Overcoming Fear: Dr. Larry Waldman on PTSD, Business Growth, and Embracing Uncertainty

Elena Apalkova chats with Dr. Larry Waldman about his shift to forensic psychology and a case study on PTSD management. They discuss expanding professional practices, challenges for entrepreneurs, and overcoming fear by taking action. Dr. Waldman shares insights on embracing uncertainty, hospital consulting, and cognitive psychology's role in managing fear. They also cover setting big goals, nurturing a positive inner voice, and seeing failure as a learning opportunity. The episode wraps up with a preview of future discussions with Dr. Waldman. (0:00) Introduction to the episode with Dr. Larry Waldman (0:25) Dr. Larry Waldman’s career and transition to forensic psychology (4:51) Case study on PTSD management in a client (9:51) Expanding professional practice and seizing opportunities (15:09) Challenges for business owners and entrepreneurs (18:25) Overcoming fear and the importance of action (22:28) The risks of comfort zones and decision-making for growth (29:13) Embracing uncertainty in business (33:51) Hospital consulting and speaking experiences (38:09) Cognitive psychology's impact on overcoming fear (41:43) Setting big goals to conquer fear (44:31) Feeding the right inner voice and business ownership (48:38) Embracing failure as a learning tool (50:09) Conclusion and future episodes with Dr. Larry Waldman