Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement
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The Weird Psychology of Communication, Self-control, and Gossip: What evolution teaches us about communicating your needs clearly
In the noble quest to understand our minds, today we take a new angle. We track how grunts turned into gossip, myths, and the weird human habit of blushing when we screw up. You’ll see why your brain is basically a compression algorithm: squeezing an entire inner universe through a tiny mouth-shaped funnel. We go from jellyfish nerve nets to gossip networks, and beyond. How shared stories make money, nations and even your job “real”. Along the way, we poke at shame, status, and why your reputation now travels faster than any spear ever did. It’s part history, psychology, mindset lesson, and part mirror. You’ll probably recognise more of yourself than you’d like: Use “compression” as a mental model to communicate ideas more clearly. Spot how gossip and reputation are driving your current career decisions. Rewrite one story you’ve inherited about status, success, or failure. Listen in, and update the story your brain is running in the background. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordStellar Cyber threat visibility across your business 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 https://nordstellar.com/growthmindset/ NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail.com CHAPTERS 00:00 Little Miracles and Airplanes02:26 Growth Mindset Introduction03:32 Framing the Four-Part Journey05:49 The Compression Problem09:30 Act 1 – Cognitive Basis of Language09:30 Biological History of Languages14:27 The Interconnected Brain18:03 Complex Words and Abstract Ideas21:50 Ad Break22:13 Words, Planning, and Teamwork23:10 Act 2 – Gossip, Myths & Religion23:10 Gossip and the Glue of Society26:48 Myths and Shared Delusions31:42 Early Religions, Animism and Cave Art34:39 Act 3 – Self-Domestication34:45 Shame, Blushing, and Human Civility38:10 Invitation to Continue on How to Change the World Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hidden Potential: The Psychology of self-sabotage and changing what's possible - Heather Moyse (2x Olympic Gold)
We all love the idea of “potential” until it quietly turns into pressure, guilt, and a weird fear of actually trying. Heather Moyse didn’t start professional sport until 27 and still became a double Olympic gold medallist. Breaking out of her social safety and truly exploring her potential wasn't easy. We dig into behavioral inertia, self‑sabotage, and the invisible “settings” your environment installs in your brain. Think of this as a mindset update: less motivational quotes, more useful psychology. f you’ve ever felt stuck in the “nearly” version of your life—nearly starting, nearly committing, nearly backing yourself—this conversation gives you language, mental models, and a few friendly kicks to move. Spot the subtle ways your environment is capping your potential. Replace “be realistic” thinking with experiments that actually feel safe. Build a high‑potential identity without burning out or becoming a robot. Hit play and give your potential something better than another inspirational reel. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordStellar Cyber threat visibility across your business 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 https://nordstellar.com/growthmindset/ 🌳 Acorns Smart way to grow your money $5 welcome bonus Acorns.com/PSYCHOLOGY NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail.com CHAPTERS 00:00 Importance of Potential02:51 Potential is talent You Don't Have Yet05:21 The Impact of Parental Expectations on Potential07:31 Breaking Through Environmental and Exposure Limitations10:39 Inertia and Change13:57 Overcoming Fear of Judgment and Self-Sabotage15:20 The Physics of Behavioral Inertia and Motivation21:21 Intentionality in Life Choices24:21 The Difficulty of Intentional Choices Like Having Children28:01 Limiting Beliefs, Assumptions and Identity Blockers29:52 Energy Takers, Naysayers and Lobsters32:55 Finding the Right Influences and Support System35:48 Performing under pressure36:24 Optimal Arousal Zone for Peak Performance47:10 Kindest Thing48:33 Wrap Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Feynman Technique: The 4 Steps to Learn and Master Anything
Most people “learn” by hoarding facts, which doesn't mean you understand them. Then you forget them all anyway... In this episode, learning stops being about cramming and starts being about curiousity. Using Richard Feynman’s four-step technique, you’ll find a mindset that will add joy into your learning whilst also making it effective. We unpack the learning pyramid, why lectures and highlights barely stick, and why embarrassment, curiosity and mild panic are actually your brain’s upgrade buttons. By the end, you’ll have a simple, repeatable system to turn any topic—from maths to marketing—into something you genuinely own, not just recognize. Turn any topic into a one-page “Feynman sheet” Use emotions (not more hours) to cement ideas Build a teaching habit that secretly becomes your study habit Hit play and turn your next confusing idea into something you could explain in your sleep. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordStellar Cyber threat visibility across your business 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 https://nordstellar.com/growthmindset/ 🌳 Acorns Smart way to grow your money $5 welcome bonus Acorns.com/PSYCHOLOGY NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 The Power of Emotions in Learning00:55 The Learning Pyramid: Retention Rates01:21 Effective Learning Methods02:05 The Role of Emotions in Teaching03:51 Introduction to Richard Feynman04:06 Feynman’s Contributions to Physics05:18 Feynman’s Teaching Technique06:35 Step 1 – Go Wide and Then Deep07:26 Step 2 – Explain Like You’re Teaching a 5-Year-Old09:02 Step 3 – Feedback, Assessment, and Restudying10:54 Step 4 – Organize, Convey, and Review14:15 Conclusion – The Importance of Simplicity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How to Stop Wasting Time with the Wrong People - Emotional maturity with Jonathan Aslay
Most people treat dating like a lottery; swipe, hope, repeat. Jonathan Aslay lost $2 million, his marriage, and his son. What saved him wasn't positive thinking. It was asking one brutal question: "What happened in your marriage?" Not to judge. To observe. Because how someone talks about their ex reveals everything about their emotional maturity. Self-love isn't bubble baths and affirmations. It's having the spine to walk away from someone hot but emotionally stunted. It's recognizing that your body screams "yes" while your values whisper "run." Chemistry is a drug. Compatibility is architecture. Most relationships fail because people confuse the two. You'll learn: The exact question that exposes emotional immaturity in 30 seconds Why chemistry without shared values guarantees failure How to interview dates without sounding like HR (and why you should) Stop wasting months on people who were wrong from day three. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 https://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail.com CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction: When Success Becomes Suffering 01:32 - Jonathan's Story: Losing Everything 03:45 - The Market Crash and Day Trading Disaster 05:20 - From Greed to Self-Love 06:15 - What Self-Love Actually Means 08:40 - Self-Love vs. Narcissism 10:25 - Could You Have Learned This Earlier? 13:10 - Generational Wisdom and Technology 14:50 - Dating in the Tinder Era 17:20 - Inner Peace as a Barometer 19:05 - Discipline and Daily Practice 20:15 - The Dating Problem: Chemistry vs. Compatibility 22:30 - The Marriage Question That Reveals Everything 24:45 - Emotional Maturity and Taking Ownership 26:20 - Why You Should Interview Your Dates 27:40 - The Partnership Charter 28:35 - How They React to Questions 29:25 - The Job Question: Eeyore vs. Tigger 30:10 - Earliest Memories 31:28 - Kindest Thing Someone Has Done 32:23 - Advice for Life 33:15 - Outro: Be Kind to Yourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Surrounded by Conformists: How to spot the 5 types of NPC and think your own thoughts - [Psychology of non-player characters]
The algorithm doesn't want you to think; it wants you to react. It wants you to be a character in its story, following a predictable path of outrage and agreement. We are living through a shift where the line between human and bot is blurring. Not because computers are getting more human-like, but because we are becoming more bot-like. We outsource our worldview to gurus, tribes, and mainstream consensus because the "heavy lifting" of System Two thinking is expensive. Being an NPC is a choice of convenience, but being an "Autonomous Player" is an act of leadership. This episode isn't about being right; it’s about the bravery of having no opinion on the trivial, so you can have a passionate, informed perspective on the essential. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail.com CHAPTERS 00:00 Modern Culture, Predictability, and Non-Player Characters (NPCs)01:24 The Brain's Information Processing Shortcuts01:58 Welcome to the Growth Mindset Psychology Podcast03:07 Episode Inspiration and Structure04:46 The Brain's Energy Efficiency and Decision Making05:07 System One and System Two Thinking07:06 The Influence of Social Media and Algorithms07:54 The Conformist NPC14:35 The Contrarian NPC21:11 The Disciple NPC25:25 The Tribalist NPC29:51 The Averager NPC36:11 Embracing Confusion and Building Autonomy37:31 Recap of NPC Types and Strategies38:23 Strategic Cognitive Resource Allocation38:51 The Importance of Selective Deep Thinking39:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How To Build Free Will
Free will sounds easy until you look closely. Then it turns out to be smaller, stranger, and far more difficult than advertised. We take a cheerful scalpel to the idea that we’re the conscious captains of our lives. With help from psychology experiments, philosophical detours we find out what's really going on. Examining stories involving casinos, concentration camps, meditation cushions, and more, we discover that most behaviour is automatic. Pain, habit, desire, and social pressure do most of the driving. Yet, whilst we can’t choose our thoughts or impulses, we can choose how we respond to them. Viktor Frankl called it “the space between stimulus and response,” and it turns out to be the most valuable square inch of mental real estate you’ll ever own. Cultivate that space, and you get resilience, wisdom, and the rare ability to not punch metaphorical holes in windows. Actionable takeaways Treat strong emotions as data, not instructions Reduce temptation before relying on discipline Train non-reactivity through small, deliberate discomforts SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 What Personal Growth Really Means: Free Will 00:33 Fixed vs Growth Mindset as Freedom vs Reaction 01:59 Welcome to the Growth Mindset Podcast 02:08 Why You Can’t Understand One Part of Psychology in Isolation 03:34 Setting Expectations: Consciousness, Free Will, and Big Ideas 05:13 Habits, Consciousness, and the Sleepwalking Killer Case 06:44 The Compulsive Gambler and the Illusion of Choice 11:45 How Much Free Will Do We Actually Have? 15:35 Why You Don’t Choose Your Desires 18:24 Conscious vs Subconscious Memories 21:51 Why Willpower Often Arrives Too Late 25:04 Free Will, Fixed Mindset, and Hard Truths 25:39 Viktor Frankl and the Space Between Stimulus and Response 26:27 How to Build Free Will in Everyday Life 28:17 Emotional Triggers and Losing Autonomy 30:25 David Foster Wallace on Learning How to Think 33:12 The Psychology of Revenge 38:34 Pain, Discipline, and the Limits of Control 39:43 Meditation, Pain, and Non-Reactivity 45:30 Applying Free Will to Daily Life 47:04 What We’ve Learned: Growth Mindset as Choice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
