Episode
E211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
Description
Is the cup of life half full or half empty? Would you call yourself an optimist or a pessimist? What if you weren’t actually in control of this, but instead through the process of evolution your brain had been hardwired to be optimistic? Neuroscientist Dr. Tali Sharot calls this the ‘Optimism Bias’, it’s the belief that the future will be better, much better, than what has come before or even your current situation. This trick of the brain can effect how you remember the past and how you predict and plan for the future. In this episode, Dr. Tali Sharot discusses her groundbreaking work and the impacts it can have on all areas of your life, from relationships to career decisions. If you want to understand the mysteries of your brain this is a conversation not to be missed. Topics: Your professional background What really matters in our lives How do we dive into uncertainty How to become more optimistic Influencing people How to motivate people The optimism bias How contagious is optimism or pessimism ? How real is manifesting If someones negative how do I make them positive Happiness throughout our life Children impacting our happiness Marriage impacting our happiness Fearing people into action The role stress plays in peoples actions What are you working on next Tali’s books: https://bit.ly/3XcChxF Watch the episodes on Youtube: https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsb Follow: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CXkF0d Twitter: https://bit.ly/3ss7pM0 Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3z3CSYM Telegram: https://g2ul0.app.link/SBExclusiveCommun Sponsors: Huel - https://g2ul0.app.link/G4RjcdKNKsb Intel - https://intel.ly/3UIYxxT BlueJeans - https://g2ul0.app.link/NCgpGjVNKsb Craftd - https://g2ul0.app.link/gZ8in6Dsvsb
Chapters
Dr. Tali Sharot discusses how having a positive outlook can lead to better decision making, improved relationships, and even a higher salary.
00:00 - 01:51 (01:51)
Summary
Dr. Tali Sharot discusses how having a positive outlook can lead to better decision making, improved relationships, and even a higher salary. The podcast host includes a plea for listeners to hit the follow button on their app if they enjoy the show.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Our choices may not always lead to happiness, but they often bring variety and adventure into our lives, two other factors that contribute to a good life.
01:56 - 08:26 (06:30)
Summary
Our choices may not always lead to happiness, but they often bring variety and adventure into our lives, two other factors that contribute to a good life. The pursuit of happiness may not be our only motivation, as diversity and new experiences can also bring fulfillment.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
A study shows that people are more likely to change if they have support from a friend or mentor, which increases the chances of them being 25% happier after making the change.
08:26 - 12:53 (04:27)
Summary
A study shows that people are more likely to change if they have support from a friend or mentor, which increases the chances of them being 25% happier after making the change. It’s important to help support people through the changes they may want to make in their life.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Making a choice can enhance a sense of agency, sense of control and commitment to that option.
12:53 - 16:31 (03:38)
Summary
Making a choice can enhance a sense of agency, sense of control and commitment to that option. Being optimistic about a choice can lead to more willingness to try it out.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
This episode discusses the concept of control and its relationship with well-being and anxiety, as well as the importance of perception in providing a sense of agency.
16:31 - 20:07 (03:35)
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This episode discusses the concept of control and its relationship with well-being and anxiety, as well as the importance of perception in providing a sense of agency. The hosts also touch on the topic of safety instructions before flights.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Confirmation bias is a tendency to search for and interpret information in a way that confirms our preexisting beliefs.
20:07 - 26:42 (06:35)
Summary
Confirmation bias is a tendency to search for and interpret information in a way that confirms our preexisting beliefs. Overcoming it involves considering opposing views and seeking out new perspectives.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The best way to communicate is by seeing things from the other person's point of view and being understanding.
26:42 - 30:02 (03:20)
Summary
The best way to communicate is by seeing things from the other person's point of view and being understanding. By doing so, you can open the door to conversation instead of closing it.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The use of data and figures to convey a message can sometimes fall short in the face of emotional reactions.
30:02 - 36:29 (06:26)
Summary
The use of data and figures to convey a message can sometimes fall short in the face of emotional reactions. Understanding human behavior and emotions is key to effective communication in political and social campaigns.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The optimism bias is the tendency to overestimate the likelihood of positive events happening in the future even if there is no evidence to support it.
