We explore 16 paradoxes that challenge conventional wisdom, from the Freedom Paradox to the Happiness Paradox.

Discover how understanding these contradictions can offer profound insights into personal growth and the human psyche. Whether it's the Intelligence Paradox that reveals knowledge's limitations or the Persuasion Paradox that underscores the power of listening, each paradox provides a unique lens through which to view our struggles and triumphs.

Join us as we unravel these complexities, shedding light on how embracing life's paradoxes can enrich our journey toward self-improvement and a deeper understanding of the world.

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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 our best.

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Episode: 16 Paradoxes of Life; How to Leverage Them

Chapters:

00:00 16 paradoxes of life

02:08 Advice Paradox

02:56 More can be less Paradox

03:39 Freedom Paradox

05:12 Growth Paradox

06:28 Wisdom Paradox

07:44 Intelligence Paradox

09:14 Persuasion Paradox

10:20 Insecurity screams and confidence whispers

11:47 Simple future paradox

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14:43 Productivity Paradox

16:45 Stress relieves stress

17:40 Harder is easier

18:32 Unpleasant moments create pleasant memories

19:14 Failure Paradox

19:35 Control Paradox

20:17 Happiness Paradox

21:59 Death Paradox

22:53 Send off

Topics:

Understanding life's paradoxes psychology podcast episode

Exploring paradoxes in growth mindset and self-improvement

Freedom Paradox insights for personal development

Growth Paradox discussion in psychology and philosophy

Navigating the Wisdom Paradox in self-improvement journeys

Intelligence Paradox implications for growth mindset

Persuasion techniques and the Persuasion Paradox

Insecurity and confidence dynamics in personal growth

Simplifying complex thoughts for mental clarity

Productivity strategies and the Productivity Paradox

Using stress management techniques to relieve stress

Approaching challenges with the Harder is Easier mindset

Creating positive memories from unpleasant experiences

Learning from failure with the Failure Paradox

The Control Paradox in psychology and personal development

Finding true happiness with the Happiness Paradox

Memento Mori and the Death Paradox in life philosophy

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Explore the timeless lessons from the Enchiridion, a manual for living by Epictetus

Uncover how ancient Stoic principles provide practical guidance for today's challenges, offering insights into personal development and psychological resilience. Learn to apply Epictetus's teachings to cultivate a resilient mindset, manage stress, and transform obstacles into opportunities for growth.

This episode bridges the gap between Stoicism and contemporary psychology, highlighting its relevance in cognitive behavioral therapy and everyday life. Join us on a transformative journey to harness the power of Stoicism for personal and psychological empowerment.

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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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Episode: The Stoics Guide to Freedom: Mastering Life with Epictetus

Chapters:

00:00 Epictetus' Enchiridion: The Handbook to Life

02:18 Overview of The Dichotomy of Control

04:50 Vipassana: accepting impermanence and change

06:32 Work with what you have and make the best of it

08:09 Loving without attachment

09:48 Going with the flow

10:46 Life as a banquet

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14:10 Have a perspective on your own life

15:08 Chinese farmer parable

16:47 Responding to insults

19:36 Takeaways from the Enchiridion

21:16 Wrap up

Topics:

Self-improvement lessons

Wiser than yesterday

Patience and persistence for growth mindset

Epictetus Enchiridion Stoicism lessons

Growth mindset insights from Epictetus

Applying Enchiridion principles in modern life

Stoic philosophy for personal development

Psychological wisdom from Epictetus's teachings

Enchiridion guide to self-improvement

Epictetus's advice on mental resilience

Incorporating Stoicism into growth mindset practices

Ancient Stoic strategies for modern challenges

Epictetus's influence on cognitive behavioral therapy

Learning Stoicism for better mental health

Epictetus's philosophy in everyday life

Self-improvement lessons from the Enchiridion

Adopting Epictetus's teachings for personal growth

Understanding Stoicism through Epictetus

Practical Stoicism for stress management

Enchiridion techniques for mindset transformation

Stoic principles for enhancing mental strength

Epictetus's Stoic wisdom for life challenges

Harnessing Stoicism for psychological resilience

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Do you feel like you're always rushing and never accomplishing anything meaningful? It's time to ditch the addiction to speed and rediscover the power of patience.

We know that "Slow and steady wins the race" yet today's culture has a new obsession, SPEED. We want to get rich quick, build abs in 10 minutes and we want to go everywhere and we want to do it NOW.

This episode will recalibrate how you think about progress and recalibrate your approach to goals, habits, and mindset. Stop seeking instant gratification and superficial gains. Ditch distraction and shift your focus from superficial productivity to deep, compounding gains.

