The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish (#198) #1 Psychologist: Toolkit to Accomplish Your Hardest Goals
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Jul 9, 2024 
Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist and former White House Senior Advisor, shares her journey from aspiring Juilliard violinist to leading in behavioral science. She delves into how identity shapes personal transformation and goal achievement. Shankar emphasizes the importance of a flexible self-perception and offers strategies for setting goals rooted in one's identity. The conversation also touches on the role of empathy in success, making it a rich exploration of human motivation and growth.
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Juilliard Audition
- Maya Shankar's mom took her to Juilliard unannounced, leading to an impromptu audition.
- This experience taught Shankar the importance of being proactive and pursuing opportunities.
Identity Crisis
- A hand injury ended Shankar's violin career, causing an identity crisis.
- This led her to study identity, realizing how deeply her sense of self was tied to the violin.
Defining Identity
- Identity is a complex philosophical question explored through expanding one's sense of self.
- It is shaped by random life events and how we've been challenged, not always comprehensive or accurate.
