Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

Dr. Steven Stein, author of 'Hardiness: Making Stress Work for You to Achieve Your Goals', shares insights on self-motivation, resilience, and dealing with stress. Learn life lessons from POWs, traits of success from Olympic champions, and the art of resilience through challenge, control, and commitment.

Uncover the mysteries of the Default Mode Network, its impact on anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Explore the history of DMN discovery, the benefits of meditation and psilocybin, and how modern neuroscience uses DMN insights for mental health treatments.

Explore the importance of prioritizing passion and energy in specific pursuits while discerning between average effort and the pursuit of excellence. Reflect on the impact of completion versus incompleteness and the fallacy of constantly seeking more. Contrast work ethic with contentment and discuss investing energy in meaningful pursuits that offer more than just efficiency.

The science behind Psilocybin-assisted mental health breakthroughs and what are the current benefits and limitations? We have the owner of Odyssey, a psilocybin experience company to discuss the state of psychedelic science and lessons from mental health treatment centres.Topics: The benefits and limitations of Psilocybin therapy What is Oceanic Boundlessness and Ego-dissolution Benefits of psilocybin for OCD and mental health Who should not use psychedelics What does a guide do and who the hell are they? Flow states and meditation Gabriel Charalambides has a varied background from working on the NASA Mars Rover to leading Drone development before focussing on mental health as part of MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies)He offers an honest breakdown of the risks and benefits of Psilocybin and the science behind it.WARNINGThe topics and medications discussed are all in a controlled medical setting. Do not try recreating them at home.- -Sponsor - Better HelpOnline therapy can boost you toward being your best self.10% off at Betterhelp.com/GROWTHMINDSET- -Sponsor - LinkedIn JobsAdvertise your job to the world's largest pool of professionals, for free!Linked.com/Growth- -OdysseyThe first legally controlled psilocybin experience in the US. Website - Odyssey Gabriel - LinkedIn Books Siddartha The Courage to be Disliked Untethered Soul How to change your mind (+ TV show) The Retreat (podcast) Growth Mindset podSam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters:00:00 Introduction02:13 Defining Growth Mindset and Oceanic Boundlessness08:04 The Attachment to Ego and Spiritual Perspectives11:11 Recommended Reading12:37 The Role of Anxiety and Letting Go During Psychedelic Experiences15:14 The Role of Retreat Guides and Holding a Safe Space17:53 Reflections during Retreats21:39 Screening and Assessing Suitability for Psychedelic Retreats24:26 The Potential Benefits of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy31:00 Restrictions for Psilocybin Retreats34:02 Considerations for Individuals with Mental Health Conditions36:19 Psychadelics and Narcissism37:23 The Training and Qualifications of Retreat Guides41:44 The Neuroscience of Psychedelic-Induced Neuroplasticity43:12 Flow states and meditation48:46 Cultural differences in participants49:48 About Odyssey50:24 Books discussed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The podcast delves into identifying real vs fleeting values, the nature of obsessions, and the narrow focus on reality. It encourages listeners to do an 80:20 analysis of priorities, emphasizing the importance of valuing time and making wise choices. The episode explores the illusion of shared values, the fickleness of our obsessions, and finding humor in our obsessions. It also discusses the changing value of money, identifying enduring values, and escaping the tyranny of 'reality'.

Discover how to crush hidden barriers like ego depletion, inner critics, fear of mistakes, imposter syndrome, and distractions. This episode dives into self-defeating beliefs and offers positive actions for personal growth and success. Learn the psychology of happiness and growth through self-improvement, and explore strategies to overcome limitations and enhance productivity.

Psychologist and author Jodi Wellman discusses positive psychology applied to the shortness of life, emphasizing overcoming habits, regret avoidance, and useful positivity. The podcast explores living wider and deeper, prioritizing adventure, creating conscious routines, and honoring life's fragility.

Explore the hidden snares of addiction, how fears control us, and reclaiming our potential. Learn about the impact of addictions on growth, the distraction ritual, and changing desires. Reframe addiction as self-imposed limitations and embrace boredom for mental liberation.

How backup plans sabotage our success and learning to take calculated risks. What can we learn from the psychology of an incredible military tactic? How can we shape our behaviours and motivations to increase our chances of success? What happens in our minds when we remove Plan B? Matt Higgins is the author of "Burn the Boats" and has the story and success to back it.After growing up in poverty looking after a disabled mother Matt has taken incredible risks to become the success he is today.After deliberately flunking out of school he somehow made it to being a shark on Shark Tank for two seasons. He runs the VC firm RSE Ventures and he has lectured at Harvard Business School for several years.Stay tuned to learn about: Making the most of your strengths and weaknesses When and what to fight for in life How to truly commit to and stick to your intentions Matt Higgins VC Firm - RSE Ventures Insta - @MHiggins X - @MHiggins LinkedIn - Matt Higgins RSE Book - Burn The Boats Growth Mindset podSam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters00:00 Cortes Burning the boats01:31 Matt Higgins04:12 The problem with Plan B06:15 Managing Risks10:57 When you should be able to retreat15:22 Why We Should Not Romaticise Failure17:41 Life After Shark Tank24:37 Optimizing Strengths vs Improving Weaknesses31:55 Importance of Commitment and Setting Intentions33:54 Inspiring Women 38:57 Earliest Memory39:38 Kindest Thing40:39 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore dimensions of existence, Zen answers to behaviors, entropy, challenging thinking patterns, gravity applied to thoughts. Delve into what makes life interesting. Break free from mental constraints and embrace chaos for personal growth