What Makes Some People Give Up So Quickly?

Dr. Tracy Marks discusses learned helplessness, a conditioned response to repeated failures and mistreatment, leading to feelings of powerlessness. Initially studied in dogs by Meyer and Seligman, the concept was later applied to humans, linking it to depression and anxiety. The video explores explanatory styles, which influence how individuals perceive negative events, and offers strategies to unlearn helplessness by focusing on mindset, control, and setting SMART goals.

What role does self-talk play in one's explanatory style?

Explain the difference between a stable and a temporary mindset in the context of learned helplessness.

What are SMART goals and how do they help in overcoming learned helplessness?