42courses Podcast Ian Robertson: How Confidence Works
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Oct 10, 2023 
Professor Ian Robertson discusses the inner workings of confidence and its impact on our self-belief. Topics include brain plasticity, reducing dementia, the importance of stimulation and engagement for individuals with dementia, how confidence acts as a self-fulfilling prophecy, the relationship between introversion and confidence, factors that influence confidence, and the dangers of overconfidence.
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Early Passion for Brain Science
- Ian Robertson loved the psychiatric drama Human Jungle as a child and initially wanted to be a psychiatrist. - He eventually switched to psychology due to disliking medicine and blood, leading to a lifelong passion for brain science.
Confidence as Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
- Confidence is a self-fulfilling prophecy that shapes the brain to improve outcomes. - It fuels boldness, reduces anxiety, enhances motivation, and acts as a bridge to future achievements.
Reframe Anxiety as Excitement
- Label your physiological arousal as excitement instead of anxiety to improve performance. - Acting despite fear builds courage and robust confidence.