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Stoicism provides ancient answers for life in any era. As relevant today as ever. Do modern-day stresses have you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? These philosophical teachings of Stoicism provide timeless principles to develop wisdom, inner peace, and emotional resilience no matter the external chaos. This season is all about adopting the practices to increase growth and resilience even through uncertainty and adversity. Discover Ancient Stoic Ways to Build Growth Mindset Resilience. We’ll be going through 5 Principles for creating happiness - from reducing anxiety to focusing on self-mastery. Get to understand how emulating thinkers like philosopher Epictetus or the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius can seriously upgrade your mindset.  Whether you want to boost happiness, develop more courage or stop complaining so much – the stoics have got you covered!  Tune in to learn how embracing challenges, controlling your reactions, and getting comfortable with discomfort can help you enjoy life’s unpredictable journey. - - - On the growth mindset podcast with Sam Webster Harris, we explore 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. Through a process of honest self-reflection of what is holding us back and what is driving us forward, we can lose the ego and build awareness of how to be the best we can be. - - - Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Twitter - @samjamharris Instagram - @SamJam.zen Youtube - @Samjam - - - Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement Episode: 5 Stoic Principles for Creating Happiness Now Chapters: 0:00 Parallels and Lessons from the Stoics 02:42 5 Stoic Principles for Creating Happiness 03:29 1st concept - The dichotomy of control 06:03 2nd concept - Love of fate 09:39 3rd concept - Negative visualization 11:26 4th concept - Virtue is the soul good 14:23 5th concept - Mindful acceptance 18:17 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28 Nov 202321min

Do you ever feel like happiness is something just out of reach? Like you'll be happier once you get that promotion, move into your dream home, or reach some other milestone? What if you could unlock more joy, optimism, and contentment right now, today? In this practical episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, our host Sam Webster Harris dives into the psychology of happiness and shares six simple phrases you can start using immediately to reframe your thinking and boost your mood. Discover how small tweaks to your self-talk and conversations with others can create genuine shifts in your mindset and emotional state. Stop waiting for happiness - you have the power to create it! - - - On the growth mindset podcast with Sam Webster Harris, we explore 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. Through a process of honest self-reflection of what is holding us back and what is driving us forward, we can lose the ego and build awareness of how to be the best we can be. - - - Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Twitter - @samjamharris Instagram - @SamJam.zen Youtube - @Samjam - - - Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement Episode: 6 Phrases for Genuine Happiness  Chapters: 00:00  Happiness is A Choice and Within Our Control 01:18 Reframing Your Thinking to Be More Happy 01:53 "I Get To" 04:12 "What Was Your Rose" 06:33 "Tell Me More" 08:02 "Yet" 09:43 "Will This Thing Matter A Year From Now" 12:01 "I Will Focus on X" 14:46 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 Nov 202317min

The day you stop racing, is the day you win the race. Sick of the 9-5 grind and trying to fit society’s mold? Our guest, Alex Dunsdon of Potential.co, felt the same until he broke free. After feeling stuck in advertising for 10 years, Alex realized he needed to stop pleasing people and trying to meet society's expectations. He shares his unconventional path to finding his passion in impact investing and living life on his own terms. We dive into powerful mindset shifts like embracing your quirks, turning off your brain to find your true self, managing ADD, and adopting a “generosity strategy” where you give energy to help others. Alex believes this allows life to work its magic! He also started the company Potential VC to fund projects and people making a difference in areas like climate, finance, and education. We explore embracing uncertainty rather than rigid plans, exposing yourself to opportunities, and accepting the world as chaos. If you want to gain perspective, surround yourself with your tribe, and trust in life’s possibilities, join us for an inspiring conversation on breaking free and living with purpose. Unlock your potential today! - - - On the growth mindset podcast with Sam Webster Harris, we explore 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. Through a process of honest self-reflection of what is holding us back and what is driving us forward, we can lose the ego and build awareness of how to be the best we can be. - - - Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Twitter - @samjamharris Instagram - @SamJam.zen Youtube - @Samjam - - - Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement Episode: Escaping the Rat Race to Find Your Passion Chapters: 00:00 Choosing Which Waves to Ride 03:24 Alex's Experience in Advertising 04:40 Sam's first job experience 05:35 What Made Alex Realise He was Heading the Wrong Path 07:42 Importance of Finding Your Tribe 11:47 Alex's Resolution in Life  12:43 Life as a Game 14:46 Sam's Vipassana Experience 16:31 How Alex Came Up With The Concept of Potential VC 22:49 Take Aways from Vipassana Experience 24:46 What It's like Running A Business with an ADD Brain 26:03 How Alex Realized He Had ADD 27:33 Alex's Version of Vipassana 32:16 Alex's Imparting Advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 Nov 202339min

