This is an I-Heart podcast.

Even though now this story that I'm sharing, it sounds quite unusual and it was a big

feat as, you know, healing from any trauma is a big feat.

You know, it's a trauma healing is always an ultra run for all of us.

But inside that journey, I would say that it's a misconception

to think that Sisu is only the big things we do. I personally think that it's those micro-moments

in our ordinary life where we either choose to, let's say, turn away from our family member or partner or from a challenge

and or we keep our heart closed. Instead of facing what is there or feeling the tough emotion,

for example, it's those tiny little things that actually really end up defining our future.

Today, it's a great pleasure to have Dr. Elizabeth Lottie on the show.

Elizabeth is an awarded educator, applied researcher of psychology, and founder of Sisu Lab,

which builds communities and organizational cultures.

Sisu is a Finnish word, which means extreme courage, and it's all about persevering even when you

think you've had enough. Dr. Lati is the world's foremost researcher of this concept, and in this

episode, we discuss her own personal struggles and hardships as a great example of Sisu,

as well as her vision for a peaceful world that integrates the yin and yang of strength and gentleness.

I've known Dr. Lati for many years, and it has been a pleasure watching her grow and flourish.

This episode was a long time in the making.

So without further ado, I bring you Dr. Elizabeth Lottie.

Dr. Elizabeth Lottie, it is such an honor and privilege to have you on the psychology podcast.

This is super fun.

I've always enjoyed our encounters, so this is really a treat.

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