In this fascinating conversation, Scott Young reveals the science behind how people learn most effectively and how to overcome barriers like fear, fixed mindsets, and difficulty calibration in order to acquire skills rapidly.
00:00 Writing a Second Book: Insights and Inspirations
00:44 The Cognitive Science Behind Learning
03:25 The Power of Success in Learning
10:09 Talent vs. Skill Development
13:01 Finding the Sweet Spot in Learning Difficulty
23:01 Harnessing Feedback and Exposure to Overcome Fears
27:56 Habituation and Extinction
29:42 Overcoming Speaking Anxiety with Ultraspeaking
30:33 The Nuances of Memory in Overcoming Fear
31:30 The Challenge of Maintaining Learned Safety Over Time
31:44 Learning and Fear: Nature vs. Nurture
32:54 The Resurgence of Fear in New Contexts
39:06 Strategies for Helping Children and Young Adults Shift Their Mindset
42:32 Learning at Any Age: Is There an Expiration Date?
46:06 The Impact of 'Mental Garbage' on Learning
48:38 Wrapping Up and Further Resources