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246. why external validation keeps you stuck! (feat. dr. scott barry kaufman)
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- she persisted
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- Jan 15, 2026
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- 974
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Summary
#246 đż watch on spotify & youtube đ ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! âself-actualizationâ isnât just a tiktok buzzwordâ itâs how you can unlock your true potential using psychology. todayâs guest is dr. scott barry kaufmanâ a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about helping all kinds of minds live a creative, fulfilling, and self-actualized life. he is a professor of psychology at columbia university and host of the psychology podcast, which has received over 30 million downloads worldwide. in this episode, we translate terms like self-actualization, agency, and mastery into actionable tools you can actually use. whether youâre a college student trying to raise your gpa or a postgrad working your way out of an existential crisis (real), this episode is your instruction manual for living your best life starting NOW! we talk about: ⢠the self-growth metaphor you need to hear ⢠why we delay our happiness + how to break this habit ⢠self-actualization + what everyone gets wrong about it ⢠if gen z has a victim mentality ⢠the importance of gaining mastery ⢠setting achievable goals that donât cause burnout ⢠comparison culture + how to step out of it ⢠unlocking your potential as a student + learning to enjoy school ⢠+ so much more!! mentioned: ⢠dr. kaufmanâs instagram ⢠dr. kaufmanâs website ⢠dr. kaufmanâs newest book ⢠the psychology podcast ⢠center for human potential âgiveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on instagram đ˛ bonus entries for story or tiktok tags! @shepersistedpodcast shepersistedpodcast.com [email protected] Š 2026 SHE PERSISTED LLC. all rights reserved.