In this episode, Ross Ellenhorn explores the complexities of why we resist change and what to do about it. As Ross explains in this conversation, “staying the same protects you from the insult of small steps.” He shows us why these tiny steps can sometimes feel insulting and demoralizing. Ross also delves into the fear of raising expectations, the pain of disappointment, and why hope itself can feel threatening

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Key Takeaways:

• Psychological concepts related to change, addiction, hope, disappointment, and self-efficacy.
• The complexities of addiction and the distinction between harmful behaviors and positive attachments.
• The challenges of personal change and the forces that resist it, including fear of disappointment and existential anxiety.
• The concept of “fear of hope” and its impact on motivation and willingness to change.
• The importance of social support and community in the recovery process.
• Critique of current addiction treatment models and the need for a more compassionate, harm reduction approach.
• The role of context in shaping an individual’s ability to change and the limitations of individualistic approaches.
• The significance of incremental change and the value of small steps in personal growth.
• The importance of respecting resistance to change as a form of self-love and preservation.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Ross Ellenhorn, check out these other episodes:

How to Integrate Behavior Change with Your Values with Spencer Greenberg

Tiny Habits for Behavior Change with BJ Fogg

Behavior Change with Dr. John Norcross

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In this episode, Melody Wilding discusses how to create change at work without losing yourself. She challenges the idea that you’re powerless at work, even in tough cultures. If you’ve ever wondered how to navigate office politics, or if there’s a way to work with integrity even when you’re not in charge, this conversation will give you both practical tools and hope.

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Key Takeaways:

• The internal and cultural struggle between hope and despair in the context of global crises.
• The concept of “radical hope” as a resilient form of hope amidst harsh realities.
• The inadequacy of typical positivity in addressing complex real-world problems.
• The need for a new “rational mysticism” suitable for the 21st century.
• The dangers of failing to establish a stable, shared sense of meaning in society.
• The critique of hyper-individualistic and consumer-driven culture in relation to existential risks.
• The historical evolution of existential risk narratives and their implications for modern society.
• The importance of community and connection in fostering healing and growth.
• The challenges of creating secular communities that provide meaningful structure and belonging.
• The potential for a revived Western rational mysticism to address contemporary spiritual needs and crises.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Melody Wilding, check out these other episodes:

How to Simplify Your Life and Find More Fulfillment in Your Work with John Kaag

How to Recognize the Hidden Signs of Burnout with Leah Weiss

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In this episode, Jamie Wheal explores the question of “Can radical hope save us from despair in a fractured world?” He argues that most of the feel-good positivity we are sold is useless when facing real crises, from climate collapse to meaninglessness. But there is a kind of hope that survives contact with brutal reality.

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Key Takeaways:

• The internal and cultural struggle between hope and despair in the context of global crises.
• The concept of “radical hope” as a resilient form of hope amidst harsh realities.
• The inadequacy of typical positivity in addressing complex real-world problems.
• The need for a new “rational mysticism” suitable for the 21st century.
• The dangers of failing to establish a stable, shared sense of meaning in society.
• The critique of hyper-individualistic and consumer-driven culture in relation to existential risks.
• The historical evolution of existential risk narratives and their implications for modern society.
• The importance of community and connection in fostering healing and growth.
• The challenges of creating secular communities that provide meaningful structure and belonging.
• The potential for a revived Western rational mysticism to address contemporary spiritual needs and crises.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Jamie Wheal, check out these other episodes:

How to Overcome Cynicism and Embrace Hope with Jamil Zaki

Human Nature and Hope with Rutger Bregman

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