Both fixed and growth mindsets are the products of lifelong experiences, observations and education. But with practice, determination and effort, you can develop a growth mindset. Here are some practical steps.
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“Growth mindset” has become a buzzword in many major companies, even working its way into their mission statements. But when I probe, I often discover that people have a limited understanding of the idea. Here are three common misconceptions.
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After decades of research, world-renowned Stanford University psychologist Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D., discovered a simple but groundbreaking idea: the power of mindset.
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The mere presence of our smartphones is like the sound of our names or a crying baby — something that automatically exerts a gravitational pull on our attention. Resisting that pull takes a cognitive toll.
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In a world overflowing with information and constant distractions, maintaining focus has never been more challenging. Our attention is pulled in multiple directions, draining our limited time and mental energy. At the same time, the rise of AI has created heightened expectations for productivity. With increased efficiency comes the pressure to deliver more and work faster. Learning how to improve your concentration and focus will help you meet these new demands and thrive—both at work and in life.
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"Life comes at us very quickly, and what we need to do is take that amorphous flow of experience and somehow extract meaning from it." In this funny, enlightening talk, educational psychologist Peter Doolittle details the importance -- and limitations -- of your "working memory," that part of the brain that allows us to make sense of what's happening right now.
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What's the most transformative thing that you can do for your brain today? Exercise! says neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki. Get inspired to go to the gym as Suzuki discusses the science of how working out boosts your mood and memory -- and protects your brain against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
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Attention isn't just about what we focus on -- it's also about what our brains filter out. By investigating patterns in the brain as people try to focus, computational neuroscientist Mehdi Ordikhani-Seyedlar hopes to build computer models that can be used to treat ADHD and help those who have lost the ability to communicate. Hear more about this exciting science in this brief, fascinating talk.
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In our louder and louder world, says sound expert Julian Treasure, "We are losing our listening." In this short, fascinating talk, Treasure shares five ways to re-tune your ears for conscious listening -- to other people and the world around you.
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Idriz is passionate about teaching others how to improve their memories and believes that with the right practice, almost everyone can get a super-memory.
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As a teenager, Ricardo Lieuw On was packing groceries when he knew what he wanted to study: he wanted to learn about learning. He picked up a study in psychology and learned how to reduce his learning time from 3 hours to 1 hour on the same piece of content. He gained the same knowledge in 200% less time. And specially for TEDxHaarlem, he shares the secret of his technique.
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In this episode, we discussed why we get burnt out and how to avoid this in our lives, the techniques Thomas uses to learn new things faster and improve memory, how to overcome procrastination and develop self-discipline, and so much more.
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In today’s episode, we discuss why we experience brain fog and the best morning routines to get rid of it, the 90-minute focus hack that you need to try, how to manage your dopamine levels to stay motivated, how drugs and alcohol affect your brain and body, and so much more that I’m excited to share with you!
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In this episode, Andrew Huberman, professor of neurobiology at Stanford, speaks on the double-edged sword of dopamine and how it plays a role in our ability to focus, Greg McKeown shares why the secret hack to productivity starts with forgiveness, Rich Diviney talks about the difference between discipline and self-discipline and how to achieve both and Joe Dispenza teaches us how rewriting the story of your past can heal your body and transform your mind.
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In this episode of On Purpose, Jay Shetty talks about different ways we can divert our attention and lessen the impact of possible distractions that may come our way.
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In this episode of On Purpose, Jay Shetty shares with us the best practices that can help us regain our strength and replenish our energy to remain productive.
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Here are three science-based strategies to juice your ability to come up with new and creative ideas.
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Creativity can extend beyond artistic abilities, as it reflects a unique way of thinking. Creative-minded individuals typically possess traits that are valuable across various roles, not just those traditionally seen as creative. You can leverage creative skills to develop innovative solutions and approaches to problem-solving in any professional context.
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Creativity doesn’t have to be about artistic expression. Developing new practices, making a workflow more efficient, or finding a better way to do things are all examples of creative thinking.
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How creativity works, how to find your hidden creative genius, and how to create meaningful work by learning how to make creative thinking a habit.
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