In this episode, host Ana Melikian explores the concept of choice and its impact on our lives. She delves into the idea of always having a choice, examining it from different angles and shedding light on its complexities.
Ana discusses the powerful message present in the work of authors like Edith Eva Eger and Viktor Frankl, highlighting the nuanced understanding of choice in the face of challenging life circumstances. She also delves into the concept of choice overload and the impact of decision-making paralysis in our daily lives.
Throughout the episode, Ana emphasizes the importance of recognizing the power of choice in shaping our responses to life's challenges, even when circumstances are beyond our control. She encourages listeners to consider the wisdom in knowing when to choose and when to allow autopilot to guide our actions.
Let's dive in!
This week on The Mindset Zone:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:56 Questioning the Simplistic Notion of "We Always Have a Choice"
03:21 The Depth of Choice in the Context of Life Circumstances
08:38 Exploring the Paradox of Choice Overload
11:49 The Role of Autopilot in Our Lives
14:04 The Power of Response
16:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Meet your Host:
Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.
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Set a time to speak with Ana HERE and learn about your (or your team's) burnout risk and how to enhance well-being, effectiveness, and teamwork!
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Resources:
The Choice by Edith Eva Eger
The Gift by Edith Eva Eger
Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz
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