Welcome to this episode of the podcast, where I have the privilege of speaking with Professor Ian Robertson, an esteemed psychologist and brain researcher. Ian is a Professor Emeritus in Psychology at Trinity College and was the founding director of Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience. He is Co-Director of the Global Brain Health Institute, a Member of the Royal Irish Academy, and a Member of Acadamia Europea.
Ian is a highly-cited researcher on the brain's attention systems, and his most recent book, How Confidence Works: the new science of self-belief, published by Penguin in 2021, is a widely-translated popular science book. In this episode, we delve into a range of topics, exploring the fascinating intricacies of the brain's response to stress and the connection between confidence, attention, and mindset.
Additionally, we explore the concepts of confidence, optimism, and self-esteem, and their relationship to attention and anxiety. We delve into the importance of a growth mindset and discuss how to build confidence effectively.
In this episode, Ian and I explore the questions and issues around the following:
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REFERENCES:
S2 E18: Learning the Whole Brain Approach to Leadership & Resilience: Interview with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor - New York Times Best Selling Author & Neuroscientist
S2 E21: How to Escape the Addiction of Substances, Behaviours & Mindsets. Interview with Dr. Anne Lembke - Neuroscientist & Author
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