Episode
How To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
1:51:50
Published: Fri May 28 2021
Description
“Greatness is realizing your full powers of your entire being."Today's guest is humanistic psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman. He received a P.h.D. in cognitive science from Yale University and has taught at Columbia , NYU, the University of Pennsylvania. He hosts The Psychology Podcast and is author of 9 books, including his new book, Transcend: The New Science of Self-Actualization. In 2015, he was named one of "50 Groundbreaking Scientists who are changing the way we see the world" by Business InsiderIn this episode Lewis and Scott discuss Scott’s revision of the hierarchy of needs and what it means to be fully human, the best psychological practices to help you improve your life, how to discover your purpose and define your core belief system, why self-doubt destroys our ability to achieve greatness, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1116Check out his book: Transcend: The New Science of Self-ActualizationCheck out his website: www.scottbarrykaufman.com Check out his podcast: The Phycology Podcast The Power of Erotic Intelligence with Esther Perel: https://link.chtbl.com/732-podFind Lasting Love with Matthew Hussey: https://link.chtbl.com/811-pod
Chapters
The School of Greatness podcast, hosted by Lewis Howes, features inspiring guests and messages to help listeners unlock their inner greatness, discover their purpose, and define their core belief system.
00:00 - 02:25 (02:25)
Summary
The School of Greatness podcast, hosted by Lewis Howes, features inspiring guests and messages to help listeners unlock their inner greatness, discover their purpose, and define their core belief system.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is a pyramid that delineates the various levels of needs that one needs to fulfill in order to be able to focus on self-actualization, which is becoming all that you are uniquely capable of becoming.
02:25 - 07:57 (05:31)
Summary
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is a pyramid that delineates the various levels of needs that one needs to fulfill in order to be able to focus on self-actualization, which is becoming all that you are uniquely capable of becoming.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast discusses the concept of "unhealthy transcendence" versus "healthy transcendence", and how gurus who preach transcendence might not have a solid foundation for their teachings.
07:57 - 11:59 (04:01)
Summary
The podcast discusses the concept of "unhealthy transcendence" versus "healthy transcendence", and how gurus who preach transcendence might not have a solid foundation for their teachings.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
This episode explores the deficiency realm of human existence which refers to the needs for safety, connection, and self-esteem, and how they work together as a system.
11:59 - 19:05 (07:06)
Summary
This episode explores the deficiency realm of human existence which refers to the needs for safety, connection, and self-esteem, and how they work together as a system. The speaker also discusses how some people are able to overcome their fears and grow while others are not.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The healthiest form of self-esteem is an outgrowth of natural pride in something you have built, achieved mastery in, or gained through social relationships.
19:05 - 23:09 (04:04)
Summary
The healthiest form of self-esteem is an outgrowth of natural pride in something you have built, achieved mastery in, or gained through social relationships. Focusing on self-esteem itself as the goal can lead to mental health issues, while framing life in a way that allows for risk-taking and growth can lead to authentic pride and genuine confidence.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this episode, the speaker talks about the importance of self-actualization and finding one's unique path to a life well-lived, rather than just "flashing and burning".
23:09 - 28:11 (05:01)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker talks about the importance of self-actualization and finding one's unique path to a life well-lived, rather than just "flashing and burning".
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast discusses how people can be confident without being narcissistic and entitled to special privileges.
28:11 - 32:59 (04:47)
Summary
The podcast discusses how people can be confident without being narcissistic and entitled to special privileges. Moreover, it highlights how people who score high in narcissistic characteristics exhibit unjustified behaviors in various situations.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The assumption of starting from a place of low self-worth can be detrimental to our wellbeing as it puts a cap on what we believe we are capable of, ultimately limiting our experiences.
32:59 - 36:18 (03:19)
Summary
The assumption of starting from a place of low self-worth can be detrimental to our wellbeing as it puts a cap on what we believe we are capable of, ultimately limiting our experiences. This mindset also perpetuates a cycle of conditional love and attractiveness.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
This transcript excerpt features a person recounting a conversation they had with someone's people about their neediness and how they ended up reconnecting after a few years.
36:18 - 40:50 (04:31)
Summary
This transcript excerpt features a person recounting a conversation they had with someone's people about their neediness and how they ended up reconnecting after a few years.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The desire to feel in control can manifest in various situations, even if it means taking on traumatic experiences, as humans inherently want to feel like they made the choice.
40:50 - 44:24 (03:34)
Summary
The desire to feel in control can manifest in various situations, even if it means taking on traumatic experiences, as humans inherently want to feel like they made the choice.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Researchers have found a correlation between high scores on a scale of Buddha non-attachment and secure attachment for attachment theory.
44:24 - 48:09 (03:45)
Summary
Researchers have found a correlation between high scores on a scale of Buddha non-attachment and secure attachment for attachment theory. This suggests a potential link between Eastern and Western philosophies surrounding attachment and relationships.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The deficiency needs (D-realm) should not be separated from the being needs (B-realm), and it is important to satisfy deficiency needs before moving on to the being needs.
