Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones: Tana Amen on Embracing 'Falling'
The only time you fail is if you don't get up again. So you fall, you get hit, you whatever happens, you fall down, you get up and you literally dissect it. You analyze it and you're like: what can I do differently next time?
Ever felt like a failure? Tana Amen prefers to call it 'falling'. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Tana shares her unique take on setbacks and why she believes 'falling' is a more empowering term. She opens up about personal stories from her book, 'The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child', illustrating how changing habits can lead to incredible turnarounds.
One story features Thomas, who transformed his life by tweaking his daily routines to enhance focus and brain health. Tana dives deep into the importance of learning from our mistakes, analyzing what went wrong, and figuring out how to do better next time. She also touches on intriguing topics like the differences between male and female brains and how breaking generational cycles can lead to lasting change.
For anyone struggling with childhood trauma or seeking to improve their mental and physical health, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Whether you're battling anxiety, depression, or simply looking to optimize your well-being, Tana's perspective on 'falling' will inspire you to see setbacks as opportunities for growth.