others. However, if it's challenging to assume good intentions, one should consider that there may be reasons why someone behaves a certain way. Pillar Two: Refrain from telling someone they're wrong, even if you believe they are. This is about avoiding immediate defensive reactions that can derail conversations. Pillar Three: Ask questions before making comments. This is about understanding someone's perspective more deeply before offering an opinion or reaction. Pillar Four: Stay present and lean into the conversation without resorting to a victim mentality. Using the Four Pillars in a Scenario: Tony uses an example of a husband and wife misunderstanding to illustrate the application of the pillars. By applying the pillars, both parties can feel heard, leading to a more fulfilling resolution. Turning into the Victim: Tony mentions that often, when faced with criticism or uncomfortable conversations, some people may adopt a victim mentality to divert attention from the issue at hand. This tactic often leaves the original concern unaddressed. Here's how to apply the teachings in personal relationships: Practice Active Listening: When your partner speaks, make sure to give them your undivided attention. Don't interrupt, make judgments, or try to find solutions immediately. Instead, try to understand their perspective. Use "I" Statements: Instead of pointing fingers or playing the blame game, express your feelings using "I" statements. This reduces defensiveness and makes the conversation more about understanding each other rather than arguing. Ask Open-Ended Questions: Instead of asking yes or no questions, ask questions that make the other person think and express themselves. This can lead to a deeper understanding. Validate: Even if you don't agree, it's crucial to validate your partner's feelings and experiences. Just acknowledging that their feelings are valid can go a long way in building trust and understanding. Avoid Assuming: Instead of assuming you know what your partner feels or thinks, ask them. This prevents misunderstandings and unnecessary conflicts. Self-awareness and Growth: It's essential to be self-aware and be willing to grow. If you notice patterns in your behavior that might be contributing to conflicts, be open to changing and evolving. Seek Help if Needed: Sometimes, it might be beneficial to seek couples therapy or counseling to navigate complex issues. Patience: Remember that change doesn't happen overnight. Be patient with yourself and your partner. Celebrate the small victories and understand that both of you are learning and growing. In the end, the key is mutual respect, understanding, and a genuine desire to understand each other. If both parties are willing, applying these teachings can significantly improve the quality of personal relationships. Tony's approach is a methodical way to handle conversations that could potentially turn confrontational. By implementing these pillars, people can navigate tough conversations in a way that promotes understanding and connection rather than conflict. Join us for our free webinar, "What's the ICD-10 Code for Injury Sustained in a Dumpster Fire?" 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"People who believe aging brings wisdom life longer." That is one of many insights in David Robson's new book The Expectation Effect.  EVOLVE 136 is packed with powerful points of evolution provided by Robson. Join Steve, Myles and David in the discussion on how our expectations shape our future.  Today's guest is…David Robson David Robson is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour. After graduating with a degree in mathematics from Cambridge University, he worked as a features editor at New Scientist for five years, before moving to BBC Future, where he was a senior journalist for five years. His writing has also appeared in the Guardian, the Atlantic, Aeon, Men's Health and many more outlets. In 2021, David received awards from the Association of British Science Writers and the UK Medical Journalists' Association (MJA) for his writing on misinformation and risk communication during the COVID pandemic. In 2022, he won Mental Health Story of the Year at the MJA Annual Awards and was a finalist for the Best British Science Journalist of the Year Award from the ABSW.   David's first book, The Intelligence Trap, was published in 2019, and received worldwide media attention. His second book The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life, was published in the UK on 6 January 2022 and in the USA and Canada on 15 February 2022. It is “a journey through the cutting-edge science of how our mindset shapes every facet of our lives, revealing how your brain holds the keys to unlocking a better you”. The Expectation Effect was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and won a British Psychological Society Book Award in the popular science category. You can find his books on Amazon or, if you are like me you can buy the book AND concurrently listen to the book on Audible! Follow David Web: https://davidrobson.me/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/davidarobson/  X: https://twitter.com/d_a_robson    Follow Us! EVOLVE Insta: https://www.instagram.com/official_evolve_podcast/     Steve Cutler Insta: https://www.instagram.com/stevecutler_/ W Myles Reilly Insta: https://www.instagram.com/wmyles.reilly/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevecutler_ Web: https://www.evolve-cast.com   The EVOLVE Podcast is produced by Steve Cutler, all rights reserved. The mission of the EVOLVE Podcast is to empower people to disrupt their lives to EVOLVE their body, mind, soul and tribe.   Steve Cutler helps people and organizations Evolve to higher levels. As a coach and consultant Steve has helped hundreds of people and businesses improve processes and protocols that have led to skyrocketing performance.   With over 20 years in health, fitness, tech and entrepreneurial ventures Steve brings a strong background in operations, marketing, sales, and financial performance. Currently Steve runs EVOLVE, a lifestyle clothing, coaching and consulting business. Steve is the host of the EVOLVE Podcast, a podcast that disrupts peoples lives leading them to greater growth and evolution. #evolve #evolvepodcast #stevecutler #disrupt  

