Super Psyched: Unleash the Power of the 4 Types of Connection and Live the Life You Love

by Adam Dorsay

Overview

"Connection is at the heart of everything we want. This book is our key." —Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

Connection is everything. Let the therapist to Silicon Valley's top executives help you become super psyched by discovering your personalized formula for more energy, higher performance, better relationships, and a more meaningful life.

The harmful effects of loneliness and lack of fulfilling relationships are well-documented—higher rates of anxiety, depression, sleeplessness, addiction, and even premature death.

In providing nearly 20,000 hours of intensive psychotherapy, Dr. Adam Dorsay has effectively treated hundreds of patients, from adolescent gang members to survivors of torture to Fortune 500 executives and professional athletes in the pressure cooker of Silicon Valley.

The common thread? They all struggled with the same sense of seemingly unshakable unhappiness.

The solution? Restoring or creating the deep bonds of connection to what truly mattered in their lives.

Drawing on more than a decade of practical research and Dorsay's groundbreaking work with Facebook as co-creator of its international resiliency program, Super Psyched reveals an innovative framework for readers to create their own Connection Formula—a customizable tool that allows users to strengthen their bonds in four basic areas: with others, the world around them, their spirituality, and (perhaps most importantly) themselves.

Packed with actionable advice, unforgettable stories, and unexpected insights, Super Psyched is the ultimate handbook for unleashing the power of connection to live the life you love.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798891381421
Publisher:	Amplify Publishing
Publication date:	10/01/2024
Pages:	296
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.81(d)

About the Author

Dr. Adam Dorsay is a licensed psychologist and a certified executive coach working in private practice. He specializes in assisting high-achieving professionals—including tech executives, entrepreneurs, and professional athletes—with relationship issues, stress reduction, easing anxiety, and attaining more happiness in their lives.

He delivers lively and well-received keynotes and trainings at institutions like Microsoft, LinkedIn, and the California Psychological Association. He is also the host of the award-winning psychology podcast SuperPsyched, which in nearly two hundred episodes has featured interviews with everyone from NBA coaches to rock stars to world-famous comedians to bestselling authors and many more.

He lives and works in San Jose, California, and is happily married with two children and an Australian Labradoodle named Raffi.

Editorial Reviews

"Connection is at the heart of everything we want. This book is our key." —Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

​"In a world brought down by disconnection and distraction, Adam Dorsay offers an uplifting guide to reclaiming genuine connection. Super Psyched is packed with practical wisdom and creative exercises to help you rediscover joy and meaning." —Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of T​h​e Power of Regret, Drive, and When

"It's time for you to truly enjoy life again! Dr. Adam Dorsay combines incredible insight with thousands of hours of therapeutic experience to bring you this highly actionable blueprint for deeper, more meaningful connections." —Mel Robbins, New York Times bestselling author and host of The Mel Robbins Podcast

​"Drawing from his unique experience, research, and insights, Dr. Adam Dorsay guides readers to identify their unique 'connection formula' in this empowering invitation to embrace the remarkable work of living fully." —Guy Kawasaki, New York Times bestselling author of The Art of the Start and Think Remarkable

"The greatest predictor of both long-term happiness and success is the same: social connection. In a world awash with disconnection, Super Psyched provides a comprehensive and practical approach to creating more and better connections in every domain of life." —Shawn Achor, New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness Advantage and Big Potential

From the Publisher

★ 2024-08-26
Dorsay offers a new spin on well-known principles of self-development.

The author, the host of theSuper Psychedpodcast, offers insights for living a fulfilling life through the lens of connection. Dorsay breaks the concept of connection down into four components—connection to oneself, connection to others, connection to the world, and connection to “something greater”—and devotes a section of the book to each. According to Dorsay, while everyone needs connection in all four areas, every individual has a unique “connection formula”; he gently admonishes the reader, “do not push yourself to take on things you think ‘should’ fill your cup. Rather, go with what you believe actuallywillfill your cup.” Each section includes anecdotes from the author’s life and work that illustrate the key ideas, along with reflection questions and suggested activities. After part one, each chapter wraps up with a boxed “connection formula exercise” that is easy to complete, such as writing a gratitude letter, spending time in nature, or reaching out to an old friend. Dorsay’s writing style is clear, conversational, and consistently upbeat. He provides relatable examples (though many seem to assume a well-heeled lifestyle) and explains concepts simply (summing up negativity bias, for example, as “losing hurts more than winning feels good” and a flow state as “the overlap of meaning and challenge”). Dorsay frequently quotes people who have been featured on his podcast alongside well-known figures such as Brené Brown, Oprah Winfrey, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Albert Einstein. While much of the information and advice revisits proven concepts such as mindfulness, gratitude, setting boundaries, and seeing failure as actionable data, they’re presented in fresh, accessible ways and accompanied by many useful tips. Dorsay’s book makes his advice to “just put yourself out there and see what happens” seem not only wise but eminently doable.

Useful advice for strengthening connections in all areas of life.

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