The Miracle Mindset - TED Speaker, Author and Filmmaker Mark Barger Elliott

This episode examines the concept of a "miracle mindset" and the role of personal narratives in shaping our experiences. The discussion covers the neuroscience of emotional prediction, the impact of storytelling on mindset, and the significance of reframing challenges as opportunities. Insights include lessons from the experiences of the Sudanese Lost Boys and the principles behind the Miracle Year Project, highlighting trust and community as drivers of transformation. The episode offers practical perspectives on purpose, creativity, and navigating personal growth.

Mark's Website: https://markbargerelliott.com/about/ Miracle Year Project: https://miracleyearproject.org/

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00:00 - Intro, Important Stories

05:21 - TWO Blue Lobsters, Daily Miracles, Framing Our Impressions

13:32 - Trust, Intuition and Hope

22:05 - Life as a "Story," Navigating the Maze

29:28 - How to feel "better," and your Brain as a "prediction machine"

40:32 - Award-winning film in Sudan, "Lost Boy Home"

49:48 - Miracle Year Project

57:14 - The Adventure of a Lifetime, Lord of the Rings

1:01:25 - Mark's advice to all of us #podcast #foreverforward #podcasts