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The Mindset Mentor

Enclothed Cognition: How To Change Your Self Belief

May 13, 2024
20:27
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Explore the impact of enclothed cognition on mindset and performance, including the 'Batman effect' study. Learn how childhood narratives shape self-perception and behavior. Discover how dressing for success can change the way you think and perform. Enhance self-belief through appearance and possessions.
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  • The 'Batman effect' study showed children perform better when viewing themselves in third person, highlighting the impact of self-awareness on task performance.
  • Wearing formal business attire can enhance abstract thinking, while lab coats can improve focus and reduce errors in attention tasks, demonstrating the influence of attire on cognitive processes.

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Study on Children's Self-Belief

A study on children aged four to six, known as the Batman effect, revealed the impact of self-awareness on task performance. Three groups were tested with difficult puzzles. The group viewing themselves in third person did 13% better, demonstrating increased diligence. Another group dressed in favorite costumes like Batman or Wonder Woman surpassed by 23%, showing higher resilience and self-talk improvement.

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