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59: Shaping Reality and Relationships: The Science of Connection and Expectation (with David Robson)


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Can our expectations about ourselves and others reshape our lives? Science writer David Robson returns to explore how our expectations don’t just change personal outcomes—they influence how we connect with others. Drawing from his books The Laws of Connection and The Expectation Effect, David reveals the hidden psychology behind social interactions and how our misconceptions about what others think can hold us back. Igor delves into how expectations can foster or hinder meaningful relationships, David explains how small mindset shifts can help overcome social anxiety, and Charles reflects on why connecting with strangers can be easier (and more rewarding) than we think. Welcome to Episode 59.

Special Guest: David Robson.

Links:

  • David Robson's Website
  • How your expectations can transform your life | BBC Radio 4 (article)
  • The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies That Will Transform Your Life | Book
  • The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Change Your World | Book
  • David Robson's Column | The New Scientist
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