Beyond Resilience: Leveraging the Power of Anti-Fragility | Dr. Nick Holton and Dr. Adam Wright

Do Good To Lead Well with Craig Dowden

Join us in this engaging episode of the Do Good to Lead Well podcast as we welcome Dr. Nick Holton and Dr. Adam Wright, co-founders of the Anti-Fragile Academy. Listen in as we explore the concept of anti-fragility, which goes beyond mental resilience, enabling individuals to thrive through chaos and volatility. Dr. Holton and Dr. Wright share their expert insights on human potential and the application of cutting-edge science to help individuals and organizations achieve peak performance and overall well-being. This conversation underscores the importance of combining positive psychology with the ability to navigate life's hardships, offering a holistic approach to human flourishing.

We break down anti-fragile behaviors into three key components: thriving, resilience, and consistent performance, and examine how these can be applied in both our personal and professional lives. Discover the practical framework of the biopsychosocial model, integrating biological, psychological, and social factors to create a holistic approach to performance and mental health. Additionally, we delve into the significance of motivation and mindset in fostering anti-fragility, highlighting the role of self-determination theory and the importance of mindfulness and meditation for behavior change and attention control.

Finally, we explore how process goals can improve skills, endurance, and mental strength. By embracing a philosophy of continuous improvement, we can reach our full potential and positively impact those around us. Don’t miss this thought-provoking episode filled with actionable insights for personal and professional growth.

What You’ll Learn:

• Understanding anti-fragility and its importance in today's volatile world.

• The biopsychosocial model.

• The role of motivation, mindset, and mindfulness in fostering anti-fragility.

• Actionable strategies rooted in self-determination theory, mindfulness, and meditation.

• The significance of a process mindset over outcome goals.

• The secrets to creating supportive, high-challenge environments

Podcast Timestamps:

(00:00) - What is Anti-Fragility?

(16:49) - The Biopsychosocial Model: A Holistic Approach to Performance and Mental Health

(28:57) - Understanding Motivations and Mindsets for Anti-Fragility

(41:18) - Enhancing Performance Through A Process Mindset

(46:59) - Building Alignment Through Values-Based Leadership

(55:16) - Embracing Our Potential

More of Nick and Adam:

Nick co-hosts Flourish FM, a podcast in collaboration with Harvard's Human Flourishing Program, where he explores research on how to live well. After a career in education, Nick co-founded The Antifragile Academy with Dr. Adam Wright, aiming to bring the science of human potential to young people, transforming their futures.

Adam is a high-performance and executive coach, consultant, and educator specializing in supporting elite performers in high-stakes, volatile environments. As Major League Mental Performance Consultant for the Washington Nationals, Adam draws on decades of practical experience and academic expertise, integrating philosophy, sport psychology, neuroscience, and mental health counseling to optimize performance and well-being.

Nick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-holton-ph-d-8233a215/

Adam’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamwrightphd/

Mentions:

How to make stress your friend | Kelly McGonigal | TED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcGyVTAoXEU

Key Topics Discussed:

Positive Leadership, Anti-Fragility, Resilience, Positive Psychology, Personal Growth, Professional Growth, Biopsychosocial Model, Motivation, Mindset, Peak Performance, Well-being, Human Potential, Values Alignment, Continuous Improvement, Psychological Flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, High Challenge, High Support, CEO Success

More of Do Good to Lead Well:

Website: https://craigdowden.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/