Our health, our weight, how long we live, the pain we experience, even the healing of wounds can be profoundly impacted by what we believe. At first a skeptic, now a world leader in the effect of our expectations on outcomes; today's guest, David Robson, shares the fascinating science linking our beliefs with our experiences as well as measurable biological changes that can have important implication for our health, lifespan and so much more.David Robson is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour. David received awards from the Association of British Science Writers and the UK Medical Journalists' Association (MJA) for his writing on misinformation and risk communication during the COVID pandemic. In 2022, he won Mental Health Story of the Year at the MJA Annual Awards and was a finalist for the Best British Science Journalist of the Year Award from the ABSW.David's first book, The Intelligence Trap, received worldwide media attention. His second book The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life, was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and won a British Psychological Society Book Award in the popular science category. You can order it at Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com.www.davidrobson.mewww.twitter.com/d_a_robsonhttps://www.instagram.com/davidarobson/Jodi is an anxiety and well-being speaker, educator, and bestselling author. Learn more: https://drjodirichardson.com.Order Jodi's book, “Anxious Mums: How mums can turn their anxiety into strength”: https://drjodirichardson.com/product/anxious-mums/ or https://amzn.to/2YtA3ks.Order Jodi's book, coauthored with Michael Grose, “Anxious Kids: How children can turn their anxiety into resilience”: https://drjodirichardson.com/books/#order or https://amzn.to/3Bzxn3v.Connect with Jodi on LinkedInFollow Jodi on InstagramLike Jodi's Facebook pageThe information provided on this Podcast is for general educational purposes only, and is to be used at your sole risk. We are not liable for any reliance on this information, and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. We recommend you seek a medical or healthcare professional if you are seeking advice, diagnosis or treatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Robson is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour. After graduating with a degree in mathematics from Cambridge University, he worked as a features editor at New Scientist for five years, before moving to BBC Future, where he was a senior journalist for five years. His writing has also appeared in the Guardian, the Atlantic, Aeon, Men's Health and many more outlets. In 2021, David received awards from the Association of British Science Writers and the UK Medical Journalists' Association (MJA) for his writing on misinformation and risk communication during the COVID pandemic. In 2022, he won Mental Health Story of the Year at the MJA Annual Awards and was a finalist for the Best British Science Journalist of the Year Award from the ABSW. David's first book, The Intelligence Trap, was published in 2019, and received worldwide media attention. His second book The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life, was published in the UK on 6 January 2022 and in the USA and Canada on 15 February 2022. It is “a journey through the cutting-edge science of how our mindset shapes every facet of our lives, revealing how your brain holds the keys to unlocking a better you”. The Expectation Effect was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and won a British Psychological Society Book Award in the popular science category.

