ReLearned

Mindset

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Do you believe that your mindset has the power to shape your outcomes and determine your level of success? As Henry Ford once famously said, "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right." This thought-provoking statement reminds us of the immense impact our mindset has on our lives.

In this episode of the ReLearned podcast, hosts Nidhi Tewari and Billy Samoa explore the significance of adopting a growth mindset for personal and professional development. They discuss how mindset shapes our experiences and the importance of being open to new perspectives. The conversation covers the malleability of mindset, the influence of upbringing, and the role of mindset in leadership and resilience. They emphasize the benefits of curiosity, documentation, sharing, and applying new knowledge. They also discuss finding positive lessons in negative events and conclude the season by encouraging listeners to embrace growth and look forward to future episodes with expert guests. The episode aims to empower listeners on their journey of transformation and growth.


Key Takeaways

  • Mindset is pivotal in shaping our view of the world and our success.
  • A growth mindset believes in the development of abilities through effort, while a fixed mindset sees abilities as unchangeable.
  • Leadership is more effective with a growth mindset, promoting empowerment and avoiding micromanagement.
  • Mindset affects health and pain perception, with a positive mindset potentially improving treatment outcomes and reducing pain intensity.
  • Strategies to foster a growth mindset include adopting a "not yet" attitude, using the two-minute rule, the one new thing challenge, and reframing self-talk.
  • Curiosity and the act of documenting and sharing knowledge are crucial for maintaining a flexible mindset and personal growth.


    • In This Episode:

    • [00:03] The definition of mindset
    • [02:50] The impact of mindset on achievement and performance
    • [05:06] The malleability of mindset
    • [06:23] The influence of upbringing on mindset and resilience
    • [07:29] The role of mindset in leadership effectiveness
    • [09:49] The power of mindset in influencing outcomes
    • [10:05] The impact of mindset on decision-making and leadership style
    • [13:43] Mindset's influence on health outcomes and pain perception
    • [16:16] Embracing a growth mindset and the "not yet" approach
    • [17:27] The two-minute rule for conditioning the mind.
    • [19:26] Tricking the mind
    • [22:36] No complaint challenge
    • [26:11] Embracing curiosity and diverse perspectives for personal growth


      • Notable Quotes

      •  [01:22] “When you have a growth-oriented mindset, you're all about agility, flexibility, malleability, adaptability.” - Nidhi


      •  [02:42] “People who believe that abilities can be developed through effort outperform those who have a fixed mindset.” - Billy


      • [11:35] “The best leaders in the world don't just hold a title and hoard power, they democratize power, and they create more leaders because they see the potential in others as well.” - Nidhi


      •  [22:06] “Challenge yourself to go a period of time without complaining, without voicing negative thoughts, and ideally without even thinking negative thoughts.” - Billy
      Resources and Links


      Nidhi Tewari

      • https://www.wellbeingspeaker.com/
      • https://www.linkedin.com/in/nidhitewarilcsw/
      • https://www.facebook.com/NidhiTewariLCSW
      • https://www.instagram.com/NidhiTewariLCSW/
      • https://twitter.com/LCSWNidhi


        • Billy Samoa

        • https://www.linkedin.com/in/billysamoa/
        • https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/
        • https://www.youtube.com/user/billysamoa
        • https://twitter.com/BillySamoa
        • https://www.facebook.com/BillySamoaSaleebey/
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          ReLearnedBy Nidhi Tewari and Billy Samoa