Slow down and rediscover the joy of the journey without racing to the destination!

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Slow Down - Work Purposefully - Build Momentum

Chapters:

00:00 How to create real impact

01:45 Pre-roll break

01:47 Idolising speed

03:58 Building true momentum

06:42 Optionality is a curse - build focus and inertia

10:37 Michael Jordan's secret to success

11:17 The problems with modern dating

12:06 LinkedIn Jobs - AD

14:13 Social media fuels our addiction to speed

16:48 Marcus Aurelius on the power of slowing down

18:03 Patience creating happiness and growth

21:14 Realizations of ADHD

21:55 Going "all in" builds momentum

22:37 Send off

Topics:

self-improvement lessons

patience and persistence for growth mindset

instant results, poor foundations

recalibrating mindsets

building momentum for progress

ancient wisdom from stoicism

Mr. Beast's mindset for long-term content strategy analysis

Michael Jordan's work ethic and persistence

Marcus Aurelius meditations

problems with modern relationships

Charles Darwin's routine and slow observation evolutionary theory impact

compounding gains over time

Overcoming the speed delusion in personal development

The myth of doing more faster debunked

Forbes 30 under 30 reality vs. expectation

The power of patience in achieving goals

Avoiding the trap of rushing in modern life

Long-term success strategies in psychology and business

Embracing slow progress for meaningful achievements

Psychological benefits of a slower approach to success

Growth mindset approach to long-term goal setting

The illusion of quick success in the digital age

Lessons from Michael Jordan on patience and growth

Charles Darwin's contributions to understanding slow progress

How Mr. Beast's patience built a YouTube empire

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No matter what life throws your way in 2024, adopting a Stoic mindset can set you up for both success and satisfaction.

Join our host, Sam Webster Harris, as he walks through 24 powerful Stoic rules that are just as important today as 2000 years ago. The lessons will help you develop more mindfulness, discipline, generosity, calmness, and contentment in your life. We'll tackle big ideas like controlling what you can control, letting go of resentment, and finding joy in simple things.

So tune in to learn how embracing voluntary discomfort, practicing gratitude, and reviewing your actions can help you achieve equanimity and personal growth. With a little bit of Stoic philosophy in your back pocket, you'll be ready to handle whatever comes your way with grace and wisdom.

Episode recommendations:

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Diagnose and Fix Your Real Problems

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Episode: 24 Stoic Rules To Change Your Life

Chapter:

00:00 The answer for living a good life

01:31 Pre-roll advert

01:35 24 Rules of Stoicism

02:02 #1

02:49 #2

04:29 #3

06:47 #4

07:47 #5

09:43 #6

10:47 #7

11:46 #8

13:25 #9

14:45 #10

16:05 #11

17:27 BetterHelp ad

18:46 #12

19:42 #13

20:37 #14

21:31 #15

22:25 #16

23:25 #17

24:39 #18

25:21 #19

26:01 #20

27:01 #21

27:41 #22

28:53 #23

29:53 #24

30:33 Bonus

Topics:

biggest lessons of stoicism

stoicism principles and mindsets

ancient stoic wisdom

growth mindset psychology

resilience and grit

cultivating generosity

gratitude practices

Everyday mindfulness

self-discipline and growth

reflection, improvement learning

self-improvement podcast

ancient philosophy for modern times

live like a stoic

boosting inner strength

handling adversity

overcoming challenges and setbacks

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Are you ready to unlock your full potential and make smarter decisions in 2024? This episode provides a blueprint for developing true intelligence and wisdom.

Learn why IQ is not the only determinant of success and what the components of complete intelligence are. Study practices anyone can use to reveal the thought patterns and habits holding you back. Learn daily practices to increase intelligence and open up new patterns of thinking.

Whether you want to improve relationships, find fulfilling work, create healthy habits, or set goals, this episode will teach you how to reflect on the past year and make choices without regret moving forward.

You'll get tips on diversifying your learning, adopting a growth mindset, deliberate practice for better decision-making, and leveraging your emotional intelligence.

Become a lifelong learner, gain awareness through introspection, and develop the mental strength to create the life you want.

