Why You Can't Just "Rewire" Your Brain

In this episode, Dr. K takes a critical look at popular advice on how to "reprogram" your brain. Reacting to a claim by Shopify's CEO that writing a simple affirmation for a week cured his lifelong fear of public speaking, Dr. K explains the scientific flaws of success stories, the mechanics of trauma, and the ancient yogic tools of Sankalpa and Klishta that can actually rewire your mind. Mental health resources designed by Dr. K and made with love: https://bit.ly/3ZOopgQTalk to a HG Coach 1-on-1: https://bit.ly/46bIkdoDr. K's NEW Guide to Love, Sex, & Relationships: https://bit.ly/4dO3x0VDr. K's Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/44z3SztHG Memberships : https://bit.ly/3TNoMVf Products & Services : https://bit.ly/44kz7x0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices