10% Happier with Dan Harris The Science of Hope | Jacqueline Mattis
Apr 21, 2021
Dr. Jacqueline Mattis, a clinical psychologist and Dean of Faculty at Rutgers University, shares her expertise on the science of hope. She discusses five strategies to cultivate hope as a skill, rather than mere optimism. The conversation highlights how community support and individual narratives can foster resilience, especially in challenging environments. Mattis emphasizes the importance of goal-setting and reframing personal stories to combat fear. Listeners gain insights into the interplay of hope, spirituality, and compassion, essential for navigating adversity.
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Family Faith
- Jacqueline Mattis's mother emphasized faith's role in their family's rise from slavery to academic success.
- This upbringing instilled in Mattis a belief in optimism even when circumstances seem bleak.
Faith-Based Altruism
- Mattis's family fostered numerous children despite limited resources, demonstrating faith-driven compassion.
- This ingrained a belief in providing love and expecting provision, regardless of circumstances.
Spirituality and Altruism
- People can be motivated to help others without religious faith through spirituality.
- Spirituality, a belief in life's sacredness, can drive hope and altruism regardless of religious beliefs.