5 Surprising Truths About Independence and Being Yourself: What really impacts who you are
The idea that you are a blend of the 5 people you spend time with has a dangerous side. In fact, it's not exactly true. In this episode, I break down why the Growth Mindset is actually about autonomy, not assimilation. I share the story of my best friend Laurie—a guy with zero ambition who taught me how to relax and actually saved my career during burnout. I also look at Sahil Lavingia, who blended his Silicon Valley builder mindset with a country level ambitions to enjoy his success without chasing billions. Real growth isn't about surrounding yourself with clones; it's about treating influence like a buffet. You take the relaxation from one friend, the drive from another, and the curiosity from a stranger you met for an hour. You are not a result; you are a selector. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 You are not the 5 people you spend time with 01:01 What is growth mindset 01:26 How people really affect growth 04:11 Don't be prevented from being yourself 04:38 Best friends 08:42 You choose your inspiration 09:27 Minimal time, big effect 10:44 Prioritize healthy relationships 11:27 Don't spend time with only one type of person 12:04 Sahil Lavingia and GumRoad 13:51 Variety is the spice of life 14:52 Questions to journal on 16:03 Life tips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Life's Infinite Games: How to play by your own rules
What if the game you're playing isn't yours? Every moment of your life, something is at stake. Ignore your partner, they feel less loved. Choose status over meaning, you'll need a therapist. We inherit these games—LinkedIn profiles that read like eager cover letters, news consumption that convinces us everything's collapsing, social media that demands we perform. But there's another way. Instead of seeking approval, seek independence. Instead of doing what looks good, do what is good for us. The philosopher suggests three modes: machine (following instructions), intelligent (playing better), and zen (not playing at all). This episode will help you be more intelligent and more zen. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to the Show 00:36 The Concept of Life as a Game 01:29 The Rules of Life's Games 03:18 Playing the LinkedIn Game 04:53 Reevaluating LinkedIn's Purpose 06:35 Life Lessons from LinkedIn 08:24 The Philosophy of Fun and Success 11:42 The Game of Life 14:08 Modes of Approaching Life 15:00 Applying the Modes to Social Media and News 17:02 Final Thoughts on Playing Life's Games 18:13 Housekeeping and Recommendations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
4 Steps to Become Remarkable: A guide to overhaul your life
Get in control of your life and use your time to build a life of purpose. We have been sold a myth of heroic solutions. Where a single dazzling act will change who we are. But real change is quiet, methodical, and often boring. As a result many people lack agency waiting for some heroic reinvention. This episode explores the architecture of a "Deep Life," a four-month process of reclaiming your sovereignty from the noise of the industrial complex. We stop asking "what do I feel like doing?" and start asking "what kind of life do I want to live?" By strictly curtailing obligations and automating the mundane, we create breathing room. This space allows us to move from being busy to being remarkable. The goal isn't to fit more in; it is to design a life that is unique, specific, and yours. The Code vs. The Decision: How to write a personal operating system that saves you from decision fatigue. Moving from "Yearning" to "Project": How to operationalize your dreams into a 6-week vision phase. The Art of the Big Overhaul: Why you need to take control of your obligations before you can successfully pivot your career or location. Go make your life remarkable. Worksheet 4 month overhaul prompts SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction: Shackleton's Antarctic Challenge 01:25 Rebuilding Agency: The Four-Month Plan 02:29 Phase One: Discipline 04:54 Choosing Three Key Habits 07:53 Phase Two: Values 08:30 Reconnecting with Moral Intuition 10:11 Writing Your Personal Code 11:27 Installing Rituals 13:43 Phase Three: Control 14:31 Multi-Scale Planning for Work 15:55 Creating Breathing Room 17:58 Phase Four: Vision 20:46 Small Overhaul vs. Large Overhaul 22:39 Examples of Remarkable Overhauls 26:04 Planning for a Big Life Overhaul 28:49 Evaluating Constraints and Making Plans 31:04 Recap of the Four-Month Plan 33:45 Conclusion: Embracing Agency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Working with Time Instead of Against It - How to enjoy this year and every year of your life
You have roughly 4,000 weeks. Somehow, nobody mentioned this at school. This episode takes a cheerful scalpel to modern time-panic—the kind that convinces smart adults that the next app, habit, or color-coded calendar will finally subdue existence. (It won’t.) Time, inconveniently, keeps doing what it has always done: passing. The good news is that this makes it remarkably reliable, like a train that never apologizes. You’ll explore why becoming “more efficient” can make you feel more chased, how birthdays can reveal your true time-philosophy, and why sitting quietly for ten minutes can be the most practical thing you do all week. The aim isn’t to win against time. It’s to stop declaring war on the only place life can happen. Treat calm as a skill, not a personality trait. Build plans that assume “the deck” never clears. Use meditation as a weekly perspective tune-up. Press play, then reclaim one hour you were about to surrender. NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction: Time as a Medium 01:52 The Relationship with Time 03:28 The Efficiency Trap (4,000 Weeks) 05:15 The Birthday Test: Are You Friends with Time? 07:22 The Privilege of Contentment 08:29 Lessons from a Silent Retreat 10:05 Meditation as Time Training 11:58 Working With Time, Not Against It 13:17 Conclusion: You Are the Pilot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
5 Rules for Mental Health and Clarity - Andrew Huberman's simple formula for success
Every advanced master nails the fundamentals first. To perform at your best these are the 5 most basic and essential practices you need to return to time and again. A short episode covering the core requirements for good mental health and clarity in life. Whether you love Andrew Huberman, are a skeptic or don't even know who he is. These 5 lessons are science backed legit good advice worth repeating and remembering. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset 🌳 Acorns Invest for your money goals $5 sign up bonus: PSYCHOLOGY www.acorns.com/psychology NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Huberman's 5 rules for a better life 00:46 #1 - Good sleep 01:49 #2 - Movement 02:58 #3 - Sunlight 03:48 #4 - Diet 05:46 #5 - Good social connections 07:20 Bonus - Hydration 07:57 If you forget the basics, the specifics won't work. 09:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Leaving a Legacy: What do we actually get remembered for - Lessons on family and life - [Storied Recipe]
How to nurture the best in people with consistency and be remembered for what matters. This is going to be a different episode about a cake my nan used to make. But isn't just a story about cake. It's about the difference between control and nurture. My school thought resilience came from forcing kids to clear their plates (even if they ended up vomitting). They were wrong. My Nan knew that real strength comes from consistency. She made me the same pineapple upside-down cake every time I visited for a decade. Even when she went blind, she kept creating. She was an entrepreneur, an artist, and the village baker. She taught me that you don't build character by breaking someone's spirit. You build it by showing up. By paying attention. By finding the one thing they can stomach and giving it to them again and again. Nurture over control: You get more out of people by supporting their quirks than forcing compliance. Consistency is love: Showing up the same way for years builds more trust than grand gestures. Create despite limits: My Nan went blind and kept making things; focus on what you can do. Listen to learn how a simple cake became a masterclass in leadership and love. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset 🌳 Acorns Invest for your money goals $5 sign up bonus: PSYCHOLOGY www.acorns.com/psychology STORIED RECIPE with Becky Hadeed An inspiring podcast about food, culture and love. Website and Podcast Pineapple Coconut Cake Recipe NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast (and my nan) 01:31 The Pineapple Cake Story 05:26 School Trauma and Food Struggles 14:11 Nan's Kitchen and Family Memories 19:48 Nan's Artistic Legacy 20:47 Family Artistry and Career Paths 21:14 The Cathartic Power of Music 21:59 Grandmother's Systematic Creativity 22:42 Connecting Through Art and Conversation 24:23 The Pineapple Cake Connection 28:48 Reflecting on Grandmother's Legacy 32:34 Passing Down Family Recipes 37:15 Cultural Differences and Cake Talk 38:15 Final Thoughts and Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Regret Minimization Framework: How to make life decisions
A boat is safe in the harbor. But that is not what boats are built for. We tend to view our lives as a single, continuous narrative. But in reality, we are a series of temporary selves, each with a distinct beginning and end. The teenager who dreams of adventure is not the same as the retiree who seeks comfort. When we defer our dreams, we aren't saving them for later; we are denying them to the person we are right now. This episode explores the "Regret Minimization Framework"—a tool for navigating the uncertainty of the future. We discuss the difference between "peak experiences" and "plateau experiences" and why wisdom lies in knowing the difference. The question isn't how much money you leave behind, but how much life you leave unlived. Actionable Takeaways: Time Bucketing: Allocate specific experiences to the specific decades of your life where they belong. The Cost of Inaction: Recognize that the safe choice often carries the highest hidden cost—regret. Live with Urgency: Embrace the impermanence of your current self to fuel meaningful action today. Decide today which version of yourself deserves to be fully realized before it's too late. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset 🌳 Acorns Invest for your money goals $5 sign up bonus: PSYCHOLOGY www.acorns.com/psychology NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction: Facing Mortality 01:10 The Concept of Dying in Installments 02:03 The Death of Future Selves 03:16 Jeff Bezos and the Regret Minimization Framework 04:58 The Death of Peak Experiences 06:26 The Value of Plateau Experiences 10:12 The Death of Who You Could Have Been 13:19 Life Satisfaction U-Curve 13:58 Living Intentionally and Strategically 15:22 Time Bucketing and Peak Experience Mapping 17:06 Personal Examples and Reflections 18:32 Stoic Wisdom and Living with Urgency 20:25 Final Thoughts on Regret Minimization 21:32 Conclusion and Call to Action Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cognitive Rigidity: 5 Lessons to build a flexible mind - [Cognitive Biases #6]
