The Psychology of Mistakes - 7 Ways To Fix Lazy Thinking
We celebrate 'hard work" but forget to consider the benefits of thinking "hard thoughts". This episode teaches how to navigate uncertainty without taking easy options by building a capacity for complexity. Allow doubt to improve our decisions Understand multiple causes behind outcomes Reduce judgement of others Improve your field of vision Weight statistics properly Take ownership of forming opinion without using others Accept lower confidence and greater accuracy The mind is full of complexity and it relentlessly tries to optimise and take shortcuts. This serves is well in many aspects but cultivating a practice of taking the harder path in our thinking allows us to see hidden truths behind out assumptions. To arrive at better decisions we need to learn to balance uncertainty with statistics and see beyond our limited field of view. It isn't easy but the benefits can greatly improve your outcomes and your mindsets. Upgrade to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Sponsors 🥙 Hello Fresh - America's #1 meal kit provider 10 free meals across 7 boxes HelloFresh.com/FreeGrowthMindset Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - GrowthMindsetPodcast.com Chapters: 00:00 Benefits of thinking hard thoughts 01:12 Optimizing for the wrong things 03:59 1st - Elimination of doubt 06:55 2nd - Single cause explanation to complex events 09:12 3rd - Justification of your own action whilst judging the actions of others 12:02 Morgan Housel - we are blind to the vast majority of what people are thinking 12:12 Lessons from the book 'Evil' 14:20 4th - Your own field of vision is the same as everyone else's 18:05 5th - The desire to prioritize stories over statistics 20:46 6th - Outsourcing our hard decisions to the opinions of pundits, consultants, and experts 24:09 7th - Overconfidence 26:21 Annie Duke - Thinking of bets 28:22 Accepting probabilities and the reality of a situation 29:33 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 Okt 202432min
7 Painful Paradoxes of Self-Improvement that Create More Problems Than They Solve
A lot of the self-improvement industry and advice is backwards. The more books we read the further away from our goals we become. Ultimately we want to be happier yet we are accruing more and more things to fix before we are happy with ourselves. In this episode, we explore the biggest paradoxes where the work we do can make us more brittle and breakable: Effortlessness Paradox - The harder we try the harder we make it Happiness Paradox - Pursuing Happiness instead chases it away Validation paradox - Seeking external validation prevents internal validation Emotions paradox - Suppressing emotions makes them overwhelm us The Shadow - Rejecting our flaws makes them worse Planning Paradox - Overplanning reduces adaptability Self-Improvement Paradox - The more things you find to fix the more broken you feel Searching and finding can be different things. We learn a more subtle approach to self-improvement that spends more time building wisdom and focusing on smaller immediately actionable steps with less chasing and running in circles. We find answers to the question "How do we balance the art of wanting to improve whilst also wanting to live in contentment in the present?" Upgrade to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Sponsors 🥙 Hello Fresh - America's #1 meal kit provider 10 free meals across 7 boxes HelloFresh.com/FreeGrowthMindset Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - GrowthMindsetPodcast.com Chapters: 00:00 The Effortlessness Paradox 03:08 The Messy Reality of Self-Improvement 04:23 Introduction to the Growth Mindset Psychology Podcast 05:14 The Paradox of Pursuing Happiness 07:49 The Paradox of Validation 10:52 The Paradox of Emotions 12:53 Carl Jung and the Shadow Concept 13:49 Acceptance Over Rejection 15:07 The Planning Paradox 16:29 Understanding Uncertainty Tolerance 16:47 Steve Jobs' Journey of Adaptability 17:27 Embracing the Unexpected 18:06 The Paradox of Self-Improvement 18:44 The Dunning-Kruger Effect in Self-Help 19:49 The Slow Process of Real Change 22:12 Balancing Self-Improvement and Acceptance 25:22 The Timid Cat Analogy for Happiness 26:33 Final Thoughts and Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
25 Okt 202429min
Psychology of Mental Strength: 3 Habits to Build Resilience, Inner Toughness & a Growth Mindset
A masterclass on showing up as your best self. No toxic overworking or ultra-positive crap, but instead knowing and being yourself. We learn how to: Honestly understand our emotions Resist unnecessary mental time travel Distinguish our wants and our values Get a grip on reality and get a grip on yourself with this short episode with no punches pulled, only real and important lessons. Join host Sam Webster Harris on the Growth Mindset Pyscholgy podcast for an insightful exploration of mental strength and emotional resilience. This episode delves into the differences between mental strength and emotional suppression, and provides practical tips for harnessing mental resources, controlling self-defeating thoughts, and practicing emotional honesty. Learn about 'mental time travel' and its impact on anxiety and depression, and discover mindfulness, meditation techniques, and grounding exercises to stay present. Additionally, the episode covers 8 proven habits to build mental