I know it can feel scary and uncomfortable to start being public with your passions and interests. But take it from me, it pays off big time! Whether you start a podcast, write blogs, make YouTube videos, or just post on social media - creating content keeps you accountable, helps you improve your thinking, and attracts the career and connections you’ve been dreaming about. Trust me, I went from a dude with a smartphone to a full-time podcaster simply by starting to share my thoughts and interests out loud. So if you're looking to grow your skills, mindset, network, and career in business, self-improvement, psychology or any interest area - don't wait around for opportunity to strike. Put yourself out there and let the law of creation work its magic! - - - On the growth mindset podcast with Sam Webster Harris, we explore 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. Through a process of honest self-reflection of what is holding us back and what is driving us forward, we can lose the ego and build awareness of how to be the best we can be. - - - Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Twitter - @samjamharris Instagram - @SamJam.zen Youtube - @Samjam - - - Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement Episode: The Law of Creation Chapters: 00:00 Benefits of Showing Up 01:25 Lessons Documenting and Sharing Your Process  04:06 Looking into Harry Stebbings' Experience 05:14 Go Niche and Share Your Process and Ideas. 06:31 How Creating Content Keeps You Accountable and Attracts Opportunities 07:33 How to Know What You're Interested In  08:55 Waiting for Your Calling Won't Work 11:10 What the Law of Creation Means 13:08 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 Nov 202315min

Do you ever feel like your work just isn't good enough? We have a natural urge to play it safe and avoid rejection. But playing it safe will never produce work that resonates deeply. In this episode, we break down the mindsets and strategies of the world's most successful creators. Learn how to adopt a founder's mentality, tap into human psychology, and conduct rapid experiments that help you achieve product-market fit. Discover strategies for standing out, crafting work that resonates at a deeply human level and understand why "good enough" will never be good enough. It's time to step up your game and have the courage to constantly evolve rather than playing it safe. - - - On the growth mindset podcast with Sam Webster Harris, we explore 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. Through a process of honest self-reflection of what is holding us back and what is driving us forward, we can lose the ego and build awareness of how to be the best we can be. - - - Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Twitter - @samjamharris Instagram - @SamJam.zen Youtube - @Samjam - - - Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement Episode: The Psychology of Creating Viral Content Chapters: 0:00 Sharing Ideas 01:11 How to Get Better at Doing Stuff 01:27 Product Market Fit 03:08 The Mom Test 04:22 Iterating Your Idea 06:14 Feedback is a Gift 07:19 Growing the Growth Mindset Podcast 09:45 If Your Work isn't Growing, It's Dying 10:15 Biggest Myth in Content Creation 11:54 Don't Feel Any Attachment to Any Ideas You Have 14:15 Stop Making Excuses 15:31 Lessons from Mr. Beast 16:51 Don't be Insane 18:15 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7 Nov 202321min

