In this episode, the speaker shares how a teacher labeled him as having a "broken brain" at a young age and how this affected his learning. He discusses how societal expectations and environmental factors can lead individuals to believe that their intelligence is fixed, hindering personal and professional growth.
The host talks about his experience with a broken brain and how it has affected his life. He also discusses the commonly believed misconception that intelligence is fixed.
The speaker reflects on their own sensitivity as a child and how they learned to cope with it by desensitizing themselves to the world around them.
The speaker shares how anxiety has affected her in different moments of her life, such as during competitions or while being coached, and how it can make it hard to live in the present and be confident in oneself.
The podcast host and guest discuss the impact that early education and techniques can have on one's success in life, using Usain Bolt as an example.