Have you ever stopped to think about what connection actually IS? How do you define the multi-faceted thing that we talk about all the time on this podcast?
That’s what our guest, Dr. Adam Dorsay, is tasked with in this episode.
Dr. Dorsay is a licensed psychologist, executive coach to high-achieving adults in Silicon Valley, host of the award-winning podcast, Super Psyched, and presenter of two amazing TEDx Talks. Today he discusses his new book, Super Psyched: Unleash The Power of the Four Types of Connection and Live the Life You Love (which I highly recommend).
This interview was so inspiring to me; I think the two of us could have talked for days. One of my biggest personal takeaways is to pay attention to not just my connection with others, but also my connection to the world and to something greater.
Listen in as we discuss the four types of connection and how to find the right combination for ourselves. Spoiler alert – it’s not a one-size-fits-all.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
- What connection is – Dr. Dorsay defines it as an emotional internal response – and the four different types
- Anecdotes and practical tips to enhance connection, such as using a "driveway test" to evaluate interactions and employing a "walk-on song" to boost confidence
- The importance of self-connection – including self-awareness and self-love – which is the foundation of all other connections
- Societal pressure to appear cool and how it can hinder genuine connection (and why we should allow ourselves to experience awe and excitement instead)
- Alexithymia, the spotlight effect, plus, how we psyche ourselves up for small talk
Resources & Links
Read Super Psyched by Adam Dorsay, listen to his TEDx Talks, and listen to his podcast, Super Psyched.
Check out Dr. Adam Dorsey's book "Super Psyched" and his TEDx talks for further insights on connection.
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