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What Motivates Us: Cognitive Scientist Dr. Maya Shankar on the Power of Change, Habit Formation, And Behavioral Science
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Overcoming Identity Foreclosure
The speaker discusses how they underwent a shift in perspective after a life-altering injury ended their career as a violinist at the age of 15. They reflect on the concept of identity foreclosure from cognitive science, which describes prematurely locking oneself into a singular identity without exploring other possible roles. The speaker acknowledged falling into this trap, identifying solely as a violinist before considering themselves as an individual. Over time and with the study of cognitive science, they began to understand the psychological processes involved in this shift.
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