You 2.0: Change Your Story, Change Your Life
Summary
This episode delves into narrative psychology with Jonathan Adler, revealing how the stories we tell about ourselves profoundly shape our mental health and even biological markers. Learn about 'redemption' and 'contamination' narratives, and how consciously reshaping your life's story can lead to greater well-being and a sense of agency. The episode then shifts to negotiation, as Max Bazerman shares insights on overcoming common biases, leveraging cultural contexts, and adopting effective strategies for more favorable and psychologically beneficial outcomes.Episode description
We all tell stories about ourselves, often without realizing we’re doing so. How we frame those stories can profoundly shape our lives. In our latest You 2.0 episode, we bring you a favorite conversation with psychologist Jonathan Adler. He shares how to tell our stories in ways that enhance our wellbeing. Then, Max Bazerman answers your questions about the science of negotiation.
Do you have follow-up questions or ideas that you’d like to share after listening to our conversation with Jonathan Adler? How do you tell the story of your life, and how does that shape the way you see yourself? If you’re comfortable sharing your thoughts and questions with the Hidden Brain audience, please record a voice memo on your phone and email it to us at ideas@hiddenbrain.org. Use the subject line “personal stories.”
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