The One You Feed | Personal Growth, Emotional Resilience & Purpose Reframing the Past to Liberate Your Future Self with Ben Hardy
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Jan 3, 2024 
In this engaging conversation, Ben Hardy, an organizational psychologist and author, shares insights on transforming personal obstacles into growth opportunities. He discusses the psychology of intentional change and emphasizes the significance of post-traumatic growth. Hardy explores setting achievable goals aligned with a hopeful vision of your future self. He introduces reflective exercises, like the 'funeral exercise,' to inspire intentional living and highlights the value of overcoming lesser goals to focus on meaningful aspirations. Tune in for actionable strategies to reshape your journey!
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Father's Addiction
- Benjamin Hardy's father's divorce triggered a descent into addiction, impacting his family.
- Hardy's home became a hub for drug use, contrasting with his normal teenage activities.
Personality's Fluidity
- Personality is more fluid than previously thought, influenced by intentional change and healing.
- Future self research significantly impacted Hardy's views on personality change.
Time's Non-Linearity
- You can change your present and past selves, not just your future self. Time is non-linear and holistic, allowing for reframing.
