Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

Mind-Traps: 5 Nasty Self-Defeating Beliefs

Apr 14, 2024

24:51

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Discover how to crush hidden barriers like ego depletion, inner critics, fear of mistakes, imposter syndrome, and distractions. This episode dives into self-defeating beliefs and offers positive actions for personal growth and success. Learn the psychology of happiness and growth through self-improvement, and explore strategies to overcome limitations and enhance productivity.

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Quick takeaways

Recognize and combat negative self-talk to boost confidence and productivity.

Embrace mistakes as learning opportunities and manage distractions for personal growth.

Deep dives

Starting Imperfectly Leads to Success

Joe Rogan and MrBeast's journeys highlight the importance of starting even when uncertain. Rogan's podcast success and MrBeast's YouTube stardom show that waiting for perfection can hinder progress. Both exemplify that action, even with imperfections, can pave the path to remarkable achievements.

Introduction

2min

Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs and Ego Depletion

7min

Confronting Imposter Syndrome and Overcoming Distractions

8min

Strategies for Overcoming Distractions and Enhancing Productivity

3min

Overcoming Five Self-Limiting Beliefs for Personal Growth

2min

How to crush the 5 hidden barriers blocking your potential.

We dive into subtle negative ideas in the mind that take hold and become accepted as normal. This episode is built to give awareness of these mind traps and positive actions to move forward.

We cover:

Ego Depletion and limited willpower
Defeating our inner critic
Overcoming the fear of mistakes
Confronting Imposter Syndrome
Beating distraction

This episode is full of wisdom to boost your growth mindset and take control of your own success.

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Growth Mindset pod

Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.

Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create.

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Chapters

00:00 Perfectionism and believing we are too late

02:14 - #1. Inner Critic

04:44 - #2. Fear of mistakes

06:48 - #3. Ego Depletion

09:48 - #4. Imposter Syndrome

12:54 - #5. I am Helpless against Distraction

15:08 ADHD and incorrect use of Diagnosis and Prognosis

16:15 Nir Eyal's 4 point model to beat distraction

16:23 Master Internal Triggers

16:50 Schedule Time for Traction

17:30 Hacking back External Triggers

17:55 Distraction Prevention Pacts

18:59 Recap

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