The School of Greatness

How To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116

May 28, 2021

In this discussion with Scott Barry Kaufman, a renowned humanistic psychologist and author, listeners dive into the concept of self-actualization. He revises Maslow's hierarchy of needs, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and community for personal growth. Kaufman highlights the role of resilience and embracing failure in achieving greatness, while also exploring how self-belief can overcome self-doubt. The conversation touches on love, connections, and the transformative journey towards authenticity and fulfilling one's potential.

01:51:50

Creator website

Episode guests

Scott Barry Kaufman

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

4min

Navigating Maslow's Needs

18min

Embracing Failure on the Path to Success

3min

Building True Self-Esteem

14min

Love and Attraction: Beyond Neediness

3min

Facing Fears Through Salsa Dancing

4min

The Psychology of Attraction and Neediness

4min

Detachment and Personal Growth

16min

Affordable Supplements and the Importance of Support Systems

3min

10.

Navigating Love and Purpose

11min

11.

Empowering Self-Belief: Overcoming Doubts and Fears

21min

12.

Exploring Vulnerable Narcissism and Self-Actualization

11min

13.

Exploring Self-Actualization and Life's Essential Lessons

2min

14.

Embracing Authenticity and Greatness

3min

15.

Embracing the Journey of Growth and Self-Worth

3min

“Greatness is realizing your full powers of your entire being."

Today's guest is humanistic psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman. He received a P.h.D. in cognitive science from Yale University and has taught at Columbia , NYU, the University of Pennsylvania. He hosts The Psychology Podcast and is author of 9 books, including his new book, Transcend: The New Science of Self-Actualization. In 2015, he was named one of "50 Groundbreaking Scientists who are changing the way we see the world" by Business Insider

In this episode Lewis and Scott discuss Scott’s revision of the hierarchy of needs and what it means to be fully human, the best psychological practices to help you improve your life, how to discover your purpose and define your core belief system, why self-doubt destroys our ability to achieve greatness, and so much more!

For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1116

Check out his book: Transcend: The New Science of Self-Actualization

Check out his website: www.scottbarrykaufman.com

Check out his podcast: The Phycology Podcast

The Power of Erotic Intelligence with Esther Perel: https://link.chtbl.com/732-pod

Find Lasting Love with Matthew Hussey: https://link.chtbl.com/811-pod

Get more from Lewis!

Get my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!

Get The Greatness Mindset audiobook on Spotify

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.

The School of Greatness

How To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential ﻿﻿w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116

Episode guests

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

How To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116