Episode #41: The Law of Attraction - Game Changer or Complete B.S.? - What The Science Says

12/08/2024 7 min
Episode #41: The Law of Attraction - Game Changer or Complete B.S.? - What The Science Says

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In this episode of The Reaching Max Potential Podcast, we dive into the controversial Law of Attraction. Is it a transformative philosophy or just pseudoscience? We'll explore the scientific evidence behind positive thinking, visualization, and the power of belief, revealing how these elements can influence success and well-being. Discover practical tips to integrate positive thinking with actionable goals and learn how to harness the benefits without falling into unrealistic expectations. Join us as we separate fact from fiction in the quest for high performance and life mastery.REFERENCESBenedetti, F., Mayberg, H. S., Wager, T. D., Stohler, C. S., & Zubieta, J. K. (2005). Neurobiological mechanisms of the placebo effect. Journal of Neuroscience, 25(45), 10390-10402.Byrne, R. (2006). The Secret. Atria Books.Carver, C. S., Scheier, M. F., & Segerstrom, S. C. (2010). Optimism. Clinical Psychology Review, 30(7), 879-889.Emmons, R. A., & McCullough, M. E. (2003). Counting blessings versus burdens: An experimental investigation of gratitude and subjective well-being in daily life. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 84(2), 377-389.Furnham, A. (2009). The Psychology of Money. Routledge.Guillot, A., & Collet, C. (2008). Construction of the motor imagery integrative model in sport: A review and theoretical investigation of motor imagery use. International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 1(1), 31-44.Seligman, M. E. P. (2002). Authentic Happiness: Using the New Positive Psychology to Realize Your Potential for Lasting Fulfillment. Free Press.Shermer, M. (2010). The Believing Brain: From Ghosts and Gods to Politics and Conspiracies. Times Books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.