Fail and fail again till you hit success. Winning comes from a willingness to fail. Dive into the visionary mind of Tim Draper as he shares insights on embracing failure, fostering innovation, and disrupting traditional education. Tim's passion for fostering a generation of entrepreneurial risk-takers led to the creation of Draper University, a place where students are encouraged to fail, adapt, and ultimately succeed. Learn Tim's unconventional approach to spotting winning startups, why he threw out the school rulebook with Draper University, and his predictions on Bitcoin, AI, and the future of finance. If you want to upgrade your psychology for success, develop a growth mindset, and learn how billionaires capture opportunity, you'll love this candid conversation. Tim Draper brings amazing stories on reinvention, taking risks, thinking decades ahead, and turning impossible ideas into reality. - - - On the growth mindset podcast with Sam Webster Harris, we explore 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. Through a process of honest self-reflection of what is holding us back and what is driving us forward, we can lose the ego and build awareness of how to be the best we can be. - - - Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Twitter - @samjamharris Instagram - @SamJam.zen Youtube - @Samjam - - - Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement Episode: Inside the Mind of a Billionaire Investor: Tim Draper Chapters: 0:00 The Billionaire Mindset 02:38 Early Entrepreneurial Experience 06:47 Getting People to Invest 08:47 What Does Tim Look for with Entrepreneurs when Investing in them 12:47 Struggles Staying in The Present 13:35 Things Tim were Wrong About 14:48 Sam's First Business 15:11 The Future of Governance 17:04 What The Future of Crypto Looks Like for Tim 21:24 How Freedom Works When Making A Difference 26:29 What Would Tim Do If He Lost Everything Right Now 27:38 Political Involvement as a Successful VC 30:21 Embracing Failure with Draper University 32:53 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Nov 202338min

Do you make snap judgments or quick assumptions? Our brains take mental shortcuts that lead to prejudice. In this episode, we discuss the psychology behind prejudices and why they go undetected. Discover how social norms and ego reinforce biased thinking. Learn why flexible mindsets and new experiences are key to countering prejudice. We offer perspective on how "good taste" develops through breaking habits and conscious effort. Our goal is to help you recognize prejudices influencing your life - from communication to major decisions - so you can escape filter bubbles and become a more objective thinker. Tune in to better understand yourself and others. - - - On the growth mindset podcast with Sam Webster Harris, we explore 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. Through a process of honest self-reflection of what is holding us back and what is driving us forward, we can lose the ego and build awareness of how to be the best we can be. - - - Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Twitter - @samjamharris Instagram - @SamJam.zen Youtube - @Samjam - - - Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement Episode: Free Yourself of Opinions and Prejudice Chapters: 0:00 Free Yourself of Opinions and Prejudice 02:24 How Prejudice Happens 04:01 Lacking Awareness of What Change Would be Like 05:59 Communication  07:41 Where People Live 11:12 Lesson from Rick Rubin 11:58 Talent vs. Skill 14:21 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

31 Okt 202317min

What if every “no” you heard was just the universe redirecting you towards your true calling? For Jonathan Petrides, a string of rejections set him on the path to plant-based startup success. In this candid conversation, JP shares his journey from management consultant to mission-driven entrepreneur as he bootstrapped plant-based startup AllPlants from his home kitchen. Learn how JP overcame rejection, self-doubt, and early startup challenges with resilience, resourcefulness and a relentless desire to make an impact. Discover how he scaled AllPlants rapidly while staying true to his purpose of inspiring the world to eat more plants. JP reflects openly on everything from fundraising dilemmas and hiring hurdles to maintaining kindness and enjoyment amidst the rollercoaster ride of entrepreneurship. Walk away inspired, equipped with practical tips, and remembering that we all have potential waiting to be unlocked. - - - On the growth mindset podcast with Sam Webster Harris, we explore 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. Through a process of honest self-reflection of what is holding us back and what is driving us forward, we can lose the ego and build awareness of how to be the best we can be. - - - Connect with Sam: Sam's newsletter on creativity - Explosive Thinking Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Twitter - @samjamharris Instagram - @SamJam.zen Youtube - @Samjam - - - Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement Episode: How to Overcome Rejection and Take Action Chapters: 00:00 Importance of Showing Up 02:05 JP's Story 03:54 Dealing with a Fallow Period 05:07 Finding Something You Can Commit To 06:57 Why Did JP Move to Nairobi 08:59 Starting a Vegan Business 13:03 How AllPlants Operations Started  15:44 Did AllPlants Go into Investors 18:26 What's the Most Difficult Thing AllPlants Faced 21:06 Mistakes Made 22:27 There's Always a Way to Convert No to a Y es 29:28 JP's Mantra in Life 30:21 Earliest Memory 31:17 Kindest Thing   32:14 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

27 Okt 202337min