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Episode: How to Nurture Intelligence and Wisdom

Chapters:

00:00 Making more intelligent decisions

01:02 Pre-roll advert

01:06 Behaving intelligently

08:33 Spotting patterns in your environment and learning from them

12:29 Experiment and adapt quickly

13:56 Spotting patterns

16:58 Dedicate time

18:41 Betterhelp ad

20:00 Be an intelligent investor

26:38 Questions that will give a motivational boost if you're feeling lost

28:16 Journaling prompts

30:36 Feedback from peers and friends

33:11 Therapy and coaching

34:46 Deliberate practice

38:15 Send off

Topics:

Daily Practices to Increase Intelligence

Cultivating Intelligence through Growth Mindset

Expanding Wisdom with Positive Attitude Practices

Embracing Mistakes for Intellectual Growth

Strategies for Developing a Growth Mindset

The Role of Positivity in Enhancing Intelligence

Overcoming Fear of Failure to Boost Wisdom

Practical Tips for Fostering a Growth Mindset

Building Smarter Habits for Lifelong Learning

Growth Mindset Techniques for Wisdom Enhancement

Learning from Mistakes: A Path to Greater Intelligence

Creating a Culture of Continuous Intellectual Improvement

The Intersection of Positive Attitude and Smart Growth

Transforming Your Mindset for Enhanced Cognitive Abilities

Unlocking the Power of Positive Thinking for Smarter Learning

The Journey to Intellectual Brilliance via Growth Mindset

Harnessing the Power of Positivity for Intellectual Advancements

Evolving Beyond Mistakes with a Growth-Oriented Approach

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It's time to stop searching for motivation and start building it instead.

Willpower alone doesn’t work. One day you're fired up and ready to crush it, the next you're staring blankly at the wall wondering where your motivation went.

In this psychology and self-improvement-focused episode, learn the scientifically proven tactics to construct motivation that sticks long-term - even through the toughest challenges. Discover the 4 key types of motivation, how to tap into them, and the warning signs that your motivation is unsustainable.

Learn why sheer willpower backfires, how small wins compound, and how to reframe mundane tasks into extraordinary achievements. Balancing intrinsic and extrinsic motivations fuels success when we can also tap into our values.

This episode will boost grit, and encourage a growth mindset using actionable insights from psychology and motivation science. Your passport to sustainable drive and motivation starts here

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Episode: Engineer Unstoppable Motivation and Resilience

Chapters:

0:00 Hiking through the coastal path of UK

02:03 Pre-roll advert

02:07 Building a stronger mindset and unstoppable motivation

02:40 Nuances of human motivation

04:45 Extrinsic motivation examples

07:24 What drives people to continue

08:25 4 types of motivation

11:00 Mid-roll advert

13:42 Identifying personal values

20:10 Aligning your actions with your values

24:45 Celebrate small wins

26:00 Seek feedback and reflect on it

27:15 Send off

Topics:

Building Unstoppable Motivation Through Values

Harnessing Identified Motivation for Resilience

Introjected Motivation: Internal Pressures as a Drive

Balancing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivations for Success

Achieving Round-the-World Records with Value-Driven Motivation

Mindset Strategies for Building a Successful Business

Transforming Life by Understanding Motivation Sources

Psychology Behind Unstoppable Motivation and Resilience

Utilizing Identified and Introjected Motivations Effectively

Goal Setting Strategies Inspired by Psychological Motivations

How Identified Motivation Fuels Incredible Achievements

Leveraging Internalized Pressure for Positive Outcomes

The Role of Values in Sustaining Motivation

Developing Resilience Through Psychological Mindsets

Mastering Motivation: Insights from Psychology Experts

From Intrinsic to Identified: Evolving Motivation for Success

The Science of Building Unbreakable Willpower and Drive

Achieving Personal and Professional Milestones with Strategic Motivation

Cultivating a Mindset for Overcoming Life’s Challenges

Empowering Personal Change with Introjected Motivation Techniques

Growth Mindset approach to build motivation and resilience

Mindsets behind grit and will-power

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How we screw ourselves over and sabotage our happiness.

Learn the cognitive biases, comfortable lies and deceitful practices that become routines and invite joy back into your life!

In this psychology and self-improvement-focused episode, our host, Sam Webster, exposes the 7 toxic habits that secretly create misery - and how to ditch them for good.

If you want to break destructive patterns holding you back from the happiness you deserve, this frank life skills discussion is for you. Become your own best friend and start making choices that set you up for success, not sabotage. Your future self will thank 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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Episode: Exposing 7 Habits of Miserable People 

Chapters:

00:00 Create happiness, remove misery

01:03 Pre-roll advert

01:07 Habits of miserable people

01:12 Bad habit - #1 Lying to ourselves

04:13 Bad habit #2 - Procrastination

07:39 Bad habit #3 - Victimhood and avoiding responsibility

10:10 Bad habit #4 - Money

13:17 Bad habit #5 - Isolation

17:52 Bad Habit #6 - Social Media

20:35 Bad habit #7 - Ignoring real self-care

25:03 Bonus Habit - Fixed Mindset and resistant to change

26:34 Send off

Topics:

procrastination

lying to yourself

motte-and-bailey fallacy

victim mentality

financial habits

isolation

social media comparison

self care

mental health

fixed mindset

happiness

present moment

personal development

mindset transformation

stop sabotaging yourself

break bad habits

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Kick-off 2024 with a plan to be unapologetically you!