How to master cognitive flexibility by understanding the biases that keep you stuck. In WWI, generals sent horses against machine guns. Cognitive Rigidity mean they couldn't reimagine the battlefield. In this episode, I break down the five mental traps keeping you stuck. We look at why you value your own bad ideas more than good ones (The Endowment Effect) and why you can’t stop scrolling TikTok instead of working (Hyperbolic Discounting). We even cover why Einstein—the genius of flexibility—eventually got stuck in his ways and rejected quantum mechanics. Actionable Takeaways: Reimagine the tool: Don't ask what it is, ask what it could be to overcome functional fixedness. Question the crowd: The Bandwagon Effect offers safety, not truth; dare to be the outlier. Respect the future: Overcome the urge for immediate gratification by empathizing with your future self. Choose to see the world differently and open the door to possibility. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset 🎓 MasterClass Learn from the best, to become your best Up to 50% off code: GrowthMindset www.MasterClass.com/GrowthMindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 A Personal Story of Cognitive Rigidity 03:48 Defining Cognitive Rigidit 04:54 Functional Fixedness 09:37 Overcoming Functional Fixedness 11:01 The Endowment Effect 15:07 Overcoming the Endowment Effect 16:32 The Bandwagon Effect 20:29 Understanding Hyperbolic Discounting 25:14 Einstein's Personal Struggles and Successes 29:26 The Zeigarnik Effect: Unfinished Tasks and Obsession 33:55 Relationships and Social Media: The Open Loop Trap 38:32 Einstein's Journey: Genius and Cognitive Biases 40:51 Embracing Growth and Self-Acceptance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Illusion of Control: 7 Ways we lie to ourselves that even defeated Napoleon - [Cognitive Biases #5]
How the mind blinds us to reality by showing us what we want to believe. We don't see with our eyes; we see with our stories. In 1951, psychologists proved that fans from opposing teams physically saw different fouls during the same game. This is the power and danger of perception. It is the tension between what is real and what we believe is possible. When a doctor gives a patient a placebo, the patient heals not because of medicine, but because of the story of the medicine. In this episode, we explore the cognitive biases that shape our culture and our work. From the "Baader-Meinhof" phenomenon to the tragedy of Napoleon’s retreat, we examine how our perceptions limit our possibilities. Actionable Takeaways: Change the narrative: Use the Placebo Effect to create positive outcomes through the power of expectation. See the system: Recognize how the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon highlights opportunities you previously ignored. Reframing value: Use the Contrast Effect to understand how relative comparison dictates the worth of your work. Go make a ruckus by changing how you choose to see the world around you. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset 🎓 MasterClass Learn from the best, to become your best Up to 50% off code: GrowthMindset www.MasterClass.com/GrowthMindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 The Historic Football Game 01:35 Selective Perception in Politics 02:26 Reality Distortion Fields 04:13 Napoleon's Rise and Fall 05:58 The Exposure Effect 09:06 The Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon 11:26 The Placebo Effect 15:57 The Illusion of Control 19:04 Napoleon's Russian Campaign 21:29 The Clustering Illusion 25:34 The Contrast Effect 30:03 Reflections on Cognitive Biases 33:09 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why You Make Bad Decisions: Confirmation Bias and the 7 Sins of Lazy Thinking [Cognitive Biases #4]
How to make smarter decisions that improve your life by understanding your mind and it's hidden psychology. We are all storytelling creatures, desperate to fit the world into a narrative that makes sense to us. Thus, we build echo chambers not because we are stupid, but because we are afraid. The Confirmation Bias is a shield against the discomfort of being wrong. The Availability Bias shapes our worldview based on the loudest stories, not the most important facts. This episode reviews 7 cognitive biases the explore the friction between what is comfortable and what is true. Learning helps us build tools for the art of long-term thinking in a short-term world. Audit your inputs: Step outside your algorithmic feed to find the friction of opposing views. Reframe the risk: Turn "Black Swan" surprises into "White Swan" predictions by analyzing the unsexy data. Choose commitment: Overcome the paralysis of infinite choice by making a "good enough" decision and sticking to it. Go make a ruckus by choosing to think clearly today. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordStellar Security across your business 20% off: BLACKFRIDAY-20 (valid before 10th Dec) 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 nordstellar.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 The Confirmation Bias 04:14 The Availability Bias 07:08 The Neglect of Probability Bias 09:12 Black Swan vs. White Swan Events 11:00 The Hindsight Bias 13:47 The Outcome Bias 16:15 The Paradox of Choice Bias 18:56 The Time Discounting Bias 21:10 Becoming More Rational Thinkers 22:14 Wrap Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why We Don't Understand Money: How to fix your thinking flaws - [Cognitive Biases #3]
Think you konw what you're doing with you money on your mind? Think again. You walk into a cinema and buy the $12 large popcorn because the medium is $10. You think you got a deal, but you actually just fell for the "Decoy Effect."Your brain is wired to latch onto the first number it sees. In this episode, I break down the psychological pricing traps that businesses use to hack your wallet. We also cover why Sir Isaac Newton lost his fortune to the Sunk Cost Fallacy and why having more information actually makes you a worse investor. It’s not about being smart; it’s about understanding the system. Key Takeaways: "Consider the Opposite" strategy: Mentally flip the price anchor to neutralize the urge to buy. Spot the Decoy: Identify products that exist solely to make expensive options look cheap. The 5-Point Rule: Stop researching after five data points to avoid the Information Bias trap. Listen now to stop your brain from leaking money on deals that aren't real. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordStellar Security across your business 20% off: BLACKFRIDAY-20 (valid before 10th Dec) 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 nordstellar.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Money Traps - Financial Cognitive biases #2 02:49 The Opposite Strategy 08:01 Decoy Effect 10:44 Gambler's Fallacy 16:48 Sunk Cost Fallacy 19:24 Bad Prediction Flaws 19:59 Overconfidence Bias 21:33 Information Bias 25:43 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ego Blindspots: Common cognitive distortions of the self - [Cognitive Biases #2]
Ever caught yourself defending a dumb idea just to look smart? That's your ego controlling your brain. Cognitive biases and ego team up to screw your decisions daily. Picture this: confirmation bias has you cherry-picking facts that stroke your self-image, while ego whispers you're too smart for mistakes. Spot the traps like Dunning-Kruger (overestimating skill) or sunk cost fallacy (throwing good money after bad). Takehomes: Point at one bias daily: "Am I ignoring counter-evidence like a muscly Irishman blocking the door?" Test decisions: Can you drop it on your foot? If abstract, make it concrete now. Audit ego weekly: List three "wins" that were actually luck—kill the illusion. Hit play and arm yourself against yourself today. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordStellar Security across your business 20% off: BLACKFRIDAY-20 (valid before 10th Dec) 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 nordstellar.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Spotlight Effect 02:07 Dunning Kruger Effect 04:25 Status Quo Bias 06:13 Curse of Knowledge 08:04 Cognitive Dissonance 10:17 The Halo Effect 13:54 Fundamental Attribution Error 16:01 Actor-Observer Bias 17:20 Self-Serving Bias 19:42 Hostile Attribution Bias 23:30 Don't blame other peoples behaviours 24:09 Don't get lost in our own world 27:09 These Biases exist for a reason 28:20 Don't get easily offended 29:01 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thinking Fast and Slow: How to make better decisions and avoid hidden mind traps
You think you're rational? Think again. We love feeling like thoughtful decision-makers, but the truth is we're riddled with cognitive shortcuts. Daniel Kahneman's Nobel Prize-winning work breaks down the systems of our mind. We constantly substitute hard questions with easy ones; e.g. Buying a stock because you like the company, not because you've done the data. This episode cuts through the 300,000-word book to show you exactly how these shortcuts lead to everything from bad investments to pointless stress about the weather. It's time to stop letting your brain’s simple tricks run your whole life. Stop overestimating the importance of your current stress. Identify and reduce low-level daily pains (like a bad commute) for massive life returns. Implement a "sleep-on-it" rule to override System 1's instant commitments. Why let a lazy brain ruin your best decisions? Start thinking slower today. Further Reading: Thinking Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman Predictably Irrational - Dan Ariely SPONSORS 👨💻 NordStellar Security across your business 20% off: BLACKFRIDAY-20 (valid before 10th Dec) 10% off: GROWTHMINDSET-10 nordstellar.com/growthmindset 📚 ShortForm Book summaries of the worlds best books Free trail and 20% off code: Psychology https://www.ShortForm.com/Psychology NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Understanding Cognitive Biases, comedy and systems of thinking 03:58 Deep Dive into System One and System Two Thinking 05:23 How System 1 and System 2 Work Together 06:49 System 1's Impact on Decision Making 08:26 System 1 and Politics 11:29 The Teenage Brain and System 2 Development 12:32 Cognitive Biases and Their Impact 17:45 The Law of Large Numbers 22:38 Prospect Theory, Risk Assessment and Loss Aversion 23:41 Rationality and Utility Theory in Economics 25:39 Prospect Theory: Perception of Value and Risk 27:16 Probability and Decision Making 29:29 The Experiencing Self vs. The Remembering Self 31:17 The Peak-End Rule and Its Impact on Memory 34:58 Momentary Pleasure vs Long-Term Satisfaction 38:09 The Focusing Illusion: What Really Matters 43:46 Final Thoughts and Recommendations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Who are you VS. Who do you want to be? - How to align your actions with your desires
We can try all the things: new habits, different mindsets, therapy, medication, or god save us... self-help books. Yet to no ones surprise: we don't wake up a different person, we don't start doing all the things we keep saying we will eventually do, we don't even lose weight... What is the deal? Are we broken? Is there a way to fix ourselves? It all comes down to a single question. Who are you VS. Who do you want to be? Thoroughly confused, conflicted and curious. Sam sets out into the realms of psychology and philosophy to consider motivation from different angles. Learn: - What do you actually want to do VS What do you want to have done - How to align your current actions with who you want to be - Why Sam still leaves clothes all over the floor like a big 35 year old baby... Journal prompts - Free notes SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset 🎓 MasterClass Learn from the best, to become your best Up to 50% off code: GrowthMindset https://www.MasterClass.com/GrowthMindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 The Two Competing Wants 01:54 Desires as Contracts for Unhappiness 04:09 The Formula for Action 04:45 Finding the Right Level of Challenge 07:02 Discovering Your Path 09:20 Redefining Sacrifice 11:22 Making Tasks Easier 13:14 Simplifying and Prioritizing 15:00 Money vs Happiness Balance 16:32 Aligning Desires with Actions 17:34 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Hidden Psychology of Black Friday - How do shops manipulate us (and make calm aunties fist-fight over PlayStations)?