48:09 - 50:55 (02:46)
Summary
The deficiency needs (D-realm) should not be separated from the being needs (B-realm), and it is important to satisfy deficiency needs before moving on to the being needs. However, deliberately entering the being realm can help individuals move away from the deficiency world.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The importance of choosing growth over fear in our daily lives, reflecting on our mortality, and avoiding conceited behavior to achieve personal growth.
50:55 - 56:10 (05:15)
Summary
The importance of choosing growth over fear in our daily lives, reflecting on our mortality, and avoiding conceited behavior to achieve personal growth.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker discusses the importance of being open-minded and finding a partner who shares similar values and openness.
56:10 - 1:01:23 (05:13)
Summary
The speaker discusses the importance of being open-minded and finding a partner who shares similar values and openness. They also touch upon the idea of exploring oneself within a relationship.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker expresses uncertainty about whether to prioritize putting time and energy into a relationship or their mission in life.
1:01:23 - 1:05:52 (04:29)
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The speaker expresses uncertainty about whether to prioritize putting time and energy into a relationship or their mission in life.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
By listening outside of ourselves and recognizing our skill set, we can discover our callings and find a life adventure partner.
1:05:52 - 1:08:34 (02:42)
Summary
By listening outside of ourselves and recognizing our skill set, we can discover our callings and find a life adventure partner. It's important to be still and listen instead of constantly reacting to things on our phones.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
By being purposeful in our everyday actions, such as contributing to others, working on ourselves, and finding joy in the small moments, we can develop a sense of purpose in our lives.
1:08:34 - 1:12:29 (03:55)
Summary
By being purposeful in our everyday actions, such as contributing to others, working on ourselves, and finding joy in the small moments, we can develop a sense of purpose in our lives.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Having a sense of self-belief is crucial to fulfilling one's potential or purpose.
1:12:29 - 1:17:13 (04:44)
Summary
Having a sense of self-belief is crucial to fulfilling one's potential or purpose. By building core confidence and eliminating self-doubt, one can overcome obstacles that may come their way.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Marc Champagne, co-founder of the company KYŌ, talks about the importance of self-talk, including how he created a personal contract with himself and the evidence he found to reinforce it.
1:17:13 - 1:20:37 (03:24)
Summary
Marc Champagne, co-founder of the company KYŌ, talks about the importance of self-talk, including how he created a personal contract with himself and the evidence he found to reinforce it.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast host talks about how people can start to generalize a fear of a whole general class of something, whether it's a whole general class of people or a whole general class of water, slowly integrating yourself into the world, into the thing that you fear the most.
1:20:37 - 1:26:42 (06:05)
Summary
The podcast host talks about how people can start to generalize a fear of a whole general class of something, whether it's a whole general class of people or a whole general class of water, slowly integrating yourself into the world, into the thing that you fear the most.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The key to personal growth is determining what will lead to greater wholeness and integration, and practicing habits and patterns that move in that direction.
1:26:42 - 1:30:22 (03:40)
Summary
The key to personal growth is determining what will lead to greater wholeness and integration, and practicing habits and patterns that move in that direction.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A discussion about the brain's response to certain situations and how it doesn't reveal any deep core since the prefrontal cortex isn't forever deactivated.
1:30:22 - 1:33:56 (03:34)
Summary
A discussion about the brain's response to certain situations and how it doesn't reveal any deep core since the prefrontal cortex isn't forever deactivated.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Introverted people tend to become more vulnerable narcissists, while extroverted people tend to become grandiose narcissists, and they both exhibit different behavior patterns.
1:33:56 - 1:38:42 (04:46)
Summary
Introverted people tend to become more vulnerable narcissists, while extroverted people tend to become grandiose narcissists, and they both exhibit different behavior patterns.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker shares his experience of realizing the importance of being alone, learning to enjoy his own company, and being grateful for having space and time to himself.
1:38:42 - 1:41:19 (02:37)
Summary
The speaker shares his experience of realizing the importance of being alone, learning to enjoy his own company, and being grateful for having space and time to himself.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this podcast episode, the guest discusses the topic of self-actualization and shares insights from his book 'Transcend: The New Science of Self-Actualization' by Scott Barry Kaufman.
1:41:19 - 1:47:32 (06:13)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the guest discusses the topic of self-actualization and shares insights from his book 'Transcend: The New Science of Self-Actualization' by Scott Barry Kaufman. He emphasizes on finding your own path, owning it, and creating yourself the way you want to be.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Scott Barry Kaufman and Lewis Howes discuss the importance of being present and dropping narcissism in interviews to have maximum positive impact on the world.
1:47:32 - 1:50:21 (02:49)
Summary
Scott Barry Kaufman and Lewis Howes discuss the importance of being present and dropping narcissism in interviews to have maximum positive impact on the world.
EpisodeHow To Discover & Unlock Your Fullest Potential w/Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman EP 1116
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The journey towards achieving goals and dreams can be more fulfilling than the accomplishments themselves.
1:50:21 - 1:51:39 (01:18)
Summary
The journey towards achieving goals and dreams can be more fulfilling than the accomplishments themselves. Embracing daily moments of growth and finding joy in the process is essential to a rich and rewarding life.