A new article on the BBC by David Robson, author of The Expectation Effect, explains how people's perception of your innate talent might be more important than putting in the extra hours. We give you the insights into how to work in today's evolving workplace to get ahead in ways that might surprise you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our expectations can shape how we navigate life in more ways than one. Expectations help us prepare, but not just through action; there are actual physiological changes that occur when we're anticipating certain things. David Robson, "an award-winning science writer who focuses on the extremes of the human brain, body, and behavior", joins us for this episode. Through practical takeaways founded on scientific theory from his book, The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Change Your World, David opens our minds to a fun and transformative look at the fantastical power that the mind has in making expectations a reality. Learn useful tools that you can use to your benefit, both in terms of increasing positive experiences and better managing the harder experiences that are unavoidable. Tune in for this game-changing episode that will shift your perspective and day-to-day experience in some fascinating and surprising ways.  Listen and Learn:  Why David describes the mind as a prediction machine  Unpacking Alia J Crum's "Mind-set Matters: Exercise and the Placebo Effect" study and why it propelled David to write The Expectation Effect  Finding the ideal level of optimism and pessimism with regard to expectations How can people's perceptions of the same events differ so widely from one another, and why might this be a strength rather than a point of conflict?  The power of context in directing our expectations and impacting how we experience the world Is willpower depleting or self-perpetuating, and does mindset play a role?  The placebo vs. the nocebo effect  The three different mechanisms for The Expectation Effect What is the best way to set up The Expectation Effect when we are experiencing sadness or depression? How researching The Expectation Effect changed the trajectory of David's depression The parallels between The Expectation Effect and other disciplines like Buddhism and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy  Resources: Visit David's website Follow David on Twitter  The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Change Your World Mind-set Matters: Exercise and the Placebo Effect Another White Christmas: fantasy proneness and reports of ‘hallucinatory experiences' in undergraduate students About David Robson  David Robson is an award-winning science writer specializing in the extremes of the human brain, body and behavior. He's written for the Guardian, the Atlantic, New Scientist, Men's Health and many more. His first book was The Intelligence Trap and his second, discussed in this episode, is The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your World.  Related Episodes  209. The Art of Managing Pressure with Hank Weisinger 227. The Science of Happy with Sonja Lyubomirksy 259. Rethinking Delusions with Victoria Sheperd 266. Future Tense with Tracy Dennis-Tiwary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Wealthy Consultant Talks podcast, Taylor is joined by author Benjamin Hardy to discuss his latest book, "10x is Easier than 2x." Taylor expresses his deep admiration for Hardy's work and acknowledge the significant impact his previous book, "Willpower Doesn't Work," had on his personal journey.Ben shares valuable insights on building a successful business while staying true to one's personal values. Ben encourages listeners to challenge conventional wisdom and consider unconventional approaches in their pursuit of success.This episode revolves around the concept of exponential growth and how striving for 10x improvement is often easier than settling for incremental gains.Throughout the episode, Taylor engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Ben, drawing on his expertise and experiences. Be inspired in embracing the power of big risks, unconventional thinking, and relentless pursuit of their goals to achieve remarkable success. Have fun!Enjoy the episode and check the links below for more info & ResourcesGet an inside look at how to get involved with The Wealthy Consultanthttps://wealthyconsultant.com/Our Monthly Printed Memos - Free Trialhttps://consultingmemo.com/optin-568134011666363883437See our Portfolio of Brands https://welchequities.com/OVERVIEW: (01:31) Life-changing book.(04:06) Book launch struggles.(07:47) Enriched environments in sales.(10:55) Immersion and Expansion.(14:05) Life-changing impact of writing.(17:31) Letting go of the past.(22:29) Future drives the present.(24:03) Reshaping the meaning of past.(28:35) Productivity with kids.(30:57) Scaling through compression of time.(33:53) Levels of energy.(37:18) Lessons from a failed business.(41:48) Physical pain as suppressed emotion.(44:29) Valleys as lessons.(48:32) The Expectation Effect.(51:52) Perception shapes biology.(54:19) The meaning of accolades.

