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Shoremates,

We did it!  Today is the end of our 3rd book, Mindset.

In this chapter we talk about changing mindsets.  It is incredibly encouraging to know that we can, in fact, change our mindsets to that of growth!  Shout out to this podcasts sponsor, Nautical Teas.  Gourmet, delicious, loose leaf teas.  Each tea you see at www.nauticalteas.com has been handcrafted with you in mind.  If you love tea and this podcast, check it out today. 

Action Items:

1. Come up with a list of 3 things you can do today to help make your environment more “growth minded” friendly.  Example of this can include post its hung around your house reminding you of certain notes. 
2. If you have kids, I highly recommend checking out Dr. Dwecks brainology program at mindsetworks.com.  I’m not an advertiser for her, I get nothing from it.  At the time of this episode, there is a cost around $50.  However, how much would it be worth if your child understood at a young age that life is just about skill acquisition and you can get better at anything?  That’s a confidence boost I wish I had known about.
3. Celebrate.  We just finished our third book.  If you apply this book to your life, it’s going to become radically better which is something that you should take pride and joy in.

Shoremates, I hope you have an amazing day and weekend and always always remember

You’ve got this

-J.D. Elliott

Shoremates,

In Chapter 7, we cover how mindsets influence parents, teachers, and coaches.

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In this episode, we talk about how a fixed and a growth mindset make an extreme difference when it comes to our everyday relationships and how we interact with others.   

Action Items:

1. If you are a parent, pay close attention to how you are talking with your kids.  Are you saying things such as “you are smart.” Which leads to a fixed mindset or “that was a smart thing to do.” Leading to a growth mindset?
2. If you have a teaching role, have you subconsciously thought that your students were smart or they were not?  What can you do today to help lead your students towards a growth mindset?

Shoremates, once again, I understand that this episode can be a lot, as it can challenge entire belief systems from when you were growing up.  Relisten to it as much as you need to, give yourself grace, and I would highly recommend adding this book to your book shelf to see her studies yourself.

Always, always remember.  

You’ve got this.

-J.D. Elliott

Shoremates,

In Chapter 6, we cover relationships (romantic and otherwise.)

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In this episode, we talk about how a fixed and a growth mindset make an extreme difference when it comes to our everyday relationships and how we interact with others.   

Action Items:

1. In your relationships, both romantic and in friendships, where do you see yourself in the fixed or growth mindset category?  If it is fixed, what can you do to move towards growth.
2. What do you feel towards others in a relationship when they are better than you?  Do you feel genuinely happy, or jealous?  If you feel jealous, picture your partner or friend succeeding in something, and imagine yourself feeling genuinely happy for them.  Do this every day until you can do it naturally.
3. If you’re an educator or in an environment where you see people getting bullied, I highly recommend getting this book and reading this chapter to see Dr. Dweck’s advice in dealing with bullies in non violent ways. 

Shoremates, once again, I understand that this episode can be a lot, as it can challenge entire belief systems from when you were growing up.  Relisten to it as much as you need to, give yourself grace, and I would highly recommend adding this book to your book shelf to see her studies yourself.

Always, always remember.  

You’ve got this.

-J.D. Elliott

Shoremates,

In Chapter 5, we cover mindset and leadership in business.

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In this episode, we talk about how some of the greatest collapses and successes all come down to the differences between a fixed and a growth mindset.   

Action Items:

1. Would you say that you work in an environment that is catered towards the fixed mind set or growth mind set?
2. If you are in a position of management, what can you do to facilitate an environment where both you and those you work with lean towards the growth mindset?
3. Which activity can you do today that will help cultivate that new culture.

Shoremates, once again, I understand that this episode can be a lot, as it can challenge entire belief systems from when you were growing up.  Relisten to it as much as you need to, give yourself grace, and I would highly recommend adding this book to your book shelf to see her studies yourself.

Always, always remember.  

You’ve got this.

-J.D. Elliott

Hey Shoremates!

This episode covers the area of sports, and what exactly constitues the mindset of a champion.  In this episode, we cover how exactly a growth and a fixed mindset make a difference at literally every sport. 

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Action Items:

1. Do either you or someone you know have a sport you love? From a growth mindset perspective, what would it look like if you started viewing it as a process that you can get better at?
2. Rethink how you’ve viewed sports stars from a fixed and growth mindset perspective.  What can you learn from both those who are constantly striving for more, practicing, and thinking of themselves as part of a team versus thinking that their skills are fixed and that everyone is there to support them?

Shoremates, once again, I understand that this episode can be a lot, as it can challenge entire belief systems from when you were growing up.  Relisten to it as much as you need to, give yourself grace, and I would highly recommend adding this book to your book shelf to see her studies yourself.

Always, always remember.  You’ve got this.

-J.D. Elliott

Shoremates,

Welcome back to the legendary Mindset by Dr. Carol Dweck.

In this episode, we cover Chapter 3, entitled "the truth about ability and accomplishments."

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Chapter three covers several studies which may be hard for you to hear.  If so, I highly recommend purchasing this book and seeing her studies in greater detail. 

