

Optimize Interview: The Psychology of Possibility with Ellen Langer
Feb 6, 2020
Ellen Langer, a pioneering psychology professor at Harvard and author of influential works on mindfulness, shares her insights on the transformative power of mindset. She challenges conventional views on aging, suggesting that with a shift in perception, remarkable health improvements are within reach. Langer discusses the value of embracing uncertainty and mistakes as vital for growth, the importance of noticing our surroundings to enhance connections, and how mindfulness can enrich everyday experiences, ultimately fostering a deeper sense of well-being.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Psychology of Possibility
01:42 • 21min
Embracing Uncertainty and Mistakes
22:57 • 4min
Transformative Mindfulness
27:25 • 9min
The Power of Noticing: Rethinking Assumptions and Connections
36:27 • 2min
Mindfulness in Performance and Connection
38:42 • 3min
Embracing Mistakes: The Joy of Mindfulness and Learning
41:56 • 3min