Join us in this thought-provoking episode with our special guest, Chuck Hogan as we delve deep into the complex dynamics of parenting and its impact on a child's sense of worth. In this episode, we unravel the hidden consequences of setting unrealistic expectations and how they inadvertently erode our children's self-esteem. Tune in for a captivating conversation that challenges conventional parenting norms and sparks a journey toward fostering genuine self-worth in the next generation. Let's start the conversation and learn together. Follow me on social media Instagram ▶ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/veenuinspir..⁠. Facebook ▶ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/veenuinspires⁠ TikTok ▶ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@veenuinspires..⁠. Please be aware you are witnessing a live-recorded conversation exploring opinions that do not necessarily represent you, global views, and/or scientific approaches. These are just conversations of opinions through personal experiences, challenges, and studies. Please take what resonates with you, and leave what doesn't. Feel free to share your own opinion, as you might have your own journey and knowledge that will help someone on their personal path. Give Your Kids a Childhood They Won't Need To Heal From 

When we think about health, we don't always think about brain health. We don't always fully understand how what we're doing is affecting it. It's sort of out of sight, out of mind... But in this week's podcast, hosted by Travis Macy, we talked to Dr. Edward Park, founder of NeuroReserve about the things we can do proactively to improve brain health and potentially delay cognitive decline. Dr. Park is the Founder and President of NeuroReserve with over 15 years of experience in the research and development (R&D) of biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, and nutritional therapeutics. He has been inspired by his experiences with his father's struggles with Parkinson's disease and dementia for almost two decades before passing away. Before NeuroReserve, Dr. Park led development of nutrition-enabling therapeutics for people with severe under-nourishment caused by cystic fibrosis, short bowel syndrome, pancreatic cancer, and preterm birth. At Alcresta Therapeutics, he successfully directed the end-to-end R&D, testing, regulatory approval (U.S. F.D.A. and E.U.), and launch of RELiZORB, the first-of its-kind combination-enzyme-cartridge to support absorption of critical long-chain polyunsaturated fats for the most malnourished populations. He also worked with major pharmaceutical and health care companies as an R&D advisor with Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC) Health Industries Advisory, charting development paths for vaccines, cancer therapeutics, clinical genomics operations, and in vitro diagnostics. Before PwC, Dr. Park worked at Altus Pharmaceuticals (later Alnara Pharmaceuticals) in its commercial and development teams, where he led evaluation of early-and clinical-stage therapeutics for rare diseases, pediatric growth failure, hyperoxaluria and kidney stones, and chronic pancreatitis. Ed started his therapeutics career as an R&D associate at Bristol Myers Squibb. Dr. Park holds a Ph.D. in chemical-biomolecular engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he was awarded a U.S. Department of Defense–National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship, sponsored by the Office of Naval Research.He also holds a M.S. and M.B.A. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Travis is a 2x author, world-class endurance champion across many disciplines including Adventure Racing, 100-mile trail running races like Leadville and Leadman, Snowshoe champion, ski mountaineering, and even Burro racing. He is the host of The Travis Macy Show Podcast and a sought-after speaker including being a TEDx speaker. Travis is also an endurance sports coach and a dad to 2 children. Today's topic also hits close to home for Travis, as his father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Key Takeaways: Dr. Park's inspiration for creating NeuroReserve Experiencing neurodegenerative diseases in a parent Focusing on diet improvement Preventing cognitive decline with good nutrition The mind diet The six pillars of brain health Six pillars of lifestyle medicine Exploring less mainstream health ideas (fads) Optimizing the basics for your health Links: Learn more about NeuroReserve Check out Travis Macy's podcast Related podcast: Lifestyle Medicine and Brain Health with Dr. Brian Asbill Related podcast: The Expectation Effect with Author David Robson Sign up for my weekly newsletter! 