Inner Peace vs Retail Rage - How do shops design our experience to remove our decisions and make us to FOMO into all sorts of weird situations? This episode peels back the slick banners and countdown timers to show the tiny psychological tricks that turn shoppers into hunters. Scarcity, anchoring, and anticipation aren’t marketing buzzwords — they’re brain hacks. Retailers riff off ancient instincts: spot a rare fruit, grab it. Online, those instincts run on caffeine and fast clicks. The result? We chase status, reassurance, and an imagined better life via objects. Three actionable takeaways: Pause 24 hours before you buy to let impulse die. Flag “true needs” vs “story purchases” in a list. Reframe purchases as stories you’ll tell later. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset 🎓 MasterClass Learn from the best, to become your best Up to 50% off code: GrowthMindset www.MasterClass.com/GrowthMindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 The Contradiction of Black Friday 00:42 A Brief History of Black Friday 01:02 The Psychology Behind Sales 06:28 The Power of Anticipation 06:47 The Perfect Storm of Psychological Triggers 07:57 Case Studies of Black Friday Madness 09:18 The Dark Side of Black Friday 09:41 The Role of Deindividuation and Competition 10:15 Social Contagion and Polyvagal Theory 10:48 Acts of Kindness Amidst the Chaos 12:19 Cyber Monday and Online Shopping 12:44 The Shift to Online Shopping 16:26 The Environmental Cost of Black Friday 18:32 Global Perspectives on Black Friday 18:44 Black Friday in Brazil and France 19:40 Singles Day in China 20:18 Human Nature Revealed by Black Friday 20:31 The Irrationality of Value 21:35 The Social Dynamics of Black Friday 22:18 Final Thoughts on Black Friday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Systems Thinking: How to understand the deeper reality of the world around us
Most problems in the world aren't random accidents, they're built into the systems we live in. When we look closer we find systems all around us drive the currents that change the world. Systems Thinking is a key idea in science, politics and business, but it knows no boundaries as systems show up everywhere. In every era of humanity we created new systems in politics, law, technology and economics to deal with the problems of the day. As new challenges arise in the 21st century, from the future of AI to global politics, it is up to humanity to build new systems to overcome them. Systems thinking invites us to discover the threads that bind our actions, cultures, and destinies into unexpected tapestries: Stop firefighting and get to the root cause. Search for leverage points where small acts create outsized impact. Reframe crisis from an isolated disaster to an interconnected opportunity. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset 🌳 Acorns Invest for your money goals $5 sign up bonus: PSYCHOLOGY https://www.acorns.com/psychology NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro to systems thinking 01:53 Systems and Families 03:35 Welcome 05:12 What is a System 08:27 ACT 1 - 4 ELEMENTS OF A SYSTEM 08:27 Stocks and Flows 09:56 Feedback Loops 11:46 Delays 12:57 Boundaries 14:27 ACT 2 - MANAGING SYSTEMS 14:35 Leverage Points 21:27 ACT 3 21:52 Resilience in systems 23:44 Self-Organisation 25:00 Hierarchies 27:35 ACT 4 - LOOKING AT TODAY 28:40 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Die With Zero Regrets - Stoic ideas to make the most of your life
What if “enough” wasn’t a number — but a moment? This conversation explores the quiet art of leaving nothing essential undone. We talk about the trap of “more” — more savings, more time, more planning — and how it steals the urgency that makes life vivid. To die with zero regrets isn’t to die empty; it’s to die complete. Like an artist who finishes a painting not because it’s perfect, but because it says what it needed to say. We explore how generosity, timing, and intention turn ordinary years into extraordinary ones. It’s not about consuming your wealth — it’s about converting it into meaning. Takeaways: Treat time as your most valuable currency. Design your life around moments that matter. Give forward — not backward. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset 🌳 Acorns Invest for your money goals $5 sign up bonus: PSYCHOLOGY https://www.acorns.com/psychology NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Regrets of the Dying: Lessons from Palliative Care 01:35 Introducing 'Die With Zero' by Bill Perkins 02:35 Seneca's Philosophy on the Shortness of Life 03:28 The Value of Time and Money 04:35 Hyperbolic Discounting: The Psychology of Time and Money 08:46 Intentional spending and experiences that keep paying 11:59 The Memory Dividend: Investing in Experiences 15:38 The Health-Wealth Curve: Timing Your Experience 17:07 Balancing Life's Experiences and Timing 17:27 Seneca's Wisdom on Life and Death 18:31 The Concept of Peak Utility 19:59 The Inheritance Trap 20:45 Fear and Attachment in Financial Decisions 21:31 The Importance of Giving While Alive 23:21 Bill Perkins' Strategy for Dying with Zero 25:03 Time Bucketing for Life Experiences 27:47 The Final Reflection on Life's True Value 31:11 Conclusion and Next Steps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Psychology of Podcasting: Lessons in self actualisation, intrinsic motivation and how to enjoy yourself - w/ Paul Davies
99% of podcasters quit before episode 20. Why do 1% keep going... and what does it teach us about ourselves? Paul Davies interviews Sam on the psychology of motivation, self-determination, signalling theory and more as we break down the psychology of what makes people podcast. Besides analysing what's driving the trend to start a podcast we also learn about why humans do anything and how to make your own decisions for the right reasons. Learn: - How to keep a side hustle fun instead of it being a chore - What on earth do virtue signalling, costly commitments and intellectual fitness testing have to do with podcasting and mate acquisition - Why the things we do become extensions of ourselves. SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Why make a podcast? 01:48 Introducing Sam Webster Harris 02:43 Overcoming Podcasting Challenges 03:17 The Journey of Podcasting 04:21 The Power of Asking 07:48 The Effort Behind Podcast Production 10:14 The Process of Creating an Episode 15:41 Balancing Passion and Profession 16:47 The Psychology of Motivation 22:17 The Drive for Fame and Recognition 27:12 Reflecting on Podcast Beginnings 28:16 Choosing a Unique Podcast Path 29:43 Self-Actualization Through Podcasting 30:18 Signaling Theory and Podcasting 31:39 The Reality of Podcasting 33:17 Perceptions and Misconceptions 41:34 Burnout and Consistency 42:24 Dealing with Criticism 44:42 Advice for Aspiring Podcasters 47:39 Podcast Recommendations and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How to Defeat Your Shadow Life and Face Your Calling: Lessons from Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield,
What if the life you're living is just a metaphor for the life you're meant to live? Pressfield kept his typewriter buried under spare parts in his truck. He knew it was there. Thought about it constantly. But he was too terrified to dig it out and write. So he drove. For years. Shadow callings aren't about laziness—they're about proximity without risk. We fall into fixed mindset thinking this is all we can do. We become English teachers instead of novelists, consultants instead of founders, gallery workers instead of artists. We stay close enough to feel legitimate, far enough to avoid the real work. This episode breaks down why your brain creates these elaborate escape mechanisms, what separates amateurs from professionals, and the exact moment everything changes. You'll learn: How to recognize if you're living a shadow career right now The 20 habits that separate professionals from amateurs Why turning pro is a decision you remake every single day SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Are You Living Your Dream or a shadow calling? 02:14 Steven Pressfield's Shadow Career 03:28 Examples of Shadow Careers 04:01 The Concept of Metaphor 05:54 Addiction: The Partner of the Shadow Life 08:02 Amateur vs. Professional Behavior 09:35 Characteristics of a Professional 10:46 Turning Pro: A Life-Changing Decision 11:31 The All is Lost Moment 13:20 Personal Reflections on Turning Pro 15:42 The Rewards of Turning Pro 17:34 Building habits of a professional 19:38 Closing Remarks and Recommendations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tips on Getting Better Today Than Yesterday - w/ Olympic Coach Frank Dick OBE
What if winning isn't a destination? What if it's the quiet act of becoming slightly better than you were when the sun rose this morning? Frank Dick spent five decades asking "How do we help people see their own progress?" As British Athletics' legendary Director of Coaching, he discovered something profound. We're wired to notice missing buttons but blind to the ones that are there. His Four Rs framework (Reason, Reality, Reflection, Response) is a mindset shift in how we define growth mindset psychology. Every competition, meeting, and conversation is an invitation to ask What did I learn? Three frameworks for transformation: The left-side/right-side exercise: How to rewire your nervous system for positive psychology and curiosity Strength-first philosophy: Why building on what works creates better mental models than fixing flaws (neuroscience meets self-development) Emotional control in the arena: Simple techniques athletes use to ignore distractions and maintain mental strength The only competition that matters is with yesterday's version of yourself—are you ready to win that game? SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset Frank Dick OBE - Website - https://www.frankdick.co.uk - Book - "Winning: Motivation for Business, Sport & Life" NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 The Haunting Feeling of Never Being Enough 00:29 Welcome to the Growth Mindset Psychology Podcast 01:03 The Journey of Sustainable Success 01:24 Introducing Frank Dick: Coaching Legend 01:57 The Four Rs Framework for Personal Growth 02:06 Defining Winning: A Continuous Journey 02:26 Frank Dick's Insights on Winning 03:06 Practical Tips for Daily Wins 03:59 The Importance of Setting Realistic Goals 07:08 Recognizing and Celebrating Small Wins 14:26 The Role of Emotional Control in Success 16:28 The Pitfalls of Success and Complacency 17:29 Reflections and Takeaways from Frank Dick 19:38 The Four Rs: A Growth Mindset Framework 20:18 Conclusion: Embrace Your Strengths and Improve Daily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Moments Where Character Forms: Stop being a Victim and build a Victor Mindset - w/ Olympic Coach Frank Dick OBE
