Episode

How to Make a Difference: Part 1

Podcast: Hidden Brain
Published: Sep 21, 2026
Duration seconds: 2890
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Summary

Why do some people act on the possibilities before them, while others come to believe that nothing they do will make a difference? Psychologist Martin Seligman describes his groundbreaking research on learned helplessness, and explains how the stories we tell ourselves about setbacks can shape what we do next. We also explore how optimism can help us rediscover our ability to change things for the better.