"Use words with care and attention." - Ana Melikian In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the timeless wisdom of "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz, focusing particularly on the power of words. Ana uncovers the concept of “self-limiting beliefs” or “mindset blind spots” and speaks about how to overcoming these obstacles with the Four Agreements: Be impeccable with your word, Don’t take anything personally, Don’t make assumptions, and Always do your best. Highlighting the first agreement, “Be impeccable with your word,” Ana discusses the profound impact of words and how they shape our reality. Drawing from various sources, including Ruiz’s book and Dr. Carol Dweck’s research on mindset, Ana illustrates how our language and self-talk can either empower or limit us. Ana shares insights from Dr. Dweck’s work on the dangers of labeling children based on intelligence rather than effort. She emphasizes the importance of praising effort to foster a growth mindset. This shift in perspective can have significant implications on personal and professional development. Join Ana as she explores the intersection of language, mindset, and possibilities, providing actionable insights to help you embrace a growth-oriented approach to life. Let's dive in! This week on The Mindset Zone: 00:00 Introduction 00:20 Concept of Self-Limiting Beliefs/Mindset Blind Spots 02:38 Overview of The Four Agreements 03:47 Focus on the First Agreement: Be Impeccable with Your Word 06:16 The Power of Words and Quotes from Don Miguel Ruiz 09:14 Insights from Dr. Carol Dweck's Research on Mindset 10:46 Study by Carol Dweck on the Impact of Praise 13:19 Implications of Praising Effort Over Intelligence 14:52 Reflecting on Self-Talk and Personal Self-Image 18:23 Encouragement to Share Comments and Experiences Meet Your Host: Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method. 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭? Set a time to speak with Ana HERE and learn about your (or your team's) burnout risk and how to enhance well-being, effectiveness, and teamwork! Connect with: Ana on LinkedIn Resources: Book: The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz Book: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck Blind Spots – We All Have Them Related episodes: How the Four Agreements Can Help Uncover Your Mindset Blind Spots Expand What’s Possible