Dive 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 what can be done to unlearn it. This is part one of a two-part series, with the next episode focusing on learned optimism and actionable steps to overcome learned helplessness.
00:00 Introduction: A Journey into Psychology
00:38 Welcome to the Mental Weight Room
00:57 Understanding Learned Helplessness
01:53 The Foundational Experiment
03:03 Modern Implications and Ethical Considerations
03:39 Learned Helplessness in Athletes
05:04 Rebuilding Control Through Mental Training
05:31 Conclusion: The Power of Belief
Learned Helplessness: A Theory for the Age of Personal Control by Martin Selgman, et al. is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4rNbt6H
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