Dr. Michael Gervais, a psychologist and expert on the mind and human performance, shares insights on personal empowerment and creating a better world. Topics include improving the way we respond to challenges, developing mental skills, being present in the moment, self-love and kindness, and a competition to invest in inner life and mental skills.
Developing mental skills leads to personal empowerment and the ability to navigate challenges effectively.
Building mental skills and being present aligns actions with core values, fostering compassion and contributing to a just world.
Deep dives
The Importance of Building Mental Skills for Personal and Professional Success
Dr. Michael Gervais, a renowned expert on the mind and human performance, discusses the significance of developing mental skills and practices to thrive in high-pressure environments. He highlights the importance of clarity in first principles and having a clear vision of who you want to become. Dr. Gervais emphasizes the role of mental skills such as being calm and confident, deep focus, optimism, and awareness in achieving peak performance. He encourages individuals to train their minds alongside their craft and body to navigate challenging situations and be fully present, which leads to creativity and better performance.
The Relationship Between Developing Mental Skills and Creating a Better World
Dr. Gervais explains that building mental skills not only enhances personal success but also contributes to creating a more compassionate and just world. He emphasizes the importance of understanding oneself and relating to experiences in an honest and compassionate manner. By developing mental skills and being present, individuals can align their actions with their core values and treat others with integrity and dignity. Dr. Gervais encourages the practice of mindfulness, journaling, and engaging in conversations with wise individuals to increase self-awareness and strengthen relational skills. He highlights the role of relationships and interactions in personal growth and transformation.
Dr. Gervais' Journey Towards Dietary Consciousness and Compassion
Dr. Gervais shares his personal experience and reflection on his dietary choices, influenced by his conversation with Dr. Joy about carnism and building awareness. He discusses transitioning from being a vegan and vegetarian to reintroducing certain meats while maintaining a compassionate relationship with animals. Dr. Gervais acknowledges the profound impact of Dr. Joy's insights and commitment to creating a better world as it prompted him to reconsider his own choices. He expresses his gratitude for the compassion-driven awakening and commits to exploring the connection between compassion, values, and dietary choices.
Introducing the Online Course 'Finding Your Best'
Dr. Gervais introduces his online course, 'Finding Your Best,' where he shares insights and techniques from his years of working with elite performers. The course focuses on developing mental skills, personal philosophy, mindfulness, recovery practices, and the essential components of self-awareness. Participants have the opportunity to learn from Dr. Gervais and engage with a supportive community. He announces a competition among the Just Beings podcast community, offering the chance to win free access to the course by sharing why investing in their inner lives can contribute to making the world a better place.
Psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais, a world-renowned expert on the relationship between the mind and human performance, has cracked the code of how ordinary people can do extraordinary things. By becoming more present, we can improve the way we respond to challenges in our personal lives as well as injustices in the world around us. In this week’s episode, he joins Melanie to share insights into how we can change the way we think so that we find personal empowerment and can help create a better world.
Learn more about Michael’s Finding Your Best online course here. To enter the contest for a chance to win free access to the course, visit the Just Beings Instagram account.