Sam, an experienced mindfulness teacher, discusses the power of mindset and how it can help in difficult moments. She shares personal experiences and tips for shifting perspective in a meaningful way.
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Accepting pain as part of life and embracing the present moment can create a major shift in mindset and bring hope into our lives.
Shifting mindsets from feeling isolated to acknowledging universality can lead to positive outcomes in academics, health, and happiness.
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The power of mindset: Shifting perspectives to find hope
Our mindset plays a crucial role in navigating life's challenges and finding hope. During a meditation, the speaker experienced a major shift in mindset by accepting pain as a part of life and surrendering to it. This profound realization allowed them to let go of the fantasy of avoiding pain and embrace the present moment. The experience highlighted the power of mindsets to shape our thoughts, emotions, and actions.
The impact of mindset interventions: Belonging and growth mindset
A study conducted at Stanford showed the transformative impact of mindset interventions. Freshmen who participated in an intervention focusing on social belonging showed improved academic performance, physical health, and happiness. By creating awareness that everyone worries about fitting in, the students shifted their mindset from feeling isolated to acknowledging the universality of their experiences. Instead of giving up, they were motivated to take action and grow. This example demonstrates how shifting mindsets can lead to positive outcomes in various aspects of life.
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Exploring the Power of Mindset and Shifting Perspective
It's human nature to spot the things that could potentially go wrong. But changing our mindset can help us bring more hope into our lives.
Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here!