If you’re like most of us, your internal panic button can be triggered far too easily, even on those days that are peppered with simple pleasant moments.

When we enter this 'red zone' fear, frustration or feelings of inadequacy can engulf us. This state of mind is exhausting and depleting. As you’ll hear we all have a hardwired negativity bias, largely due to the evolution of our brain. The welcomed news is that we can overwrite this outdated mental habit and the process is really enjoyable.

In this episode of the Leadium podcast, Sharon Longridge interviews Dr Rick Hanson, a psychologist and New York Times best-selling author. His books include Resilient, Hardwiring Happiness, Buddha’s Brain, Just One Thing, Mother Nurture, and the most recently published Neurodharma. He’s been an invited speaker at major universities including Oxford, Stanford and Harvard. His work has been widely featured across global media networks. Rick is a long-term contemplative practitioner and has taught at meditation centres across the world. 

Dr Rick Hanson explains the science of positive neuroplasticity and how we can skillfully use our attention to reshape our brain. The impact of this powerful and accessible practice is growing inner resources such as grit, gratitude, self-confidence and self-worth. These attributes are essential to sustained resilience, performance and peace-of-mind.

What we cover

• Evolution of our brain - the remnants of the lizard, mouse and monkey
• Red and the Green zone - decoding the reactive and responsive modes of the mind
• Meeting our core needs - safety, satisfaction and connection
• The brain’s negativity bias - why tough moments get stuck your head
• Positive neuroplasticity - learn how you can rewire your brain
• The power of attention - turning mind states into brain traits
• Taming the inner critic - the essential skill of growing your inner nurturer
  
  

Resources

• Connect with Dr Rick Hanson https://www.rickhanson.net/  
• Brain Tips for Deep Calm with Rick Hanson 
• Well Being Podcast