The mindbodygreen Podcast 584: Rewiring your brain for growth, resilience & confidence | Gregory Walton, Ph.D.
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Mar 16, 2025 Gregory Walton, a Stanford psychology professor, dives into the art of fostering resilience and a growth mindset. He discusses how reframing failures leads to personal development and the significance of intentional language in nurturing student potential. Walton emphasizes building meaningful connections and the power of small acts of kindness. He also touches on enhancing marital communication through third-party perspectives and stresses the need for belonging in communities to boost confidence. Insightful advice for parents rounds out this enriching conversation.
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Building Confidence and a Growth Mindset
- Reframe "Can I do it?" questions as opportunities for growth.
- See setbacks as evidence of not having achieved something yet, prompting further effort.
Tiredness as a Cue
- Greg Walton's children used to stop biking when tired, viewing it as a reason to quit.
- He taught them that tiredness is a cue to keep going, strengthening muscles.
Advertising and Willpower
- Advertising often promotes the idea of needing breaks or snacks to continue working, suggesting willpower is finite.
- Question this narrative and consider if breaks are truly necessary for your goals.
