How to Make a Difference: Part 1

In this episode of Hidden Brain, psychologist Martin Seligman discusses his groundbreaking research on learned helplessness—the tendency to feel powerless in the face of adversity. He explains how the narratives we construct around setbacks can either trap us in passivity or set us free to take action. The conversation also explores the role of optimism in helping us regain a sense of agency and effect positive change. Seligman shares insights on how we can rewrite our internal stories to build resilience and rediscover our capacity to make a difference.