David S. Yeager on the Science of Inspiring Young Minds EP 499

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Mental Health, Alternative Health, Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness

4.7 • 779 Ratings

🗓️ 27 August 2024

⏱️ 75 minutes

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Summary

In this captivating episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles engages with Dr. David S. Yeager, a leading professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, to uncover the science behind inspiring and motivating young minds. Dr. Yeager, who has worked with renowned experts such as Carol Dweck and Angela Duckworth, offers transformative insights into how adults can help young people thrive during their most critical developmental years.Through his groundbreaking research, Dr. Yeager explores in his new book the unique developmental stage from ages 10 to 25, when the brain is especially sensitive to social status and respect. He introduces the concept of the "mentor mindset," showing how adults can effectively guide young people by understanding their social and emotional needs. Dr. Yeager's insights go beyond theory—his practical advice empowers parents, educators, and mentors to create environments where young people can flourish.In this episode, you’ll discover the keys to unlocking the potential of adolescents and young adults, gaining valuable tools to foster growth, resilience, and well-being in the next generation.Full show notes and resources: https://passionstruck.com/david-s-yeager-science-of-inspiring-young-minds/Sponsors

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For more information about our sponsors and promo codes, visit: passionstruck.com/dealsIn this episode, you will learn:

The science behind motivating young people
How to adopt the mentor mindset to effectively guide adolescents
Why social status and respect are crucial in adolescent development
The transformative power of fostering a growth mindset
Techniques for avoiding miscommunication with young people
The role of environment in shaping beliefs and behaviors
Strategies for addressing the rise in adolescent mental health challenges
Actionable tips to unlock the potential of young individuals

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0:00.0	Coming up next on Passion Struck.
0:02.2	So the payoff of a college degree is higher now than ever.
0:06.0	Now a lot of people like to bash college these days and say,
0:10.0	well, I don't need a college degree to go be an influence or on Tik-Tock or whatever.
0:14.0	And we need more welding programs, etc.
0:17.0	But people have looked at a lot of those data, and you can think of higher education as a hedge against the floor and less of a guarantee of a very high
0:27.1	position in terms of your earning and your wages and your income.
0:30.3	Welcome to Passion Struck.
0:31.7	Hi, I'm your host John R Miles, and on the show,
0:34.8	we decipher the secrets, tips, and guidance
0:37.8	of the world's most inspiring people
0:40.0	and turned their wisdom into practical advice for you and those around you.
0:44.6	Our mission is to help you unlock the power of intentionality
0:49.0	so that you can become the best version of yourself.
0:52.0	If you're new to the show, I offer advice
0:54.7	and answer listener questions on Fridays.
0:57.3	We have long form interviews the rest of the week
0:59.9	with guests ranging from astronauts to authors,
1:03.2	CEOs, creators, innovators, scientists, military leaders,
1:08.0	visionaries, and athletes.
1:09.7	Now, let's go out there and become Passion Struck.
1:13.0	Hello everyone and welcome back to episode 499 of Passion Struck.
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