Ever notice how the people who never mess up also never win big? Frank Dick, the legendary British Olympic coach who led Team GB through its golden era, calls this "the risk of winning." For over 50 years, Frank coached Olympic champions like Daley Thompson and Sebastian Coe. His growth mindset framework reveals a counterintuitive truth about mental strength: failure isn't falling off your bike—it's refusing to get back on. This episode unpacks the hidden psychology behind mistakes, character formation, and why vulnerability might be your greatest competitive advantage in self-improvement. You'll discover: Why making zero mistakes means you're not dreaming big enough (the science behind mental models for personal development) The exact moment your character forms—hint: it's before you act (behavioural psychology meets emotional intelligence) Frank's "Four Rs" framework for extracting wisdom from both wins and losses (cool psychology for mindset improvement) Listen now to master the mental health strategies Olympic athletes use to build unshakeable self-discipline. SPONSORS - 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Episode: Victim vs Victor Mentality CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Growth Mindset Psychology 00:25 Overcoming the Fear of Failure 00:59 Meet Frank Dick, OBE 01:15 The Risk of Winning 01:43 Victim Mindset vs. Winning Mindset 02:38 Embracing Mistakes and Stumbles 03:52 Reflection and Learning from Mistakes 08:05 The Importance of Asking for Help 08:49 Courage and Vulnerability 10:01 Cheating and Character Flaw 14:31 Learning Through Experience 15:22 The Art and Science of Coaching 17:15 Frank Dick's Key Insights 17:19 Episode Highlights and Takeaways 18:42 Conclusion and Next Steps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What is a MINDSET Exactly? (and how do you spot a bad one)
Ever said "you just need the right mindset" without knowing what that actually means? You're not alone. Most people use mindset like a magic word—vague, fluffy, and completely useless. This episode breaks down what mindset really is through psychology, not wellness guru nonsense. You'll learn the difference between growth mindset (seeing failure as learning) and fixed mindset (believing ability is static), why abundance mindset beats scarcity thinking, and how open-mindedness isn't about accepting everything. The fisherman story reveals how we all fake understanding of concepts we never properly learned. You'll discover: Why specificity transforms mindset from buzzword to breakthrough How Carol Dweck's research differs from manifestation myths Three mindset pairs that actually impact your decisions SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 What is a mindset - REALLY? 01:16 Understanding Mindset: Core Concepts 02:08 The Psychology Behind Mindset 03:50 Fixed vs. Growth Mindset 04:44 The Evolution and Misuse of Mindset 12:38 Open vs. Closed Mindset 17:37 Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset 20:31 Applying Mindset Correctly 23:08 Future Content Plans and Listener Engagement 27:24 Conclusion: Embracing Change and Staying Positive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Make Time Your Friend: Build a positive mindset with a little existential psychology (and stoicism)
Panic less, enjoy more - treat time well and it will treat you well. Humans have a difficult relationship with time. Sometimes just a birthday can lead to spiralling mental health. Yet time is the medium of existence that gives us all the experiences that make life so great. Of course, time also ages us and ultimately robs us of everything we ever have and ever loved. With the right mindset we can enjoy it and use it wisely. We cover: How to think differently about time itself Learn how to be less frustrated by things we can't control Questions to diagnose your relationship with time Experience deeper awareness Life is short but we can be the pilot of our experiences or dragged along in a rush feeling crushed by the weight of everything. This episode should help reduce the storm and increase the calm. Influence the Show Meet me - Free call Feedback - Request and Ideas Form Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Newsletter - Explosive Thinking Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Philosophy of Play 00:19 Embracing Aging and Happiness 00:48 A Personal Reflection on Turning 30 02:39 The Fear of Aging: Breaking It Down 03:52 Confronting the Fear of Death 05:20 Accepting Physical Changes 07:08 Managing Expectations in Life 07:50 The Power of Storytelling 08:19 Living as an Artist of Your Life 09:43 Conclusion: Seize the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Questions to Build a Life of Substance & Let Go of What is Holding You Back - w/ Jodi Wellman
Build a mindset that doesn't care what other people think, because you know what actually matters to you. In this episode we examine insightful ways to take control of your life and define where it's going. We steal some of the best questions and ideas from existential psychology that you can try applying to your own life. What is a life worth living? Healthy vs toxic aspirations? How to abandon what doesn't serve you? The illusion of self-importance? GUEST Jodi Wellman is the author of "You Only Die Once" and a source of positive ideas from her work in Applied Positive Psychology. Jodi has a morbid fascination with existential psychology and how contemplating death can help us truly live. As they say "Get busy living, or get busy dying". SPONSORS 👨💻 NordLayer Security across your business 28% off: GROWTHMINDSET-28 http://nordlayer.com/growthmindset NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 01:30 Net-promoter score - Would you recommend your life? 07:19 Abandoning What No Longer Serves You 10:28 Consistent Reminders and Psychological Tricks 14:26 Overcoming the Illusion of Personal Specialness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Real Problem with Work Life Balance and the Mental Model to Fix It
Rethinking the problem and our mindset from scratch when it comes to this whole life thing. What if the problem isn't your schedule—it's your metaphor? We've inherited a story about work and life as opposing forces, locked in eternal combat for our limited hours. This story feels true because everyone tells it. But stories shape reality. Consider this: your life contains multitudes. Work, yes. But also relationships, creativity, health, community, growth. None of these oppose each other inherently. A parent who calls their family "their life" earns respect. Someone who calls work "their life" earns concern. Same language. Different judgment. The opportunity lies in reimagining the entire framework—from balance to integration, from opposition to synergy. This episode explores: How the words we choose create the reality we experience Why integration creates compound satisfaction that balance never could The path from competing priorities to mutually reinforcing life architecture NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Work life balance 00:48 Intro and Nat Eliason 01:50 Mo Gawdat - heartbeats 02:57 The complications with finding balance 03:43 Why words are so important 07:39 The main pillars of a happy life 08:34 Good or bad obsession 09:25 Integrating priorities 11:13 Seeking long term enjoyment 13:08 Satisfaction without sacrifice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Shame, Addiction, and How To Focus On Who You Are Becoming
We evolved shame as a gift. A signal that whispers when we've drifted from who we might become. What if the discomfort you feel isn't the problem, but the compass? This episode explores a surprising truth: the hardest patterns to change aren't the ones destroying us, but the ones keeping us comfortably mediocre. Yet they hold us back and sometimes shames even stops us from acknowledging they exist. But we need to step back and ask if we are truly happy with our choices, the way we live our life and what we would like in it and wouldn't. And slowly learn how to build the healthier life we seek. Three Actionable Takeaways: View shame as information about misalignment, not evidence of inadequacy—it evolved to guide you, not punish you Recognize that growth happens in difficulty, not comfort—the urge to escape is the moment to lean in Build intrinsic motivation rooted in values, not just outcomes—sustainable change comes from who you're becoming, not what you're avoiding This episode originally aired on the Unhooked Podcast by Jeremy Lipkowitz. NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to addictions 03:26 Sam's Podcast and Philosophy 05:44 Defining Growth Mindset 09:35 Sam's Journey and Personal Growth 10:26 The Power of Mindset in Education 15:33 Growth Mindset and Recovery 16:49 Neuroplasticity and Overcoming Addiction 17:38 Sam's Experience with Porn Addiction 24:17 Challenges of Identifying and Addressing Addictions 25:39 The Subtle Creep of Addictive Behaviors 26:35 The Influence of Social Media and Algorithms 27:50 The Thin Line Between Social Media and Porn 28:15 Female Empowerment or Objectification? 29:55 The Impact of Porn on Real-Life Relationships 32:41 The Role of Shame in Human Evolution 34:56 The Social Function of Gossip 36:02 The Duality of Human Nature 38:36 The Duality of Shame and Success 39:44 Empathy and Understanding Human Behavior 44:37 Embracing Our Animal Nature 46:17 Lessons from Podcasting 51:22 Final Thoughts and Future Projects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Be Crystal Clear: 3 Truths and 2 Tips to Communicate with Impact [Archive]
