In this episode of Roots of the Rise, we explore the concept of a growth mindset—what it is, why it matters, and how shifting from outcome-based thinking to effort-based learning can change your life. You’ll hear insights from Dr. Andrew Huberman and Dr. Carol Dweck, plus real-life examples of how our mindset shapes identity, risk-taking, and resilience. Whether you're navigating failure, perfectionism, or just want to grow with more ease, this episode offers practical and compassionate tools to support your journey.

• Growth mindset is anchored in the belief that our abilities are malleable due to neuroplasticity
• How we receive feedback shapes our self-perception and approach to challenges
• Performance-based feedback ("you're smart") links identity to results, creating fear of failure
• Effort-based feedback focuses on what we do, not who we are, encouraging risk-taking
• Failure almost always comes before success—it's the first attempt in learning
• Our mindsets typically operate on autopilot but significantly impact our experiences
• Journal prompts can help uncover your own beliefs about abilities and potential
• Summer often requires adjusting expectations and embracing realistic planning

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Resources:

Dr. Andrew Huberman Growth Mindset Content

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We often become so fixated on perfect end goals that we forget to acknowledge the meaningful progress we've already made in our lives. Taking time to recognize our forward movement, no matter how small, is crucial for maintaining momentum and fostering the self-compassion needed for continued growth.

• Regularly check in with yourself about your progress toward goals to prevent stalling out
• Healing from difficult relationships is like climbing a mountain—it's important to notice the elevation you've already gained
• Celebrating financial wins like paying off debt provides momentum for tackling the next challenge
• Keep visual reminders of what you've already accomplished to help during discouraging times
• Small wins deserve celebration as they build the foundation for bigger achievements
• Self-compassion rather than self-criticism creates sustainable growth
• Journal about your accomplishments to make your progress more tangible


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Destination addiction—the harmful "if only" mindset—prevents us from experiencing joy in the present moment. Despite setting goals and making plans, we miss the perfection of right now when we believe happiness exists only in some future state.

• Dr. Andrew Huberman says "the most dangerous thought in life is 'if only'"
• The trap of saying "I'll be happy when..." prevents enjoying present joy
• Moving beyond suffering is the true destination in life
• Heart-based meditation trains us to feel the goodness in each moment
• Acceptance helps us stop fighting reality and appreciate what is
• Using touchstones (physical objects) can remind us to practice gratitude
• Presence isn't about perfection but returning to yourself as you are
• Joy isn't waiting somewhere in the future—it's a skill we build now

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