Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement What is a MINDSET Exactly? (and how do you spot a bad one)
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Oct 24, 2025 Ever wonder what mindset actually means? This conversation dives deep, revealing how a growth mindset sees failure as a learning opportunity, while a fixed mindset believes abilities are unchangeable. Discover the nuances between abundance versus scarcity thinking and the importance of true open-mindedness, which requires critical thinking. With intriguing examples and psychological insights, the discussion emphasizes the need for specificity in using the term 'mindset' to make it genuinely useful. Get ready to rethink how you approach challenges!
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Fisherman Who Couldn’t Define Mindset
- A fisherman named Alex claims his success comes from having "the right mindset."
- He cannot define it when pressed, revealing how people repeat jargon without real understanding.
Mindset As Activated Cognitive Patterns
- Mindset means an established set of attitudes that shape perception and response.
- In cognitive terms, it activates particular learning, attention, perception, and memory processes.
Mindsets Are Bundled Cognitive Biases
- Cognitive biases shape interpretation and decisions, and mindsets are larger clusters of such biases.
- A mindset influences how you interpret events and choose actions in specific behaviors.
