# Steven Maier

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Ep 178 - Breaking Free: Understanding and Overcoming Learned Helplessness

In this insightful episode of "Mr. and Mrs. Therapy," we delve into the concept of learned helplessness—a psychological condition where individuals feel powerless to change their circumstances, even when opportunities for improvement exist. Join us as we explore the origins, impacts, and strategies…

EP# 259: Steven Maier's Journey from College Hustler to Gourmet Popcorn Success | Overcoming Business Challenges and Crafting Mouth-Watering Flavors

What makes Steven Maier with Maier's Gourmet Popcorn a good neighbor?Ever wondered how a simple college side hustle can blossom into a thriving gourmet popcorn business? Join us as we sit down with Steven Maier of Maier  Gourmet Popcorn to uncover the secrets behind his delicious success story. Fro…

221. Why Are We So Pessimistic?

Are things really as bad as they seem? Has Gen Z given up hope for the world? And why was the father of positive psychology a lifelong pessimist?   SOURCES: Albert Bandura, professor of psychology at Stanford University. David Brooks, author and opinion columnist.  Andrew Grove, former C.E.O. and…

21 - Ben Cohen & Max Strand Discuss Rocky's

In my new episode of the Reel Mental podcast, I speak with co-writers and directors, Benjamin Cohen and Max Strand about their new film Rocky's. ROCKY’S stars Stanley Simmons (The Iron Claw, Superior), Ben Cook (West Side Story, Pretty Little Liars), Gil Perez-Abraham (The Batman, Carry On), Jasa…

Episode 237 | The Joy Reset: The Intersection of Trauma and Joy with Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald, PhD

In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald, a PhD trauma researcher, about the intersection of trauma and joy. Dr. MC discusses how she came to specialize in researching trauma and defines for listeners what both trauma and joy are. Dr. MC discusses some common misconce…

Ep. 50 Learned Helplessness in Sports Performance

Join Coach Antoinette Datoc in the Mental Weight Room as she dives deep into the concept of learned helplessness. Learn about the origins of the term from psychologists Martin Seligman and Steven Maier and understand how it affects athletic performance. Discover how athletes develop this belief and…

Ep. 148 Learned Helplessness in Ballroom Dancing

This week The Dancing Housewife dives deep into the concept of learned helplessness and its impact on ballroom dancers. Often, dancers feel discouraged despite their relentless efforts, thinking their hard work doesn't lead to improvement. Learn about the psychological roots of this phenomenon, ori…

The Neuroscience of Accountability: Why Your Brain Defaults to Victim (S2E25)

Think back to the last time something went wrong for you. Your first instinct was probably to look outward, at what someone else did or at what the situation made unavoidable. That reflex is not a character flaw, it is what your brain is built to do under threat, and the neuroscience behind it chan…

The Neuroscience of Courage: Why Bravery Doesn't Transfer (S3E1)

You know someone who jumps out of planes but cannot give a colleague honest feedback. You know someone who races cars at the limit but never says how they actually feel. Courage is not one trait. It is domain specific, and the bravery you show in one part of your life does not automatically transfe…

MAGA Supporters Gave Up on Themselves a Long Time Ago.

There is something about MAGA supporters that most political commentary gets wrong. The common explanation is that they are angry. That they are hateful. That they chose cruelty because cruelty is what they wanted. Some of that is true. But it is not the full picture. Underneath the rage, underneat…