Our cognitive biases and ego can muddy the waters of our minds and block the path to clear communication. Today's episode provides strategies on how to be both a more effective thinker and communicator. Topics: Communication problems in relationships, business and writing Cognitive blockers to clarity How to identify and maintain a grip on the most important thing What bundling and unbundling can apply to problem-solving and communication Freebies Episode prompts - Clarity Problem Solving Worksheet Influence the Show Meet me - Free call Feedback - Request and Ideas Form Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Newsletter - Explosive Thinking Chapters 00:00 The Curse of Overlooking the Obvious 03:13 Romantic Communication 05:38 The Goal of Simple, Clear Communication 11:42 Concept of Bundling and Unbundling Things 15:21 Applying Bundling and Unbundling to Problem-Solving 16:45 Using Bundling and Unbundling for Clear Communication 19:40 Making the Obvious Obvious 20:34 An Invitation to Chat 21:46 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From Escaping the Holocaust to Building a Billion Dollar Empire - The Life and Mindsets of Dame Stephanie Shirley
Dame Stephanie Shirley built a billion-dollar tech empire from her kitchen table in the 1960s, pioneered remote work before anyone knew what Wi-Fi was, and discovered the psychology behind turning survivor's guilt into unstoppable motivation. This isn't some feel-good story about "everything happens for a reason." It's a masterclass in how your brain can rewire trauma into resilience. Stephanie shows us that the experiences that nearly destroy us often contain the exact ingredients we need to build something extraordinary. Reframe your biggest setbacks as your competitive advantage—they teach you what "real problems" actually look like Use constraints to spark creativity—Stephanie's limitations forced innovations that changed entire industries Transform guilt into contribution—the antidote to feeling unworthy is making others' lives better About Dame Stephanie Shirley Wikipedia - Steve Shirley Website - SteveShirley.com Book - Let It Go NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to the Growth Mindset Podcast 02:22 A Journey from Nazi Germany to England 04:17 Adjusting to a New Life in England 06:31 Overcoming Survivor's Guilt and Depression 06:47 The Role of Compassion and Philanthropy 07:11 Seeking Help and the Tavistock Clinic 09:15 Challenges and Innovations in Remote Work 10:31 Pioneering Software Development 15:50 Women in the Workforce and Gender Equality 19:01 The Impact of Global Crises on Society 21:30 The Future of Technology and Global Solutions 23:00 The Universal Impact of Viruses and Environment 23:22 Opportunities in Space Exploration 24:31 Striving for a Fairer World 25:09 Adopting a Learning Mindset 25:49 Leading a Spiritual Life 27:31 Managing People Effectively 28:36 The Importance of Enjoying Work 29:07 Advancements in Autism Research 35:20 Innovative Tech Ideas 38:37 The Kindness of Foster Parents 39:24 Reflecting on the Podcast Episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lessons, Paradoxes and Hard Questions For Building an Authentic Life
We chase alignment with our purpose, values, passions but can sometimes get a little lost on the way. Life has a scary habit of passing us by in a rush and Sam has just turned 35 years old and feeling very philosophical about the whole thing. We take a tour of some of the big problems in society people struggle with and the paradoxes that make them difficult. From waning attention spans to political chaos or the lenses and mindsets that we view life with. Sam weaves together some of the hottest topics into coherent discussions on how we can be who we want to be in a changing world. NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflection 00:32 Lessons from the Past Year 01:49 The Paradox of Authenticity 04:36 Personal Growth and Transformation 06:05 Nostalgia and Self-Realization 08:25 Balancing Gratitude and Ambition 10:12 Overcoming Overwhelm in Big Projects 12:44 The Dopamine Dilemma 16:07 Emotions and Entitlement 17:44 The Political Divide 20:27 The State of Modern Content 22:04 Critique of Content Creation 23:20 The Impact of Dopamine-Driven Content 25:29 Lenses to view life with 26:41 Midlife Reflections and New Beginnings 31:22 The Value of Taking Action 31:44 The Importance of Memories 34:01 Embracing Randomness and Serendipity 35:55 Final Thoughts and Birthday Wishes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
12 Questions For Meaningful Relationships - How to go deep w/ Topaz Azides
You know that Stupid questions = Stupid answers. It's the same for boring questions. If you want to live a meaningful life with space for personal growth and connection with those around you. The answer is fantastic questions. Questions that help you understand yourself better and your partner. Questions that lead to conversations where you really see each other deep down at a human to human level. Topaz Azides, is an Emmy-winning director who spent a decade analyzing 1,200 couples to understand why some thrive while others stall. He discovered that humans are "answering machines"—we can't help but respond to the prompt in front of us. He crafted 12 questions that act like rocket fuel for connection, moving you from small talk to the conversations you're secretly desperate to have. This isn’t about cheesy one-liners; it's a practical framework for reframing your mindset: Learn why our brains are hardwired to answer any question, and how to use this quirk for psychology-driven growth. Discover how to use arguments to build psychological resilience and make your relationship stronger, not break it. Embrace the idea that every moment is unique and discover how to treat it that way, fostering cognitive flexibility in your interactions. Topaz Azides Get the book: https://www.topazadizes.com/book NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Humans are obsessed with questions 03:18 What does a growth mindset mean 03:52 Architecting Experiences 04:03 Lessons from creating 12 questions 07:58 do people compete to say better answers 10:03 Finding new dimensions 11:36 The process of creating 12 questions for love 11:36 What is the and 11:36 How and why did they change specific question elements 15:24 Humans are answering machines 17:51 Other great question 20:09 The power of being articulate 22:17 the power of attention 24:14 Question loops 26:17 Chapters of life 27:56 Pre-interview questions 30:06 Dangers of quick fixes - should a relationship be allowed to end 35:30 Cultural or regional variations 38:18 Playing the 12 questions game 38:30 Daily practices or habits for sustaining a relationship 41:50 Showing to kids that communication is important 42:13 How to stay positive 47:01 Future projects 49:42 Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Curios Thing About Your Ego (and 3 ways to turn it down)
The ego is more unruly than you think. We dissect how it works and how to make it work for you. When you don't watch it carefully your brain will trick you into thinking it knows things it doesn't. This can lead to all sorts of disasters. Learn 3 ways that your ego get's in the way of real growth and learning and how to build a stronger and more open mindset. Lessons: Create Space: Begin by admitting what you don't know to open the door for discovery. Embrace the Amateur: Find the edge of your ability, for that is where all meaningful growth begins. Facilitate, Don't Force: Guide others to their own insights instead of delivering yours fully formed. NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 How your mind is like an annoying chatbot 04:01 Surrendering Our Assumptions 06:22 Seeking Our Own Incompetence 08:04 Mr. Beast's Path from Incompetence to Mastery 10:19 Stop Blocking "Aha" Moments 11:57 Allowing Self-Persuasion 12:18 The Entrepreneur's Paradox of Asking for Advice 13:35 Closing Thoughts on Humility's Impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How to Cultivate Awareness and Self-Control to Overcome Addiction - w/ Jeremy Lipkowitz
Ever felt like you're fighting a losing battle with your own brain? Addictions are like that. We learn the mindsets and psychology to build self-awareness and take control of your decisions and behaviours. Jeremy Lipkowitz, a former Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and coach is the host of "Unhooked: breaking porn addiction podcast". He helps men break free from compulsive behaviors—especially porn addiction—and build lives of integrity, discipline, and deep fulfilment. Topics: - The role of shame in all addictions - Why porn is rapidly growing and difficult addiction - How to build healthier coping mechanisms - Strategies for dealing with distraction Jeremy Lipkowitz - Website - https://www.jeremylipkowitz.com/ - Academy - https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ - Podcast - https://unhooked.buzzsprout.com/ NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 Jeremy Lipkowitz 02:26 Defining Addiction 05:54 Modern Addictions and Self-Awareness 09:03 Mindfulness and Addiction 13:24 Exploring Mindfulness Practices 16:54 Defining Addiction 21:52 The Role of Shame in Addiction 26:58 Challenges of Overcoming Porn Addiction 28:26 Triggers and Coping Mechanisms 31:00 Healthy Coping Mechanisms 34:42 Practical Tips for Reducing Phone Use 37:09 The Benefits of Boredom 45:58 Seeking Support and Community 47:30 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How to Teach a Growth Mindset to Children (and to yourself)
You want your kid to magically become some badass, challenge-eating machine? Lectures don’t work, praise gets boring, and perfectionism is just another word for control freak. We dive into the reality behind both teaching and practicing a growth mindset. Firstly it starts with you living a growth mindset so this episode is primarily a masterclass on building one yourself. Self-efficacy is crucial for resilience and overcoming setbacks that hit us everyday. Yet there are so many nuances when you try to teach a growth mindset. The wrong praise makes things worse, Even being too strict about growth mindset practices can make things worse... Ideas explored: - Use everyday conversation to challenge the "rules" of life - Turn failures into stories of possibility, not shame - How to balance giving praise and rewards vs. letting them build grit and intrinsic motivation. NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 How to teach kids a growth mindset 00:01 Introduction: The Importance of a Growth Mindset 00:31 The Challenge of Instant Gratification 02:01 Defining Growth Mindset 02:39 The Power of Embracing Challenges 03:04 Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset 03:41 Teaching Growth Mindset to Children 05:26 How do we embody and teach a growth mindset 07:19 Practical Tips for Embodying Growth Mindset 08:44 Space for growth 12:02 Open minded approach to opportunity 14:18 Responding to Mistakes 15:58 The Impact of Praise and Rewards 16:54 How do we create an environment for growth mindset? 19:29 Talk about mistakes 20:05 Common Pitfalls in Teaching Growth Mindset 21:11 The Importance of Consistency 22:23 Do you raelly have a growth mindset? 23:08 Self-Reflection and Feedback 24:29 The Value of Travel and Exposure to Different Cultures 25:43 Final Tips and Encouragement 26:06 Conclusion and Call to Action Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How To Overcome Your Problems With Curiosity and adventure - /w GeoWizard (Tom Davies)
