Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

Discover how to increase your output and learn faster while avoiding burnout by optimizing your mindset, reframing brain training, and making work enjoyable. Explore the differences between mind and muscle, learn from memory champions, and find joy in gamifying tedious tasks. Uncover the secrets of Alexander the Great, Steve Jobs, and Jason Mraz in shaping hard things into enjoyable experiences.

Explore the art of finishing tasks and overcoming blockers, focusing on strengths and interests to enhance efficiency. Learn about effective delegation, prioritization, and the importance of task completion and self-reflection. Discover unconventional advice and strategies for improving creativity and productivity.

We are often told we are the product of the 5 people we spend the most time with. This episode explores the cases where this isn't true and what we can learn from examining the relationships we have. We learn that actually, the most significant effect is from those that prevent us from being ourselves. Otherwise, we are free to choose the qualities we are inspired by regardless of how much time we spend with people. Questions to reflect on What are my strengths? When do I feel like I am being myself? I am putting my energy directly into the thing I want to do or is it postponed for some reason? Is there a faster way to reach the lifestyle I want? Who are my idols? Why do I look up to them? Could I have better idols?Who are 5 cool but very different friends to me, what would they tell me to do? Connect with Sam: Join the conversation on the social podcast app - PodvineSam's newsletter on creativity and entrepreneurship - Explosive Thinking Sam's podcast on books - Wiser Than Yesterday Support the Show - Patreon  If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it. And of course, share with your friends! Timestamps 00:00 - What is a growth mindset 00:20 - You are not the 5 people you spend time with 01:00 - Be yourself 01:23 - The skier parable 04:08 - Don't be blocked from being yourself 04:40 - Best friends 06:30 - Opposite can work 08:50 - Choose your inspiration 09:36 - Small encounters can have butterfly effects 10:53 - Prioritise healthy relationships 11:30 - Avoid being generic groups/cliques 12:08 - Sahil Lavingia and GumRoad 13:53 - Variety is the spice of life 14:53 - Questions to journal on (see above) 16:05 - Life tips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your thinking reflects your environment.We have all heard the best practices for improving your focus. These three ideas are just as influential and no one knows about them.Connect with Sam: Join the conversation on the social podcast app - PodvineSam's newsletter on creativity and entrepreneurship - Explosive Thinking Sam's podcast on books - Wiser Than Yesterday Support the Show - Patreon  If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it. And of course, share with your friends! Timestamps 00:00 - Our thinking reflects our environment 01:32 - ADHD medication compared to environment 02:27 - The Cathedral Effect 04:59 - The Movement Effect 08:49 - Intentional Laptoping 12:58 - Bonus laptop tips 15:16 - Summary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Often the thing holding us back more than anything is ourselves.The episode helps uncover the limiting beliefs we have and how they are made. We then come up with ways to question these beliefs and form empowering mindsets.Connect with Sam:Join the conversation on the social podcast app - PodvineSam's newsletter on creativity and entrepreneurship - Explosive Thinking Sam's podcast on books - Wiser Than Yesterday  If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it. And of course, share with your friends!Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 01:00 - e.g. 1 - singing 02:55 - Time horizons 03:35 - Breaking records and setting goals 04:40 - Culture 06:20 - the intelligence trap 07:32 - Evolutionary psychology of limits 08:40 - Questioning beliefs 09:10 - If things were easy 10:15 - Tony Robbins advice 11:10 - Summary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The podcast delves into the differences between amateurs and professionals in achieving goals, emphasizing the importance of consistent action. It discusses the mindset of pursuing growth over fixed goals, avoiding the trap of 'finding your calling'. The episode also covers the significance of dedication in writing and podcasting, and offers insights on transitioning from dreaming to doing.

Success lies outside of our comfort zone. Learning to regularly leave our comfort zone behind is the key to growing and achievement.This podcast is a masterclass in strategies and lessons that help you face fears and expand your comfort zone.Learn more about deliberate practice and strategies to enjoy your moments of failure as opportunities.---Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking  Sam's podcast on books - Wiser Than Yesterday  Support the Show - Patreon  Listen and connect with the show - Podvine   If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it . And of course, share with your friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam was supposed to record an advert but got a little lost with making rhymes about mindset. He is fully aware he is an idiot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don't be scared of failure. Eccie Newton tells us about the relentless setbacks whilst building her catering idea into a company that's raised over £350 million."For one thing to go right, a hundred things had to go wrong."Eccie's is a brilliant story of resilience and strength and this is a must-listen for any growth mindset or business enthusiasts.Timestamps00:01:34 Working through the "Trough of sadness"00:03:22 No no, everything went wrong, Literally Everything00:04:26 Epic Pie day failure00:05:58 First ever VC meeting00:08:23 Raw is More Cookbook00:11:16 Scaling up mistakes00:14:08 Why even start a business00:17:07 Work with the right people00:18:14 Earliest vivid memory - Infinity00:19:56 Kindest thing - Forgiveness00:21:41 Round Up and Reflection---Connect with Eccie:Karma Kitchen Karma Can LinkedIn Connect with Sam:Join the conversation on the social podcast app - PodvineSam's newsletter on creativity and entrepreneurship - Explosive Thinking Sam's podcast on books - Wiser Than Yesterday Support the Show - Patreon  If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it. And of course, share with your friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wish you didn't have to chase for opportunities? Start making them come to you instead.Learn how to put your best foot forwards for everyone to see. Follow the tactics of the successful people who got themselves out there.---Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity and entrepreneurship - Explosive Thinking  Sam's podcast on books - Wiser Than Yesterday  Support the Show - Patreon  Listen and connect with the show - Podvine   If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it . And of course, share with your friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices