The Science of Resilience: How Grit & Human Connection Fuel Success with Joe Newman
What does true resilience look like in business, leadership, and everyday life? How do grit, oxytocin, and real human connection shape success? In this episode, Joe Newman—dynamic speaker, author, and advocate for mental strength—dives deep into the neuroscience of resilience and why face-to-face interactions are crucial in today’s digital world.
🚀 In this episode, we cover:
✅ The difference between grit & resilience—and why both matter
✅ Why face-to-face interactions build stronger relationships & businesses
✅ How oxytocin (the happy hormone) fuels trust, leadership & success
✅ The danger of screen-based connections and the dopamine addiction
✅ The "Never Satisfied" mindset and why entrepreneurs must embrace discomfort
✅ How mindfulness & breathing techniques can train your brain for resilience
✅ The power of U-turn thinking—how to bounce back from failure in business
✅ Why business leaders must build resilience for long-term success
Joe shares powerful personal stories about overcoming adversity, learning to "bounce back," and how his upbringing shaped his ability to thrive in tough situations. We also discuss why modern parenting often fails to teach resilience and how businesses can apply these lessons to build stronger teams and leaders.
💡 About Joe Newman:
Joe is the founder of Life Launch University, a program dedicated to teaching essential mental health and resilience tools. As a former CIO for a mental health clinic, entrepreneur, and family man with nine kids, he understands the real-world applications of grit and resilience better than most.
🔗 Connect with Joe Newman:
🌎 Website: LifeLaunchUniversity.org
🎤 Public Speaking & Coaching: JoeManSilver.com
🎧 Tune in now and learn how to train your brain for resilience, embrace grit, and thrive in business & life!
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