The Better Mindset Show - Improve Your Mind to Improve Your Life

Do you know what systems thinking is? Don't worry if you don't - it's not exactly common knowledge. But the thing is, it is a very useful mental model or tool, and knowing about it can help you make your life better, both personally and professionally. And that's what we will explore in this talk. We'll explore what systems thinking is, why it is important to know about and pra...

Last time we looked into the concept of garbage thoughts and how they negatively impact your life, often in big ways. Garbage thoughts are absolutely garbage and harm you both professionally and personally, in all sorts of ways. We explored that a fair bit last time, and if you need a refresher, make sure to listen to that talk. Because in this talk we will look at ways in which you can tackle and...

Do you remember the last time you were bitten by a pesky little mosquito? Maybe you heard the annoying buzzing noise around your face or ears before the bite happened. Or maybe you didn't get much of a heads up, and felt the prick and the pain and the itch out of the blue. It doesn't feel good at all, ever. The thing is, a very similar thing happens inside you when you let negative thought...

Everyone wants to be more productive. It's pretty much universal now. Everyone wants it, but the challenge with it is that being productive is often a struggle. Because different variables affect your capacity to be productive in different ways. And one of the most important variables when it comes to being productive is... Focus. How well you focus can make or break your productivity. Being a...

If you have even an iota of interest in being more productive, it is highly likely that you have come across the Pomodoro Method. It's a time management technique that has been around for a long time, and for good reason. The reason being that it's a good time management technique. The thing though is that even though it is a good technique, it doesn't work for everyone. Why that is, a...

Fear is a very common feeling, and at times it's an emotion that feels almost impossible to avoid. That said, the common way of dealing with it isn't usually the best approach. Learn about the usual approach, how that impacts you negatively, and about the dangers of letting fear run rampant in your life, as well as what the better alternative is, in this talk. If you don't want your fe...

One thing that's common amongst people who are incredibly successful is that they have strong views about things. And that means that they often don't agree on a lot of things. But when digging through their values and insights, there is one thing that I found pretty much universal agreement on. This is something that all five of these people - Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Oprah Winf...

Saying "yes' can be good for a lot of reasons. But do you know when it becomes not-so-good? When yes becomes your default response. Saying yes all the time, in fact, can create problems for you and even make your life harder and more challenging. Why that is and how you can choose the best option is what you will learn about in this talk. What's inside : A very important lesson from J...

We all like people who are nice. And it is nice to be nice. But there is a big exception to that concept, because even though being nice is good for you, being too nice is not. Why that is and how being too nice can negatively affect you, and even the people close to you, is what you will learn about in this talk.  If taking care of yourself and the people you care about is important to you, then...

Learn about anti-overwhelm tactics that DON'T work. The feeling of overwhelm can be a very uncomfortable and stressful experience, which makes dealing with it a very important thing to do. However, lot of the things that are commonly done in order to tackle overwhelm don't actually work. And that then ends up making things worse. This is why it's important to know about not just what h...

Last time we started looking into how 3 of the greatest innovators of all time had Cognitive agility in common, and how that great trait helped these 3 great innovators  have the great impact that they did. If you haven't listened to that talk yet, make sure that you listen to that first. Now, in this talk, we'll explore that topic more and look even more into how cognitive agility can hel...

Last time we explored the concept of cognitive agility, and why that matters. In today's talk we will dig into it more by using real life examples, to show you, without a shadow of a doubt, just how important cognitive agility really is, and how people who changed the world - people like Edison, Picasso and Leonardo Da Vinci, had this one factor in common, and how that helped them have the imm...

In this fast-moving day and age of ours, a saying by the futurist Alvin Toffler is an important one to consider - for pretty much every person. He said that "The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn". Effectively, what he was talking about there is about cognitive agility and it's importance, and...

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Did you know that black isn't just one colour? Or white, for that matter? Learn more about the counterintuitive facts about those colors, as well as how they impact your life, your career and even how you think, in this talk. Listen to this talk to learn more. .... References and Resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Level up your mindset & spread good vibes! Support the BMS now ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out...

In a world that can often feel unpredictable and overwhelming, it's easy to get caught up in trying to control every aspect of your life. But what if I told you that doing the opposite, and embracing the unexpected, can actually help you more? Well, it can, and that's what today's talk is all about. In this talk you will learn about the essence of embracing the unexpected and what it i...

Get a sneak peak into what's coming up in the next episode. Hint... it has to do with something that can help you make your life easier. Tune in on the 29th to learn more. ___ Resources: Be the first to know! Sign up for updates (and bonus content) here Book - Better Mindset: 15 Rules for a Better Mind, and Better Life Questions? Comments? Post them here. Want to listen now? Check out the past...

Do you want to make your life easier? Are you tired of feeling trapped in a cycle of constant expectations and disappointments? Do you feel like your happiness is always tied to achieving certain goals or meeting certain expectations? If so, then you're in the right place. Join me as we explore the harmful effects of the expectation trap and look into practical tips for letting go of those exp...

Get a sneak peak into what's coming up in the next episode. ... Resources: Be the first to know! Sign up for updates (and bonus content) here Book - Better Mindset: 15 Rules for a Better Mind, and Better Life Questions? Comments? Post them here. Want to listen now? Check out the past episodes to learn about different ways in which you can improve your life, from the inside.

When things go wrong, our instincts take over. In situations like that, We may panic, freeze, or become overwhelmed with fear. But in the eye of the storm, focusing on what matters can make all the difference. Learn more about why keeping your eye on the prize is crucial, why not following the crowd is smarter, and how you can focus on what's important during high pressure situations in this t...

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you wish you had been more prepared? Maybe it was a work presentation that didn't go as planned, or an unexpected car breakdown on a road trip. In those moments, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed out. But what if you could learn to be prepared for any challenge that comes your way? What if you could approach every situation with co...

Do you ever feel like life is a whirlwind of chaos and uncertainty, and you're just along for the ride? Maybe it's a project at work that's gone haywire, or a personal issue that has you feeling lost and overwhelmed. We've all been there, and it can be a hard place to be in. But what if I told you that there's a way to cut through the chaos and get clear on what you need to do?...

Are you guilty of trying to do it all? Well, listen up! Turns out, relying solely on yourself to get things done may not be the best strategy for your mental, emotional, and physical health. Yes, you read that right. It's time to put down that superhero cape and explore why the DIY approach to life might be holding you back. So sit tight, and let's dive into why doing everything yourself i...

Get a sneak peak into what's coming up in the next episode. Hint... it has to do with the harmful tendency that gets in the way of your life, and work. Listen to the upcoming talk to learn more. ... Resources: Be the first to know! Sign up for updates (and bonus content) here Book - Better Mindset: 15 Rules for a Better Mind, and Better Life Questions? Comments? Post them here. Want to listen...

Have you ever noticed that when you are typing on your laptop or computer or even on your phone or writing physically, it is much easier to type sad than it is to type happy? It's like the words just flow out of you when you are in an upset frame of mind.  This explains why many famous writers did their best work during difficult stages of their lives. This is not the case for just your keyboa...