36:29 - 43:06 (06:37)
Summary
The optimism bias is the tendency to overestimate the likelihood of positive events happening in the future even if there is no evidence to support it. This bias can have positive effects on mental health and well-being.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Harvard conducted a study asking people about their happiness levels every day for a week before, during, and after their vacation.
43:06 - 47:26 (04:20)
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Harvard conducted a study asking people about their happiness levels every day for a week before, during, and after their vacation. The results showed that people were happier during their vacation and two weeks after compared to their happiness levels before their vacation.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Stereotypes and self-fulfilling prophecies can significantly impact the performance of individuals.
47:26 - 53:21 (05:55)
Summary
Stereotypes and self-fulfilling prophecies can significantly impact the performance of individuals. For example, studies have shown that women who are reminded of their gender before a math exam tend to perform poorly, highlighting the role of stereotypes in shaping our beliefs and behavior.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
There is a suggested link between optimism and success, particularly in entrepreneurship.
53:21 - 59:20 (05:59)
Summary
There is a suggested link between optimism and success, particularly in entrepreneurship. Optimistic people are more likely to take risks and chances, but whether optimism is the reason or result of being an entrepreneur remains unclear.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The way we interpret events in our lives can have a powerful impact on our future outcomes.
59:20 - 1:04:42 (05:21)
Summary
The way we interpret events in our lives can have a powerful impact on our future outcomes. By reframing negative experiences and recognizing positive traits or skills, we can change our explanatory style and improve our overall well-being.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
A discussion about the surprising joys of having children and how it can bring happiness to parents.
1:04:42 - 1:08:41 (03:59)
Summary
A discussion about the surprising joys of having children and how it can bring happiness to parents.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The influential mind book's findings on how fear and scare tactics can be used to encourage action in individuals and teams has a basis in neuroscience and can be applied to various situations, including financial decision-making.
1:08:41 - 1:15:49 (07:08)
Summary
The influential mind book's findings on how fear and scare tactics can be used to encourage action in individuals and teams has a basis in neuroscience and can be applied to various situations, including financial decision-making.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
This episode explores the relationship between stress and the brain, the optimal level of stress for productivity, and the role of stress in organizations and companies.
1:15:49 - 1:21:25 (05:36)
Summary
This episode explores the relationship between stress and the brain, the optimal level of stress for productivity, and the role of stress in organizations and companies.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Exercise has been proven by research to be effective in reducing stress.
1:21:25 - 1:27:32 (06:06)
Summary
Exercise has been proven by research to be effective in reducing stress. Simple habits like working out for an hour a day can greatly impact one's health and well-being.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the concept of-resparkling, a term they got from Julia Roberts, which refers to taking time away from your partner to reignite your spark and appreciate what you have.
1:27:32 - 1:32:40 (05:07)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the concept of-resparkling, a term they got from Julia Roberts, which refers to taking time away from your partner to reignite your spark and appreciate what you have. They advise imagining life without your partner to realize how much you value them.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
In this podcast, the speaker talks about the concept of "desire management" in relationships, and how it is important to actively manage the desire in the early phase of a relationship.
1:32:40 - 1:36:01 (03:21)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker talks about the concept of "desire management" in relationships, and how it is important to actively manage the desire in the early phase of a relationship. He also shares an experience of seeing his partner hypnotize people during a breathwork session in London.
EpisodeE211: No.1 Neuroscientist: How To Increase Your Salary By $33,000 With One Small Change! - Doctor Tali Sharot
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Crafted jewellery offers high-quality, aesthetically beautiful, and on-trend male jewellery that holds high meaning for the wearer.
1:36:01 - 1:38:21 (02:19)
Summary
Crafted jewellery offers high-quality, aesthetically beautiful, and on-trend male jewellery that holds high meaning for the wearer. However, an advertisement for gluten-free products was also mentioned in the transcript.