Action items

1.  Who in your field do you respect? If no one, who do you admire for being absolutely amazing at their craft?  Look them up and do some research and see exactly how hard they had to work in order to reach their potential.
2. Do you find yourself paying attention to when people compliment you for your intelligence, or lack thereof in an area? Try to reframe it to the action versus on you personally.  Now, do you compliment others based on their actions or do you tell them that they are smart, artistic, intelligent, and so forth?

Shoremates, once again, I understand that this episode can be a lot, as it can challenge entire belief systems from when you were growing up.  Relisten to it as much as you need to, give yourself grace, and I would highly recommend adding this book to your book shelf to see her studies yourself.

Always, always remember, You've got this!

-J.D. Elliott

Shoremates,

Welcome back to the legendary Mindset by Dr. Carol Dweck.

In this episode, we cover Chapter 2, entitled "inside the mindsets."

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Chapter two covers the difference between a fixed and growth mindset in greater detail, along with several case studies and answers to rebuttals she has received over the years. 

Action Items:

1.  Do you view yourself as superior to others in your field, and that is what is needed in order to feel validation?  If others work harder than you, do you feel they are below you?
2. What is it that you truly want to accomplish?  If we view effort as necessary in order to achieve our goals in life and that effort is actually a good thing, how much effort do you need to apply towards your goals?
3. Take action today on whatever it is you need to apply effort in, and take heart in knowing that just because you have to apply effort doesn’t mean that your value is any less. 

Shoremates, I understand that this episode can be a bit of a doozy, as it is literally changing the way you think.  Relisten to it as much as you need to, give yourself grace, and Always, always remember.  You’ve got this.

-J.D. Elliott

Shoremates,

Welcome to a new book, the legendary Mindset by Dr. Carol Dweck.

In this episode, we cover the introduction and chapter one.

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Chapter one is a brief outline on the differences between a growth and a fixed mindset.  During this episode, we cover many key differences between the two, along with some key phrases that those from each mindset will use. 

Action Items:

1. Throughout this episode, what were you feeling? Did you feel like you identified with the growth or the fixed mindset?
2. If you identified with the fixed mindset, don’t feel sad or beat yourself up!  The whole point of this is to show that mindsets can change.  If you do identify with a fixed mindset, imagine how it would feel to change your belief to that of a learner…that it doesn’t reflect negatively on you if you’re wrong.  In fact, it helps to build your identity because you become stronger
3. If you find that you’re beating yourself up or feeling ashamed for being wrong over this next week, interrupt yourself!  Tell yourself that it is perfectly fine to be wrong, and that does not make you a bad person.

Shoremates, I understand that this episode can be a bit of a doozy, as it is literally changing the way you think.  Relisten to it as much as you need to, give yourself grace, and Always, always remember.  You’ve got this.

-J.D. Elliott

Shoremates,

Welcome to the final chapter in this book, The Law of Contribution, John Maxwell's 15th Law in his book, the 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth. 

In this episode, we talk about how the greatest thing we can do in life is contribute to others.  That it is through this contribution that we make the biggest impact in life. 

There are two different ways to look at life.  One is to view it as a reservoir.  You only have so much water, and you need to guard it carefully, as you’ll never know when you need it.  The other way is to look at life as a river.  There will always be an influx of water, and therefore you are always making a contribution.  You’re not afraid to give to others.  It is not a mistake that this Law, the law of contribution, is part of John’s rules for personal growth, for it is by giving to others that you’ll see significant growth.  It is a transformation from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset. 

In this episode, we cover questions to ask yourself in being a good mentor, cover several recommendations for how to contribute, and then go through a summary of the previous 14 laws.

Action Items: 

1. Up to this point in life, have you been more of the giver, or more of the taker?  How much do you contribute on a daily basis?
2. What comes first in your life: goals and dreams, or people?
3. What can you do in your life moving forward to ensure you’re living a life of contribution and generosity?

Shoremates, congratulations.  Together we have come to the conclusion of the 15 invaluable laws of growth by John C. Maxwell.

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Always, Always remember,

You've got this!

-J.D. Elliott

Shoremates,

Welcome to The Law of Expansion, John Maxwell's 14th Law in his book, the 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth. 

In this episode, we talk about the fact that in life, there is no finish line when it comes to this personal development lifestyle.  Actually, there is a finish line....that finish line is death.

Many experts agree that on average, we use only small fraction of our potential.  John likens this to owning several hundred acres of land, yet only using half an acre of it for profit.  In this episode, we talk through multiple ways to increase your capacity for both thinking and for action.

Action Items: 

1.  What are the action items that move you the most towards your dreams in life?
2.  Which of those actions make the rest of the actions either easier or nonexistent?  These are what to schedule first.
3. What actions in life are you doing that don’t bring you joy, don’t move you closer to your dreams, and if you’re being honest, are unnecessary.  If they are necessary, can you either delegate or streamline them better?

We thank our podcast sponsor, Nautical Teas, and if you love gourmet, delicious, handcrafted, loose leaf teas, be sure to check out the variety at www.nauticalteas.com.

Always, Always remember,

You've got this!

-J.D. Elliott