Alana Nevins, a producer for the Unthinkable podcast, joins to explore the fascinating topic of learned helplessness. They discuss how this psychological phenomenon can stifle creativity and motivation, revealing surprising experiments involving dogs and humans. Alana dives into how our explanatory style shapes our perspective, impacting personal agency. The conversation also highlights ways to cultivate learned optimism through positive self-talk and reframing narratives, empowering listeners to break free from limiting beliefs and enhance their creative potential.
