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If you\u2019re tired of feeling stuck, this one\u2019s for you. Dr. Rick and Forrest explore how we can overcome learned helplessness and change our lives by developing self-efficacy: the ability to influence our environments and control our motivation and behavior. Key topics include why we get stuck, the science of learned helplessness, focusing on effort over talent, creating a growth mindset, and balancing acceptance and agency. You\u2019ll learn how to improve self-efficacy, embrace who you are, and become truly confident in your ability to grow.\xa0\nWatch the Episode: Prefer watching video? You\xa0can watch this episode on YouTube.\nKey Topics:\n0:00: Introduction\n1:50: Why are we prone to feeling stuck?\n4:45: Fear of failure and negativity bias\n8:30: Learned helplessness and the dog study\n18:05: Difficulties identifying patterns we\u2019re close to\n20:00: The biological function of shame\n22:55 The connection between our emotions, our body, and our sense of self-efficacy\n24:10: Chronic illness and pain, and recognizing what is and is not in your control\n26:10: What is a growth mindset?\n28:40: Nature and nurture, talent and effort, and our metrics of self-worth\n35:00: Rick\u2019s practical tips for improving self-efficacy (complete with soundtrack)\n40:20: Creating a coherent self-narrative\n42:35: An example from Forrest of claiming agency\n46:20: Advice for someone in their late 20s when feeling stuck\n51:40: Building on and reinforcing our successes\n56:35: Determination\n59:35: Recap\n\xa0\nSupport the Podcast: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.\nSponsors:\nGet 15% off OneSkin with the code BEINGWELL at https://www.oneskin.co/\xa0\xa0\nGo to BrioAirPurifier.com and use code BEINGWELL to save $100 on a Brio Air Purifier.\nFinally get that project off the ground with Squarespace! Head to squarespace.com/beingwell for a free trial, and when you\u2019re ready to launch use coupon code BEINGWELL to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.\nJoin over a million people using BetterHelp, the world\u2019s largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month!\nWant to sleep better? Try the Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription.\nConnect with the show:\n\nSubscribe on iTunes\n\nFollow Forrest on YouTube\n\nFollow us on Instagram\n\nFollow Forrest on Instagram\n\nFollow Rick on Facebook\n\nFollow Forrest on Facebook\n\nVisit Forrest's website