From Helplessness to Hope
Martin discusses the evolution of his understanding of learned helplessness, revealing that the default response to adversity is often helplessness, but humans possess the unique ability to learn hope and agency. This shift from focusing on fear and struggle to embracing meaning, control, and hope reflects a broader transformation in psychology and human progress. The conversation highlights the importance of the prefrontal cortex in fostering hope through learning and cultural influences.In this clip
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Martin Seligman || From Learned Helplessness to Learned Hopefulness
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