Hidden Brain Wellness 2.0: Who Do You Want To Be?
Jan 13, 2025
Ken Sheldon, a psychology professor at the University of Missouri renowned for his research on goal-setting, discusses the challenges of making choices that align with our true values. He emphasizes the influence of parents and society on our aspirations and the importance of self-reflection. Listeners learn how to navigate societal pressures, identify meaningful goals, and the transformative journey toward authenticity. The conversation highlights the struggle to reconcile personal desires with external expectations for a more fulfilling life.
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Band Failure
- Ken Sheldon aimed to become a musician after college, forming a band in Seattle.
- The band failed due to differing goals, lack of commitment, and interpersonal conflicts.
Existential Psychotherapy
- After his band's failure, Ken Sheldon pursued a master's in existential phenomenological psychotherapy.
- He dropped out after a year, realizing it wouldn't provide the answers he sought.
EST Training Disappointment
- Feeling lost, Ken joined the EST training, a 60-hour self-help course.
- The promised "guaranteed enlightenment" turned out to be a letdown, leaving participants feeling deceived.
