The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Malala on Burnout, Guilt and How to Disagree Better
Jul 11, 2022
Malala Yousafzai, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and fierce advocate for girls' education, opens up about the reality of burnout in high-stakes activism. She discusses the guilt that often comes with needing personal time off and shares practical tips for maintaining work/life balance. The conversation also highlights the importance of empathy in bridging divides, especially when confronting opposing views on women's rights. Malala's poignant insights on self-care and resilience during challenging times are sure to inspire and empower.
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Pandemic Challenges
- Malala discusses the challenges of remote university during the pandemic, including taking exams and graduating from home.
- She also highlights the disproportionate impact on girls' education globally, with 20 million more girls at risk of dropping out.
Authentic Activism
- Reflect your activist message in your actions and how you live.
- Ask tough questions, make tough choices, and be the change you want to see.
Swat Valley Experience
- Malala recounts the Taliban's ban on girls' education and public presence in Swat Valley.
- This personal experience fuels her sense of responsibility to advocate for girls' education worldwide.