toughness, including gratitude, self-compassion, and embracing a growth mindset. Enhance your mental resilience and face life's challenges with greater fortitude with these valuable strategies. Upgrade to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Sponsors 🥙 Hello Fresh - America's #1 meal kit provider 10 free meals across 7 boxes HelloFresh.com/FreeGrowthMindset Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - GrowthMindsetPodcast.com Chapters: 00:00 Sam: 3 habits to build mental strength 04:25 #1 Be Honest About Your Emotions 06:05 Practical step #1 - Self Reflection 06:15 Practical Step #2 - Naming Your Emotions 06:30 Practical Step #3 - Avoid Judgement 06:47 Practical Step #4 - Seek Some Feedback 07:19 #2 Be Present and Resist Unnecessary Mental Time Travel 09:38 Mindfulness, Meditation &Grounding Techniques 10:36 Schedule some reflections 10:56 Practicing Activities that Require Full Engagement 11:26 Genlty Reminding Yourself 13:20 #3 Distinguish Your Wants and Values 16:00 Reflection, Journaling, Visualization & Accountability 18:30 5 Bonus Habits 18:37 Cultivating Gratitude 19:21 Self Compassion 20:08 Setting and Communicating Your Limits 20:25 Social Support 21:10 Setting Goals and Plans 21:38 Building Growth Mindset = Building Mental Toughness 22:39 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
22 Okt 202425min
Master Finishing Things - Unblock Creative Constipation, Avoid Side-projects & Find Focus
Unconventional Strategies to finish important things and ease the overwhelm in your life. You might have a burning pile of unfinished side projects. For some reason reading another book on productivity doesn't solve the problem. This episode covers uncommon ideas that actually work even for people with ADHD. This episode will help you: Let go of baggage - cut the things slowing you down Stop fighting - Work with your energy and interests instead of against yourself Identify blockers - stop your projects getting sidetracked Value your time - spend energy where it means the most Overcome perfection - turn ideas into stepping stones From handling creative constipation to finding your calling, understanding the psychology of intentional productivity will provide a kinder way to look at your goals and task list and get your ducks in a row. Upgrade to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Sponsors 🥙 Hello Fresh - America's #1 meal kit provider 10 free meals across 7 boxes HelloFresh.com/FreeGrowthMindset Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - GrowthMindsetPodcast.com Chapters: 00:00 The Junkyard of Unfinished Projects 02:10 The Myth of Finishing Everything 03:02 The Power of Abandoning Unrewarding Tasks 04:30 Start more of What you Finish 05:51 The 80/20 Rule in Practice 08:22 Identifying and Overcoming Blockers 08:58 The Danger of Perfectionism 11:04 Absolute No Go's - The blockers you can't beat 14:06 When to use Delegation and Collaboration 14:27 The Pitfalls of Incomplete Processes 16:44 Growth Mindset and Leaning into Strengths 17:14 Identifying and Delegating Blockers 18:18 Valuing Your Time 20:12 The Paradox of Finishing Unwanted Tasks 21:35 Framework for Achieving Goals 23:33 The Power of Imperfect Action 26:25 Unblock Creative Constipation 30:05 Questions to Ponder and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
18 Okt 202434min
How to Be Remembered in a Forgetful World - 3 Rules to Build Lasting Impressions
Win friends and influence people by being yourself, with style We all have different skills that are worth others knowing about. What isn't so easy is communicating those qualities in a believable, effective, and timely manner. Today's episode will show you how to build and tell your story whilst crafting a better presence: Psychology of authenticity Identifying your real strengths How to be memorable Why a little kindness does go a long way You don't need to change yourself but instead work on the art of uncovering the things you hide behind to help you put your best foot forward. Upgrade to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Related Episodes: 7 Wierd Life-Changing Skills: That will make you happier - 19th July 2024 Ego Blindspots: 9 Cognitive Biases to avoid - 7th May 2024 Living the 4-Hour Work Week: Felix Chandler's strategy for being content - 14th Feb 2018 Sponsors 🥙 Hello Fresh - America's #1 meal kit provider 10 free meals across 7 boxes HelloFresh.com/FreeGrowthMindset Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - GrowthMindsetPodcast.com Chapters: 00:00 The Power of Perception & Emotional Impact 01:42 Common Mistakes in Self-Presentation 04:58 Being Yourself: The Key to Authenticity 05:35 Developing Your Personal Style 08:12 The Concept of 'Show, Don't Tell' 08:51 The Power of Humor in Self-Presentation 10:07 Actions Speak Louder Than Words 12:09 Crafting Everyday Stories 14:02 Identifying Your Strengths & Turning Strengths into Stories 15:34 Communicating Your Qualities 18:08 Making Your Work Understandable 19:12 The Importance of Kindness 21:57 Sharing Your Cheese Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
15 Okt 202425min
How to Build Worldly Wisdom - The Greatest Mental Models of Charlie Munger