Ever felt like life’s locked you in a box and thrown away the key? Tom Davies (GeoWizard) knows the feeling—and he picked the locks with curiosity and a pinch of madness. This isn’t your standard self-help fluff. Tom went from odd jobs and dead-end days to having 1.4 million followers watching his adventures. His fame launched when he crossed Wales in a straight line, just because he asked, “What if?” His adventures aren’t just geography—they’re psychology in action. Discover why quitting a steady job for a “silly idea” might be the sanest thing you ever do. Life’s a story waiting to be lived; many people scroll past it on their phones. Turn anxiety into fuel by setting playful, challenging goals. Build resilience through micro-adventures and saying yes before you’re ready. Start telling more stories for the love of it (even if nobody records them). Ready to swap comfort for curiosity? Hit play and start walking your own line. GeoWizard The original pioneer of the straight line adventure. Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/geowizard Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GeoWizard NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset CHAPTERS 00:00 What if there is more to life? 01:58 Context 02:44 The Turning Point: Mission Across Wales 03:03 Going Full-Time with GeoGuessr 05:05 The Rise to YouTube Fame 08:09 Childhood Adventures and Mischief 12:03 Future Goals and Passions 14:42 Does filming take away from the natural experience 20:06 Advice on making good content 21:44 Parenting and Adventure 24:19 Smartphones and Modern Life 25:40 The Impact of Social Media 31:45 Mental Health and Overcoming Struggles 38:02 Final Thoughts and Reflections 38:44 Recent Kind thing 40:46 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Hidden Connections Between Movement and Mental Strength You Need To Know
Freedom doesn’t arrive when you finally “figure it all out”—it arrives the moment you move.We’ve built mental walls around the idea that creativity is genetic and strength is inherited. But imagine a world where every step, stretch, or stumble is a tiny act of liberation, welding new circuits of possibility in your brain. Picture the mountaineer navigating a cliff, or a child learning to throw—a dance as ancient as humanity itself, and just as transformative. The lesson isn’t in chasing overnight genius, but in discovering that each deliberate movement is a brushstroke of reinvention. Reimagine exercise as a tool for mental experimentation, not just fitness. View setbacks in coordination as invitations to design new approaches, rather than signs to stop. Use the act of practicing anything—sport, art, language—as a metaphor for shaping your narrative. What will you change, today, when you realize that movement is the first story you tell yourself about what’s possible? NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:00 Zen and the art of motor cortex maintenance 02:24 How the Motor Cortex was discovered 04:08 The areas and functions of the motor cortex 07:01 Mentality and Physicaly Link 08:44 Motor Function Impairment and Physical Rehab 11:35 Why you might be a bit Uncoordinated 13:53 Developmental Variation and mindset 14:52 How alcohol and Marijuana impact brain Health and Coordination 17:37 Reflexes and professional training 20:46 Why 10,000 hours makes sense 22:11 Reactions that don't require your brain 24:39 How physical movement affects mental thought 26:48 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How to Build More Memories Instead of More To-Dos - w/ Jodi Wellman
Positive Psychology applied to the shortness of life. This episode is a repeat of a masterclass from last year on living wider and deeper with psychologist and author Jodi Wellman. We cover: The walking dead vs astonishingly alive Overcoming habits and autopilot living Regret avoidance and controlling your life Useful positivity vs toxic positivity As they say "Get busy living, or get busy dying". Jodi has a morbid fascination with positive ideas from existential psychology to help brighten your day. Jodi Wellman Book - You Only Die Once Website - Four Thousand Mondays Quiz - How dead or alive are you? Insta - @FourThousandMondays NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:00 Grab life 01:18 Defining a Growth Mindset 02:22 Preventing Regrets and Shaping Your Life 04:36 Exploring the Regret Avoidance Bucket List 10:08 Prioritizing Adventure and Novelty 15:07 Overcoming Habits and Autopilot Living 19:12 The Power of Positivity and Potential 24:33 The Astonishingly Alive Model 28:51 Creating Conscious Routines and Rituals 39:47 Honoring Life's Fragility and Impermanence 42:33 Shaking Up the Snow Globe of Everyday Life 49:23 Abandoning What No Longer Serves You 49:23 Consistent Reminders and Psychological Tricks 49:23 Overcoming the Illusion of Personal Specialness 49:26 Earliest Memory 50:40 Kindest Thing 51:37 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What is Actually Important? How to stop reacting to news and non-events
Have you ever wondered how important something really is, yet lacked a reference point to put it into context? These days news, apps, jobs or neighbours comments all seem to be infinitely important and it's somewhat distracting. If you want to actually do stuff you need to know what is important and screen out the rest. Sam shares a framework for working out the impact of any idea or event that adds context to anything around you. From an idea in the shower to nuclear weapons everything has it's place NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:00 Why is everything important??? 01:53 Innovation Richter Scale 03:40 Why create a Scale? 05:59 Earthquake Metaphor 08:22 Invention, Innovation, Technology 08:22 Ranking Magnitude not Morality 09:29 The innovation richter Scale - Level 1 - 10 09:31 Level 1 - Shower thoughts 09:50 Level 2 - Actioned Idea (In private) 10:09 Level 3 - Public ideas (Not popular) 11:38 Level 4 - Popular and commercial ideas 12:29 Level 5 - Defining Brand 13:59 Level 6 - Innovation of the year 17:20 Level 7 - Innovation of the Decade 19:40 Level 8 - Innovation of the Century 22:55 Level 9 - Innovation of the Era 25:20 Level 10 - Species Epoch 29:57 Outro - Using the scale 32:00 What is really important? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Top 3 Fitness Mistakes and How to 20:80 your Health - w/ Coach Jake Parker, Beyond Fitness
We think fitness is about the body. But in truth, it begins in the story we tell ourselves. In this conversation with Jake Parker, we explore fitness not as a battle of discipline, but as a shifting of identity. Humans evolved in a world of scarcity where every calorie mattered. Now, in a world of abundance, that same wiring works against us. The magic, Jake suggests, is in designing new defaults. Defaults where exercise becomes an act of self-kindness, food choices become votes for the person you want to be, and consistency becomes less a grind and more a groove. Fitness then stops being a task and starts becoming a story of who you are becoming. Learn: The differences between female and male beliefs around exercise How environments shape habits more than willpower does The top 3 mistakes people make when getting fit TRY BEYOND FITNESS FOR FREE Online fitness coaching from anywhere in the world. One month trial - https://beyondfitnesstraining.coach/fitness-strategy-call-podcast --- NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History & Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:00 Jake Parker - Psychology of fitness 02:23 Fitness and Nutrition Philosophy 03:28 Genetics and Fitness Challenges 04:48 Overcoming Obesogenic Environment 06:54 Building a Sustainable Diet 12:50 Approaching diet flexibly and pragmatically 15:32 Shifting Identity and Embracing Fitness 21:40 Common Fitness Mistakes 23:38 Forming Healthy Habits 25:25 Overcoming Lack of Motivation 25:52 Reward and Punishment Systems in Fitness 27:53 Designing Your Environment for Success 30:48 Personalized Fitness Approaches 31:23 Strength Training and Muscle Maintenance 33:56 Womens vs Mens approach to fitness 35:56 Handling Injuries and Setbacks 39:42 Online Coaching vs. In-Person Training 42:05 Avoiding the All-or-Nothing Mentality 43:11 Practical Tips for Getting Unstuck 46:30 Claim a free month of coaching 48:00 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Where To Spend Your Life Energy: A 3-step framework for brilliance
It's not just what you do, it's how you do it. We are increasingly bombarded with demands and equally confused by how important everything seems. Growing up every year the next exam will make or break the rest of your life... The reality is some things don't matter and other things matter much more than you will ever know. Saying hi to that stranger that becomes your wife, helping a friend start that stupid idea, putting way too much effort into a dinner party. We only have so much time and energy and many parts of life we can do more than get away with the minimum but actively seek to do as little as possible. In other parts we should raise hell to bring our full brilliance into play. --- COMPETITION - 2 months of free coaching Get mindset or business coaching from Sam. Enter the draw by simple subscribing to the new show and sending him an email growthmindsetpocast (@) gmail.com NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:00 The 90% Trap 01:46 Being "Done" vs Incomplete 02:16 The Struggle for Perfection 04:59 When Average is Enough 08:03 The Fisherman's Wisdom 10:11 Striving for the Extraordinary 12:51 Finding Your Balance 13:51 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Evolutionary Psychology of Gender Roles, Male Violence & Food - How Fire Transformed Us
