Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

The overlooked solution to work-life balance

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By treating work and life as opposing forces we inevitably end up tipping the scales the wrong way. We can't always subscribe time evenly and things get out of whack.


We find there is a much better way by examining the term itself 'Work-life balance". This podcast will not only help you find better harmony with your different life projects but also help your awareness and mindsets to the choices you make.


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Infinite Play - Nat Eliason

This episode was based on an article from Nat Eliason and his brilliant newsletter Infinite Play - I highly recommend subscribing.



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    TimeStamps

    • 00:00 - Work-life balance is the wrong goal
    • 01:05 - Nat Eliason and Infinite Play
    • 01:50 - Your time as heartbeats
    • 02:57 - The issue with finding balance
    • 03:42 - Why words are so important
    • 05:30 - We are not rational, we are emotional
    • 06:40 - The issue with the word "Balance"
    • 07:40 - the main pillars of a happy life
    • 08:25 - Good or bad obsession
    • 9:15 - Integrating our priorities
    • 11:05 - the secret to long term enjoyment
    • 13:00 - Satisfaction without sacrifice

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