Maya Shankar: The Power Of Slight Changes (And Why We Do What We Do)

In today’s episode, cognitive neuroscientist & former Senior Advisor in the Obama White House, Dr. Maya Shankar joins Rich to talk about the science behind growth & transformation. This is a conversation about navigating change, igniting professional growth, and managing grief through the behavioral science lens of Maya’s personal experience and expertise. Maya shares the therapeutic benefits and empowerment from sharing hardships, grief and shame with those around you, and how to make meaning out of hardships and struggles. The visually inclined can watch the magic transpire on YouTube. As always, the podcast streams wild and free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Pick up Rich’s lates book VOICING CHANGE Vol. II HERE. For full show notes and to read more about Maya, go HERE. Today’s Sponsors: Squarespace: Visit Squarespace.com/RichRoll for a FREE trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use the offer code RichRoll to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. BetterHelp: Listeners get 10% off their first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/richroll. Indeed: Listeners can get a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT to upgrade your job post at indeed.com/RICHROLL. Terms and conditions apply. Navitas Organics: For a limited time you can get 30% off your entire order by using the code RICHROLL at navitasorganics.com/richroll. Athletic Greens: Go to: athleticgreens.com/richroll to get a FREE year supply of Vitamin D ​AND​ 5 free travel packs​ of AG1 with your first purchase. Whoop: Get the WHOOP 4.O at WHOOP.com and use the code Richroll at checkout to get 15% off a membership. Enjoy the show! Peace + Plants, Rich See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.