I grew up in America in the 60s and 70s, and I kind of came with age politically. How did they get successful? A small group of people initially formed. It took generations. And part of what's very hopeful is to realize that numerous coalitions have formed at scale to drive systemic change. They didn't have purity tests. Basically, if you were for the central issue, that was good enough. You know, there are many examples of that also just thinking recently about remember how there used to be a hole in the ozone layer, vaguely in the past.
What if there was a game-changing relationship practice or tool or strategy that was capable of not only transforming your personal relationships, even the really tense one, but also your relationship with yourself, and even with the way to respond to others, even complete strangers, and embrace shaping the world to be a better place?
Turns out, there just might be. And, this is where we’re headed today with my guest, Rick Hanson. As a psychologist, best-selling author, and expert on positive neuroplasticity, Rick has lectured at some of the world's top institutions and is here to share his insights on how to warm your heart, see the person behind the eyes, and ultimately shape the world to be a better place.
TW: brief mention of suicidal thoughts
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