November 04, 2025

Ep 93 | Growth Mindset (Part 1) From Fixed to Growth

15 minutes

In this empowering episode of "She Finds Joy," Kim dives deep into the transformative differences between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset. Drawing from decades of brain research and her personal journey, Kim shares stories of triumph over self-doubt, resistance, and adversity, revealing how embracing growth allows us to unlock our fullest potential and invite more joy into our lives.

Key Topics Covered:

Understanding Fixed vs. Growth Mindset: Kim breaks down the characteristics of fixed and growth mindsets, using relatable examples from education, the workplace, and her own life. She explains how statements like “I’m just not good at this” keep us boxed in, while adopting the power of “yet” signals openness to learning and development.

The Science Behind Growth: Citing research by Dr. Carol Dweck and Sean Achor, Kim highlights how our brains are designed to adapt and grow, meaning most of us are only using a fraction of our true capacity. She dispels myths about talent and intelligence, encouraging listeners to challenge the belief that their skills are set in stone.

Personal Stories of Growth: From marathons to keynote speaking, Kim shares how she overcame initial failures and fear with perseverance and belief. Her story—from a trembling teenager in speech class to a confident speaker before thousands—embodies the growth mindset in action.

Overcoming Resistance in Organizations: Through workplace anecdotes, Kim discusses change management and the resistance to new challenges, demonstrating how shifting perspective can empower teams to embrace productive struggle and innovation.

Productive Struggle and Resilience: Using the metaphor of a butterfly fighting its way out of a cocoon, Kim illustrates the necessity of struggle for true growth. She champions embracing difficulties as opportunities to strengthen resilience and confidence.

Action Steps:

Notice where a fixed mindset shows up in your language: swap “I can’t” for “I can’t yet.”

Challenge yourself or your team to lean into challenges, reframing setbacks as opportunities for growth.

Celebrate wins and progress, even when it feels uncomfortable or hard.

Share the episode with someone who may be struggling to believe in their potential.

Notable Quotes:

“Inside every adversity lies the seed of something greater.”

“You're never stuck. It's your brain that tricks you into thinking you don't have this ability. But your brain and your body are built to grow.”

“When we learn to prioritize our happiness and well-being, we elevate every single area of our lives.”

“You have 90% potential left—you are deserving of joy and happiness.”

Listener Challenge:

Kim invites you to reflect on your own mindset:

Where have you let a fixed mindset limit you?

What’s one area where you can begin saying “I don’t know this yet” and embrace the journey of learning?

Share your insights on social media and tag @KimStrobelJoy—she wants to hear your stories of growth!

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Don’t let self-doubt or perceived limitations keep you boxed in. Embrace challenges, step into productive struggle, and trust in your power to grow. Your willingness to pursue growth is a gift—let your confidence and resilience ripple outward and make the world a brighter, more joyful place.

Thank you for listening to "She Finds Joy."

Remember: You are worthy of happiness and capable of great things.

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