Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

6 Unsexy Habits of Geniuses


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Being a genius isn't purely about IQ, it requires a bunch of habits, traits, and mindsets. In fact, some of the most brilliant people in history were the ones who were willing to work hard and learn from their mistakes.


In this episode, we'll talk about 6 unsexy habits that can help you become a genius. These habits might not be glamorous, but they're essential for success


We'll explore the mindset of champions and geniuses. We'll talk about how they think differently, how they approach challenges, and how they stay motivated. We'll also discuss the importance of learning, failure, and mentorship.


If you're looking to improve your mindset and achieve your goals, then this episode is for you.


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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.


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Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement

Episode: 6 Unsexy Habits of Genuises


00:00 People who boast about their IQ are losers

00:57 #1 Focus on other people's achievements and don't claim achievements as your own

02:22 #2 Always focus on learning over things that pay you well or give you power

04:19 #3 Be the dumbest person in the room

06:29 #4 Making really good use of mentoring.

09:55 #5 Be embarrassingly weird

11:33 #6 Acknowledge that you'll always want to think that you are right

13:01 Bonus Tip: Work hard

14:39 Outro


Topics

Traits of geniuses, Genius habits, Mindsets for success, Growth mindset, Psychology of geniuses, IQ and output, How to use mentors, Stand out, You're crazy until they call you a genius, Growth mindset vs fixed mindset,

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