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Mentioned in 20 episodes

The Expectation Effect

How Your Mindset Can Change Your World

Book • 2023

In 'The Expectation Effect', David Robson delves into the cutting-edge science of how our mindset influences every facet of our lives.

The book highlights the power of the expectation effect, where what we believe can significantly impact our reality.

Robson discusses topics such as the placebo and nocebo effects, how expectations can affect health outcomes, and how reframing our thoughts can improve fitness, reduce anxiety, and even extend our lives.

The book is backed by extensive research and provides practical advice on managing expectations to achieve a better life.

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

Richard Shotton

Mentioned in 20 episodes

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

about the power of expectations over genes, based on a study in the book.

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Recommended by

Mel Robbins

, describing it as being closely aligned with

Chris Williamson

's interests.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as one of the best books he read this year.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a fantastic book with awesome insights, referencing its numerous studies and stories.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

when discussing books to read before you die.

#793 - Menno Henselmans - The New Science Of Using Protein To Build Muscle

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

in relation to the impact of expectations on performance.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a book recommended by him.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a book he read this year, highlighting the impact of expectations on our bodies and minds.

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Mentioned by

James Smith

to illustrate the power of expectations on outcomes, using a study on the placebo effect.

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Mentioned by J Colin 17 as a book they are currently reading and enjoying.

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Recommended by

Chris Williamson

as a book on the expectation effect.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a book that completely changed his worldview on how we frame events and their impact.

#456 - David Robson - The Psychological Power Of Expectations

Mentioned by

Richard Shotton

as an amazing book exploring how expectations become self-fulfilling.

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Mentioned by

Brett McKay

as the author of the book discussed in the podcast.

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Mentioned by

Colin Campbell

while discussing lessons learned from various podcast guests.

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Mentioned by

James Smith

while discussing the importance of understanding and addressing deep-rooted problems for lasting motivation.

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Mentioned by

James Smith

, explaining that our expectations of something has a massive impact on how we feel from it.

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Recommended by

Brad Fanestil

to illustrate the power of the brain and how expectations can influence outcomes.

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Mentioned by

Tim Harford

as the author of a new book on the power of expectations.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

when discussing books he reads to prepare for podcast interviews.

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