Ever feel like you have the talent, but you just can't seem to finish what you start?

In this episode, we’re looking at why we "hit the wall" and quit when things get difficult. It’s a dive into the science of Grit, Resilience, and Hope - tools that many believe we are born with, but research proves we can actually build.

Using the foundational work of Martin Seligman, Carol Dweck, and Angela Duckworth, we explore the shift from "Learned Helplessness" to "Learned Optimism." This is Part 3 of our series on Happiness and Positive Psychology, focusing on the psychological mechanics of achieving your goals and staying the course.

What we cover in this deep dive:

• How to identify your "Explanatory Style" (The story you tell yourself about failure).
• The difference between a Growth Mindset and a Fixed Mindset.
• Why "Hope" isn't just a feeling, but a cognitive skill you can train
• Some takeaways from the book Grit 

Resources: 📖 

• Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance: https://angeladuckworth.com/grit-book/
• Growth mindset article: https://stanfordmag.org/contents/why-mindset-matters
• Rainbows in the mind (Hope theory) https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2003-01827-001
• Good to Great article excerpt: https://www.jimcollins.com/concepts/Stockdale-Concept.html and Optimism and long term outcomes for POW after returning home: https://psycnet.apa.org/buy/2014-37465-001

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