34. HOW-TO Change Habits, Be Motivated and CHOOSE Happy - Social Psychology

In this episode, William (Bill) Von Hippel and I sit down and talk all about Social Psychology. We talk about evolution and WHY we act the way we do and how better to improve our happiness by understanding the fundamental reasons we act and are wired in the way we are. This episode is PACKED with information and interesting studies. I highly recommend listening to the whole episode. Bill is a fascinating psychology professor to learn from. You will not regret it! This episode was originally a video on my YouTube channel. In this episode, we talk about: - 2:20 – Intro to Bill Von Hippel - 3:20 – The importance of storytelling and how community is so important to human evolution And how social media has similarities - 9:00 – Why gossip came about and how to change gossip or social normal when it’s not the right information - 9:50 – Dealing with our natural desire to be defensive - 12:35 – Being open to change - 14:30 – Powers of persuasion - 16:00 – Why we lie - 19:30 – Why we exaggerate - 23:00 – The power of the human mind and changing perception (compared to reality) - 28:00 – Changing habits and motivation - 31:00 – Why old habits creep back - 37:00 – Positive mindset - 39:30 – Health and disease - 43:00 – Evolution of human diet - 47:50 – Amnesiac study, limiting variety for weight loss - 56:10 – Gut health and the microbiome - 57:00 – Plant evolution - 1:07:00 – Summarizing human behavior - 1:10:00 – Most important things in life - 1:12:00 – Importance of relationships - 1:19:00 – Changing habits (satisfiers vs. maximizers) - 1:22:00 – Top 10 list for happier lives - 1:30:00 – Words of advice from a social psychology point of view ——– ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES They can be found on the original YouTube post here . ——- MY BOOK **Carnivore Cure** Carnivore Cure provides a step-by-step approach to optimal health while also providing extensive nutritional information and evidence-based support for following a meat-based lifestyle (with hundreds of colored visuals and coveted Nutrition with Judy nutritional graphics). Carnivore Cure debunks nutritional misinformation and provides lifestyle support through the lens of holistic health. www.carnivorecure.com -------- DISCLAIMER: The content is for educational purposes only. While I am a nutritional therapy practitioner and provide nutritional support, I am not providing medical advice. Whenever you start a new diet or protocol, always first consult with your trusted practitioner.