Practical Psycholgoy lessons from Warren Buffet's business partner. Ideas used to create rational thinking and build a Trillion-Dollar empire. Today we dissect the best lessons from "Poor Charlies Almanac" A blueprint for rational thinking and sensible investing. Charlie Munger loved Psychology and wanted there to be a course on Practical Psychology to be taught at all universities. He believed it would make the world a better place. His book combines his favourite tools from psychology as well as other lessons and mental models he found to build worldly wisdom and the best investing record in history. Upgrade to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Related Episodes: Greatest Mental Models of Jeff Bezos: Principles behind his success - 24th May 2024 Thinking Fast and Slow: Where Biases come from - 12th July 2024 Ego Blindspots: 9 Cognitive Biases to avoid - 7th May 2024 Meet Sam Free Call - Schedule Link Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Website - GrowthMindsetPodcast.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Mastering Wisdom 00:23 Charlie Munger's Influence 01:13 The Growth Mindset Psychology Podcast 02:07 Exploring Poor Charlie's Almanac 03:54 #1 - Interdisciplinary Thinking 06:40 Understanding Circle of Competence 07:50 Opportunity Costs in Decision Making 08:45 The Inversion Principle 11:39 #2 - Cognitive Biases 12:47 Confirmation Bias and Clear Thinking 14:34 Authority Bias and Independent Thought 16:26 Social Proof and Individuality 17:51 Arguing Against Your Own Beliefs 18:49 # Weaknesses 19:20 Lack of Emotion and suspension of belief 20:41 Binary thinking and Fixed Mindset 21:30 Arrogance and assumption that others are stupid 25:46 #3 - Rational Decision Making 26:59 First Principles Thinking 28:47 Probabilistic Thinking and Risks 30:22 The Margin of Safety 31:37 Chauffeur Knowledge vs. True Understanding 33:51 Applying Mental Models in Real Life 34:39 Sharing Wisdom and Building Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11 Okt 202439min
The Truth About Potential: How the Inversion Principle Applies to Success
Being who you were meant to be Vs. Choosing who you get to be. There is a lot of content about finding yourself. There is also a lot of content about success and greatness and how brilliant leaders forged a new path or "Put a dent in the Universe"... What if we are thinking about it completely wrong? In this episode, we explore different ways of thinking about success and the common connections between ideas and people who break out and defy the odds. From Hitler to Haribo and Jesus to Radiohead we look into some timeless lessons from history to make better sense of the world around us and ourselves. Upgrade to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Meet Sam Free Call - Schedule Link Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Website - GrowthMindsetPodcast.com Chapters: 00:00 Innovative leaders and the Quest for Self-Discovery 01:07 Exploring Success Across History 01:38 The Curious Case of Confucius (and the Buddha and Socrates 02:22 The Timeless Teachings of Ancient Philosophers 03:08 Teacher vs Curriculum - The Role of Timing in Success 05:26 The Concept of Lightning Rods and Storm clouds 07:44 The Power of Ideas and Creativity 12:10 The Story of Radiohead's 'Nude' 14:37 The Evolution of Radiohead's Sound 17:56 The Nature of Ideas and Their Timelessness 19:12 The Mythology of Historical Figures 19:57 Revealing vs. Creating 20:13 The Inversion Principle in Life and Business 20:48 Channeling Ideas, Energy & The Potential Within Us All 22:06 Connecting the Dots in Life 22:33 Wrap up - Connect this episode to a friend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
8 Okt 202425min
AMA #2: Procrastination Blockers - Understanding Enthusiasm - Auditory Processing Myths - Writing & Research Strategies - Scary People
Navigate different challenges by building understanding, mental models and good strategy. In this episode of the Growth Mindset Psychology Podcast, host Sam Webster Harris dives into a range of listener questions: How do Auditory processing difficulties affect willingness to learn Does a lack of Enthusiasm indicate a negativity bias How do you stay organised and on time with big projects and avoid panicking and procrastination Why do I get scared of people who come across differently from my expectations? How does Sam research and write his episodes and remain unbiased? We cover a lot of interesting studies, mental models and tips and trips to navigating these seemingly specific problems that have a lot of wider lessons for us all. The episode has some common themes of how our environment affects us, how to stay motivated and on track and what are the detailed strategies people use to get results. Upgrade to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Meet Sam Free Call - Schedule Link Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Website - GrowthMindsetPodcast.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 01:03 #Q1 - Auditory Processing Disorder and willingness to learn 04:12 Personal Experiences with Learning Challenges 06:04 Overcoming Language Barriers 07:56 Impact of Environment on Learning 11:19 Recognizing Symptoms and Misdiagnoses 15:38 #Q2 - Addressing Enthusiasm and Negativity Bias 18:28 Understanding Enthusiasm vs. Negativity 21:12 Strategies for Building Enthusiasm 22:44 #Q3 Accountability and Procrastination Solutions 25:04 How Sam Launched the Podcast and Built Consistency 28:05 Tips for being a writer 29:26 Recommended Resources 30:00 Sendoff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
4 Okt 202433min