How do your expectations affect your mind and body? In this week's podcast, Sonya speaks with award-winning science writer David Robson about the expectation effect and how your expectations change how you physically and mentally react to various situations. David is the author of two books, the most recent, the main subject of this podcast - The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life. He also authored The Intelligence Trap in 2019.  David graduated with a degree in mathematics from Cambridge University and then worked as a features editor at New Scientist. He then moved to BBC Future as a senior journalist. His work has appeared in the Guardian, the Atlantic, Men's Health and more. He's received awards from the Association of British Science Writers and the UK Medical Journalists' Association (MJA) and, in 2022, won Mental Health Story of the Year at the MJA Annual Awards. Key Takeaways: What is the expectation effect? Overcoming negative expectations How mindset relates to expectations How your relationships affect expectations and outcomes Setting yourself up for prime performance Setting realistic expectations Expectations and food The placebo effect Links: Learn more about David Robson Pick up a copy of David's books here Sign up for my weekly newsletter! 

In this episode we talk to David Robson, an award winning journalist who's worked for the BBC, Guardian, Times, Telegraph and Washington Post, about his fantastic book The Expectation Effect. The book delves into the research around how much not only our own, but others beliefs and expectations can shape our reality. We discuss the nocebo and placebo effect, the power of reframing, the performance gains from visualisation and paradoxes around food and happiness. We also chat about how our own attitude to ageing can determine not only the quality of our life, but our longevity! You'll find this absolutely fascinating with so many take-away suggestions you can action straight away. You can find out more information about David at the below link: https://davidrobson.me/ Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful. Join our free Facebook Group: The Midlife Mentors Community - where we connect with you all on a daily basis. https://www.facebook.com/groups/themidlifementorscommunity And go to our website for more information: https://themidlifementors.com And please do review and share this podcast so we can help more midlifers achieve health and happiness. You can also find free workshops, coaching, workouts and coffee mornings at our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/themidlifementors Instagram: @midlifementors Email: team@themidlifementors.com

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Have you ever noticed that many cold and flu remedies contain little more than honey and water? Have you ever gone to the doctor feeling ill and felt significantly better almost straight away? The placebo effect is a long observed phenomenon in medicine, but the same expectation effect also impacts most other areas of life. If you read five-star reviews before visiting a restaurant, it primes you for a great experience. If you're watching a film that everyone you know loves, you're also far more likely to react positively to it. My guest on this week's podcast is an expert in the effect of expectation. Listen and learn: Why the placebo-pain connection is so strong How “open label” placebos can be just as effective The lesser-known nocebo effect and its risks How to ethically leverage the expectation effect in your life Links David's Site ABOUT OUR GUEST David Robson is a science writer who explores the human brain, body, and behavior. He graduated from Cambridge University with a degree in mathematics. He wrote extensively about misinformation during the COVID pandemic and mental health. He is the author of The Intelligence Trap, and his newest book, The Expectation Effect.  Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel Visit www.yogabody.com

David Robson is an award-winning science writer specialising in the extremes of the human brain, body and behaviour. David's first book, The Intelligence Trap, Why Smart People Make Dumb Mistakes is a fascinating read and his second book The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life, it is “a journey through the cutting-edge science of how our mindset shapes every facet of our lives, revealing how your brain holds the keys to unlocking a better you”.  In this book David Robson takes us on a tour of the cutting-edge research that reveals the many profound ways that our expectations shape our experience. Bringing together fascinating case studies and evidence-based science, The Expectation Effect uncovers new techniques that we can all use to improve our fitness, productivity, intelligence, health and happiness. Of course, you can't just think yourself thinner, happier or fitter, but using this book you can reframe many different facets of your life, and in so doing start real psychological, physiological and behavioural change. These easy-to-use skills will help you on your way to becoming the person you want to be, living the life you want to live. David's Articles  Watch on YouTube  Checkout Sean's Ultimate Annual Review + 2023 Planning Program over 10,000 have watched! Checkout my NEW DAILY PODCAST- MOMENTUM MINUTES! Momentum Minutes is a short daily podcast that's going to add a little inspiration to your morning by sharing lessons on leadership, business and self mastery. You Unleashed is an online personal development course created by Sean DeLaney after spending years working with and interviewing high achievers.The online course that helps you ‘Unleash your potential'! You Unleashed teaches you the MINDSETS, ROUTINES and BEHAVIORS you need to unleash your potential and discover what you're capable of. You know you're capable of more and want to bring out that untapped potential inside of you. We teach you how. Enroll Today!- Click Here Subscribe to my Momentum Monday Newsletter Connect with us! Whatgotyouthere TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram 

Your mind controls everything. And how your mind dictates your reality, has effects on those around you. What you expect effects others. So controlling those expectations becomes paramount for the mutual success of everyone. ------------- 106) Can Mindset and Thoughts Affect Your Physical Body and Health? 3 Scientific Studies Prove It Can!