Are you ready to shed limiting beliefs and step into your fullest potential? In this episode of the Growth Mindset Podcast, we dive deep into the nuanced psychology of the unexpected blockers that prevent us from being our authentic selves and living life on our terms.

You’ll learn how to quiet your inner critic, practice radical self-acceptance, and have the courage to pursue your unconventional dreams. Expect empowering stories, surprising mindset shifts, and tools to help you break free from conformity, stop comparing yourself to others, and unlock your unique gifts.

It’s time to delete the rulebook, honor your weirdness, and infuse your life with more freedom, fulfillment and fun. Tune in now to begin your journey to self-discovery and a personalized vision of success. You deserve to live boldly as the one-of-a-kind person you are!”

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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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Episode: Be More Yourself in 2024

Chapters:

00:00 Unusual blockers to growth

01:58 Identify traits to be your best self

02:29 Peers that block our natural self

05:09 Growth mindset vs Fixed mindset psychology

08:33 Helpful and Unhelpful Stories

12:42 Tips to keep yourself grounded

14:14 Questions to reflect on to be more yourself

17:37 Sendoff

Topics

be your authentic self

redefine success

self-improvement

personal growth

societal expectations

embrace weirdness

embracing individuality

self-discovery

limitless potential

stand out from the crowd

self-acceptance

self-love

growth mindset vs fixed mindset

psychology of improvement

Identifying toxic behaviours of groups and individuals

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Discover powerful ancient wisdom for growth and self-improvement from Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. In this psychology-focused episode, we extract timeless insights from Marcus Aurelius' profound personal notebook "Meditations" to find inner peace and live a virtuous life.

Learn stoic techniques to turn obstacles into opportunities, control emotional reactions, avoid judgment, and focus inwards. Apply Marcus Aurelius' deep introspective lessons to reduce stress, build confidence, change perspectives, and boost resilience in the modern world.

Tune in as we bridge the 2000-year gap to extract practical lessons from one of history's greatest philosophers. Allow Marcus Aurelius' uncompromising views to positively shape your perspectives and transform your actions to be wiser than yesterday.

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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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Episode:  Meditations of Marcus Aurelius: Timeless Wisdom for Better Days

Chapters:

00:00 Marcus Aurelius' book Meditations

02:01 Pre-roll advert

02:06 Anger and self-control

03:44 Be good no matter what

05:17 The importance of truthfulness

06:59 Don't retreat from the world

07:51 Everyone is better at something

11:28 How crisis leads to strength

14:10 Mid-roll advert - BetterHelp

15:29 Being open to correction

18:08 Understanding other people's perspective

20:53 Meditation helps assess emotional reactions

22:20 Judging yourself by others' higher standards

25:03 Just act virtuously

Topics:

Meditations

Marcus Aurelius

Lessons of Stoicism

Ancient Philosophy

Self-improvement tips

Ancient wisdom

Roman empire

Psychology of self-improvement

Virtue and resilience

Emotions and self-control

Reactions

Wellbeing

Introspection

Mindfulness

Perspective shift

Change

Truthfulness

Self-mastery

Wiser than yesterday

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Why do some habits stick while others quickly crumble? This episode investigates the psychology of habits.

Learn the science-backed secrets to forming habits that stick. In this episode, our host, Sam Webster Harris, breaks down the psychology behind habit formation and shares 10 research-proven rules to finally adopt your desired routines.

Through examining studies on motivation, neuroscience, and behavior change, you'll discover how to overcome obstacles, leverage your environment, and create a habit formation blueprint tailored to your personality.

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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: 10 Golden Rules for Habit Formation

Chapters:

00:00 - Forming habits for growth

02:51 - Rule #1

07:07 - Rule #2

14:44 - Rule # 3

20:11 - Rule # 4

23:07 - Rule # 5

27:02 - Rule # 6

30:01 - Rule # 7

35:38 - Rule # 8

39:27 - Rule # 9

46:10 - Rule # 10

49:34 - Bonus rule

52:33 - Send off

Topics:

Habit formation

Psychology

Neuroscience

Behaviour change

Goal setting

Habit stacking

Mindfulness

Self-compassion

Self-improvement

Atomic habits

Positive psychology

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