Life is like a Rubik's cube, sometimes you have to mess it up to make it better. Solving puzzles isn't just a hobby, but a path to personal growth and success.

We have Jack Cai, a 3x blindfold Rubik's Cube World Record setter. He has some fascinating insights into the world of speedcubing and seeking of difficulty.

We talk about his journey to becoming a world-class cuber, the mental challenges of solving a Rubik's Cube quickly whilst blindfolded, and how he approaches life with a growth mindset.

Enjoyment of challenge is an essential part of the Growth mindset and his story is a perfect example of where it can take you. Jack is an inspiration to us all, and I hope you enjoy listening to his story.

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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: Seeking Difficulty: Jack Cai, 3x Blindfolded Rubik’s World records

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:53 From Curious Kid to Speedcubing Pro

02:57 Discovering Jack's Unexpected Obsessions

03:42 Building a YouTube channel

04:20 Jack's School Experience

05:38 Goal-Oriented Pursuit Towards Success

07:51 The Impact of Parental Guidance on Jack's Growth

09:42 The Quest for Self-Understanding

11:10 Jack's Favorite Activities

14:45 The Hidden Rewards in Tackling the Difficult

17:17 Rising Above the Rest

18:41 Exploring The Future After Achieving Milestones

21:17 The Emotional Highs and Lows of Winning

23:53 Jack's Approach to Solving the Cube Blindfolded

25:29 Tactics Behind Speedcubing

29:40 Investment Behind Jack's Achievements

31:38 Training to be better over time

32:56 Vibe at Rubik's Cube Competitions

36:04 Moving into other parts of Jack's life

37:06 Exploring Life as a Digital Nomad

40:50 Jack's Perspective on Living Life to the Fullest

42:06 Jack's Most Useful Travel Experience

44:41 Opportunities in AI

46:43 Jack's Earliest Memories

47:21 Behind The Scene Support That Shaped Jack's Journey

48:00 Role Models & Reflections

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