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Jessica Patay and her co-hosts engage Dr. Maya Shanker in a discussion about resilience, change, and the transformative power of embracing life's unexpected turns.
52:36•4 Feb 2026
Embracing Change: Insights from Dr. Maya Shanker
Episode Overview
- Embrace change as an opportunity for growth.
- Anchor your identity to core values, not external circumstances.
- Utilise mental time travel to gain perspective on challenges.
- Practice self-affirmation to reinforce stable aspects of your identity.
- Community support is crucial during times of change.
“We're all so grateful for the person they became on the other side.”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? The Brave Together Podcast episode offers a warm, insightful conversation with Jessica Patay, Susanna Peace Lovell, and Dr. Zoe Shaw, as they chat with cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shanker. Known for her podcast, A Slight Change of Plans, Dr. Shanker shares her experiences with change, resilience, and the power of embracing life's unexpected turns. Her personal anecdotes, like dealing with miscarriages, reveal the transformative potential of adversity. Dr.
Shanker discusses the illusion of control and the importance of anchoring one's identity to core values rather than external circumstances. Her 'change survival kit' offers practical techniques for coping with life's challenges, including mental time travel and self-affirmation exercises. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how we can find strength in vulnerability and growth in change. If you're seeking insights on how to handle life's curveballs with grace and humour, this episode is a must-listen.
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