Henry Ford once said, “Whether you think you can or think you can't, you're right.” Tony Overbay, LMFT, welcomes Nate Christensen, APCC, back to the Virtual Couch for his 6th appearance. Tony and Nate discuss David Robson's book “The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Change Your Word,” https://amzn.to/3vbtTCl Robson calls our brains “prediction machines” and says, “It turns out our brains constantly anticipate what will happen next, and this script is incredibly powerful. This does not mean, as some self-help exponents suggest, anything bad is the fault of the individual or that we can just ask the universe for whatever outcome we want; however, there appears to be some benefit in reframing experiences when our beliefs may not be helping us.” Tony and Nate give several examples from the book on the power of mindset, both positive and negative, and then give some tips on how to set yourself best up to take advantage of the power of the brain. Nate Christensen hosts a podcast called “Working Change” along with his wife Marla, and you can contact Nate through Tony's website using the contact form at http://tonyoverbay.com If you are interested in being coached in Tony's upcoming "Magnetic Marriage Podcast," please email him for more information. You will receive free marriage coaching and remain anonymous when the episode airs. Go to http://tonyoverbay.com/workshop to sign up for Tony's "Magnetize Your Marriage" virtual workshop. The cost is only $19, and you'll learn the top 3 things you can do NOW to create a Magnetic Marriage. You can learn more about Tony's pornography recovery program, The Path Back, by visiting http://pathbackrecovery.com And visit http://tonyoverbay.com and sign up to receive updates on upcoming programs and podcasts. Tony mentioned a product that he used to take out all of the "uh's" and "um's" that, in his words, "must be created by wizards and magic!" because it's that good! To learn more about Descript, click here https://descript.com?lmref=bSWcEQ

Ever had something go “down the wrong pipe” while you were eating and you started choking? Why does that happen? Is it dangerous? This episode begins with an explanation. https://bottomlineinc.com/health/diseases-conditions/down-the-wrong-hatch What you expect to happen in your life has a great deal to do with how things turn out. Whether it is your health, happiness, body weight, even how long you live, your expectations determine the outcome to a large degree. That's according to award winning science writer David Robson who has explored the science of expectations and is author of the book The Expectation Effect (https://amzn.to/3KfXZKR). Listen as he explains how having positive expectations can make your life so much better.  When and where was the first pizza made? Why can't anyone make a decent frozen pizza? What ever happened to Godfather's Pizza - Round Table? These are just a few of the questions I explore with food writer Mark Masker author of the book Totally Pizza: The Wild Story of the World's Most Famous Food. (https://amzn.to/3712smr). Probably since the invention of the classroom, students have been reprimanded for doodling. The assumption is that if you are doodling, you are not paying attention. Listen as I explain how that is completely inaccurate https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/02/090226210039.htm# PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! We really like The Jordan Harbinger Show! Check out https://jordanharbinger.com/start OR search for it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen!  Go to https://Indeed.com/Something to claim your $75 credit before March 31st! Sign up for your FREE Novo business checking account RIGHT NOW at https://Novo.co/Something and you'll get access to over $5,000 in perks and discounts! With Avast One, https://avast.com you can confidently take control of your online world without worrying about viruses, phishing attacks, ransomware, hacking attempts, & other cybercrimes! Discover matches all the cash back you've earned at the end of your first year! Learn more at https://discover.com/match Put down your phone when you drive! . Remember U Drive. U Text. U Pay. Brought to you by NHTSA.   Use SheetzGo on the Sheetz app! Just open the app, scan your snacks, tap your payment method and go!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices