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Dr. Gena Gorlin — How to Build a Builder (EP.236)
Oct 3, 2024
Dr. Gena Gorlin is a psychologist dedicated to enhancing the lives of the ultra-ambitious. She introduces the 'Builder Mindset,' advocating for a shift from perfectionism to a focus on courage and agency. Gena discusses the psychological challenges faced by innovators, the importance of a supportive network, and how complacency can hinder growth. Listeners learn about the value of persistence, the dangers of romanticizing history, and how embracing momentum can lead to greater fulfillment and creativity.
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- Ambitious individuals face unique psychological challenges requiring tailored support systems that appreciate their aspirations and pressures.
- A builder mindset integrates personal ambition with resilience, emphasizing self-defined success over external and arbitrary standards.
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Ambitious Builders as an Underserved Group
Ambitious individuals, particularly entrepreneurs and innovators, often face unique psychological challenges not necessarily because of personal deficits, but due to the nature of their pursuits. They require tailored support systems that acknowledge their aspirations and the pressures that come with them. Current mental health systems typically focus on those in crisis or with severe impairments, leaving ambitious builders without the resources they need to thrive. This lack of attention limits both their potential and the systemic solutions they could ultimately develop to improve wider societal issues.
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