Ever felt like you were wrestling with more than just a campfire? Me too. Turns out, controlling fire is a bit like trying to control your own mind; tricky, unpredictable, and full of surprises. In this episode, we have an episode drop from Sam's new show "How to Change the World; The History and Future of Innovation". We dive into the wild story of how humanity’s obsession with fire set us on the path to becoming who we are today. We’ll talk about global wildfires and backyard barbecues, and how both are woven into our DNA and even impact things like gender roles and male aggression. If you’ve ever wondered why you crave campfire chats or why your brain loves new ideas, this one’s for you. Takeaways: Fire literally rewired our bodies and minds Our social lives, from dinner with friends to group self-improvement, started around the fire. Rethinking what you fear could be the key to your next breakthrough. ---- NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History & Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 ---- COMPETITION - 2 months of free coaching Get mindset or business coaching from Sam. Enter the draw by simple subscribing to the new show and sending him an email. UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:00 Intro to the episode drop 03:57 The Role of Fire in Civilization 04:38 Fire's Impact on Predators and Prey 06:40 First Fire - 500 million years ago 10:05 Humans and fire - ~2 million years ago 12:17 The Discovery of Fire 13:48 When did we discover Fire 14:29 Stadium of Grandmothers 15:32 Fire's Influence on Human Biology 18:03 Fire and Human Digestion 20:52 Light and Campfires 23:02 Mealtimes 24:09 Fire's Role in Human Birth and Survival 26:00 Why Only Humans Mastered Fire 28:32 Fire, Social Structures & Gender Roles 33:52 Role Change in the Information Age 35:54 Fire's Role in Human Expansion - 70,000 years ago 36:21 Find the second half of the episode on the new show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Defining Your Own Success in a World Full of Self-Appointed Experts - w/ Mike Winnet (Worlds #1 Demotivational Coach)
What if success isn’t about working harder or even more achievement, but about how we feel day to day? In this episode, Mike Winnet invites us to reconsider the very stories we tell about ambition and achievement. The culture around entrepreneurship often creates illusions; mirages shimmering in a desert of social media noise. Mike challenges us to step beyond these distractions and ask: What if the real path is serene, sane, and sustainable? This episode reveals how transforming our metrics for success can free us from the endless hustle, empowering us to craft meaningful, autonomous lives. Recognize the paradigm shift from chasing fame to finding clarity. Choose values and success metrics that reflect your true self. Embrace responsibility as a gateway to freedom, not burden. --- COMPETITION - 2 months of free coaching Get mindset or business coaching from Sam. Enter the draw by simple subscribing to the new show and sending him an email growthmindsetpocast (@) gmail.com NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History and Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:00 The success story we're sold 02:39 Introduction to Mike Winnet: The UK's Number One Demotivational Speaker 03:10 The Harsh Realities of Entrepreneurship 04:03 The Illusion of Social Media Success 06:33 The Problem with Business Gurus and Influencers 07:25 The Importance of Realistic Goals and Self-Awareness 16:36 How to give advice 17:45 The Pitfalls of Following Trends Blindly 19:52 Entering Competitive Markets with Unique Offerings 21:46 Biggest Risks Taken 22:32 The Kindest Act Received 25:09 Dealing with Demotivation 26:52 The Impact of Social Media 32:48 Favorite Books and Financial Wisdom 33:48 Concluding Thoughts on Entrepreneurship 34:23 Take homes 37:45 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why Taking Life Less Seriously Could Be the Productivity Boost You Need
The art of making work not suck; how playing helps you stress less (and achieve more). In today’s episode, we challenge the architecture of adulthood, built brick by brick with “shoulds”. Using stories of ancient ancestors and modern cubicles, we’ll ask: Why do we surrender to seriousness, and at what cost? You’ll learn how the prison of comparison, the tyranny of the checklist, and our fear of imperfection rob us of the very autonomy we crave: Build tiny rituals that make work feel less like war, more like wonder. Experiment boldly and let imperfection be your guide, not your judge. Infect your workplace with micro-moments of fun (and make it contagious). It’s your move—why not choose to play? ---- COMPETITION - 2 months of free coaching Get mindset or business coaching from Sam. Enter the draw by simple subscribing to the new show and sending him an email growthmindsetpocast (@) gmail.com NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History & Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:00 What's wrong with us? 05:20 Modern Metaphors for Work 08:02 Psychology of Doom feelings 12:24 Mindset Shifts 14:32 Technology Breaks 16:36 Mindset shifts and habits 19:13 Conclusions 21:09 Sign off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How to Stay MOTIVATED When You Keep LOSING - w/ Gold Medal Olympian Sir Ben Hunt-Davis
Imagine training every day for a decade… and still losing. Then figuring out one question that changes everything. Olympic gold medallist Ben Hunt-Davis didn’t win because he trained harder, he’d been doing that for years and kept losing. He won because he and his crew started asking one question before every decision: Will it make the boat go faster? In this conversation, Ben shares the messy reality of chasing big dreams. We talk about missing teams by one place, eating 7,000 calories a day, and why sacrifice isn’t always sacrifice if you’re doing what you love. Then we jump into how that gold medal shaped his career as a performance coach, why bounce-back ability matters more than talent, and how to apply “filters” to shut out distractions in business and life. 3 Actionable Takeaways: Ask better questions to unlock better results - ruthlessly align your decisions with your real goal Build resilience by treating failures as fuel - treat setbacks as data, not drama Identify and repeat your successes consciously - Start every review by shining a light on what worked. Listen in and steal the mental frameworks that took Ben from last place… to Olympic champion. ---- COMPETITION - 2 months of free coaching Get mindset or business coaching from Sam. Enter the draw by simple subscribing to the new show and sending him an email growthmindsetpocast (@) gmail.com NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History & Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 --- UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:00 Sir Ben Hunt-Davis 02:20 How did he get to the Olympics? 04:18 Work and being an olympian 06:33 Training regime 10:17 Making sacrifices? 11:50 Working with your peak 13:45 10,000 hour rule 15:43 Losing before becoming the best 16:09 Continuous growth = common sense 17:37 Will it make the boat go faster? 18:09 Have you ever applied your philosophy to your relationships 19:34 Did Ben feel that they deserved to win? 21:53 What if Ben and his team did not win 24:01 What was next for Ben after rowing 27:57 Biggest lessons as a coach? 29:25 Future of coaching 32:14 Bullshit filters 34:29 Biggest mistakes 38:00 Take Homes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why You’ll Care About Completely Different Things in 5 Years
Ever look back at something you obsessed over… and now you can’t even remember why? This episode’s about that gap. The gap between what you care about today and what future-you will actually give a damn about. We’ll talk about puppies that can’t tell a cushion from a laptop, people who think their city is the center of the world, and why your 16-year-old self thought video games were the meaning of life. Turns out, value isn’t fixed. It drifts. Sometimes overnight. Sometimes over decades. The trick is spotting which things are worth fighting for and which will fade like old Instagram filters. Three takeaways: Audit your current priorities—80% probably don’t matter long-term. Build habits around values, not just goals. Get perspective by stepping outside your normal environment. If you want to make better choices for the future you haven’t met yet—start here ---- NEW SHOW - How to Change the World: The History & Future of Innovation Learn about the evolving story of the human species and our ideas told in chronological order. The podcast is full of fun facts, surprising stories and philosophical insights. Found on all major podcast players: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Fj3eFjEoAEKF5lWQxPJyT Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-change-the-world-the-history-of-innovation/id1815282649 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HowToChangeTheWorldPodcast RSS feed - https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/682b3b86696b5d1232d698a8 ---- COMPETITION - 2 months of free coaching Get mindset or business coaching from Sam. Enter the draw by simple subscribing to the new show and sending him an email. UPGRADE to Premium: 🏖️ Ad-free listening 🤘 Support the show 🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content 💬 Community Discord GrowthMindset.Supercast.com Get in Touch 👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset 📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com Growth Mindset Psychology: Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. 📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset) 🛜 Website - Growth Mindset Chapters 00:01 The Puppy's Perspective on Value 01:06 The Illusion of Shared Values 02:38 The Local vs. the Global 04:46 The Fickleness of Our Obsessions 06:44 The Value of Meditation and Perspective 09:45 Finding Humor in Our Obsessions 11:29 Escaping the Tyranny of "Reality" 13:08 The Illusion of Our Future Selves 14:51 The Changing Value of Money 16:44 The Temporary and Subjective Nature of Value 18:54 Identifying Your Enduring Values 20:46 Make Better Choices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices