EP#514 - The Four Ways of a Reaction to Challenges with Special Guest: Dr. Elia Gourgouris

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Summary of Episode

In this episode of The Mindful Experiment, host Dr. Vic Manzo interviews Dr. Elia Gourgouris, a clinical psychologist and author. Dr. Gourgouris shares his journey from clinical practice to leadership training and executive coaching. He discusses writing his book "Seven Paths to Lasting Happiness" and a subsequent book on navigating crises, inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Gourgouris introduces four personality types that emerge during crises: the victim, the critic, the bystander, and the navigator. He emphasizes that everyone possesses all four types but should strive to be a navigator. Navigators practice self-care, listen to their intuition, remain flexible, maintain a positive attitude, collaborate with others, and take action.

The conversation explores the importance of adapting to challenges, likening resilient individuals to palm trees that bend but don't break. Dr. Gourgouris stresses the significance of conscious acts of kindness and helping others as a means to overcome personal struggles. The episode concludes with advice on finding happiness and not taking oneself too seriously.

Who is Dr. Elia Gourgouris?

Dr. Elia Gourgouris, Ph.D. in psychology, is the author of the #1 Amazon best-selling book '7 Paths to Lasting Happiness' and '7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis: A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters'. He is the President of The Happiness Center and a Founding Partner at The Global Institute of Thought Leadership.

His motto “Happiness is a choice!” has led him to becoming a leading authority in Happiness and Corporate Wellness, and a high in demand Speaker at conferences and Universities around the world. Over the last 25 years, he has helped thousands of people achieve happiness and fulfillment, both in their professional and personal relationships through his coaching and keynotes.

How to Connect with Dr. Elia?

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thehappinessdoctor/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.eliag/

Newest Book: https://amzn.to/3XP823j

Main Talking Points:

1. Dr. Gourgouris's career transition and book writing experiences
2. Four personality types in crisis situations
3. Characteristics and behaviors of successful navigators
4. Importance of flexibility, intuition, and helping others

Chapters:

1. Introduction and Dr. Gourgouris's Background (00:00 - 03:00)
2. Writing "Seven Keys to Navigating a Crisis" (03:00 - 06:56)
3. Four Personality Types in Crisis (06:56 - 11:46)
4. Characteristics of Navigators (11:46 - 17:05)
5. Practical Advice and Concluding Thoughts (17:05 - 22:33)

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