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2586: Think You Can Fail Only If You Try? Think Again by Nia Shanks on Personal Growth & Development

Jun 5, 2024

Nia Shanks redefines failure as an experience, not an identity. Embrace risks of action over safety of inaction. Overcome fear by reframing perspectives and taking action. Encourages growth mindset and learning from failures for personal development.

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Nia Shanks

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Quick takeaways

View failure as inaction, not just unsuccessful action, prompting personal growth.

Adopt a growth mindset to perceive failure as temporary setbacks for skill enhancement.

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Reevaluating Failure

Failure is often associated with taking action and not achieving the desired outcome, leading to a sense of defeat. This perception can deter individuals from trying new things or taking risks, trapping them in their comfort zones. However, the podcast suggests redefining failure to include inaction as a form of failure too. By reframing failure, individuals are encouraged to embrace vulnerability and view failures as opportunities for growth and self-improvement.

Redefining Failure and Embracing Growth

02:30

Overcoming Fear of Failure and Taking Action

02:25

Introduction

2min

Redefining Failure and Embracing Growth

2min

Embracing a Growth Mindset and Learning from Failures

3min

Embracing Failure as a Learning Opportunity

2min

Overcoming Fear of Failure and Taking Action

2min

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Episode 2586:

In "Think You Can Fail Only If You Try? Think Again" by Nia Shanks, the concept of failure is compellingly redefined. Shanks encourages embracing the risks of action over the safety of inaction, arguing that failing to try can be a greater failure than trying and not succeeding. This thought-provoking piece challenges listeners to step out of their comfort zones and explore their full potential, transforming how we perceive failure and personal growth.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://niashanks.com/redefining-failure-2/

Quotes to ponder:

"The next time you’re paralyzed by fear and tempted to snuggle back into your comfort zone where scary things don’t happen, look at the situation differently."

"Failure is an experience, not an identity."

"It’s an opportunity to strengthen your grit. To learn. To grow. To gain knowledge you can’t attain from reading a stack of books on a given subject."

Episode references:

Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322

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