Fixed Versus Growth Mindset: Are You Your Own Worst Enemy?

This episode begins by pointing out that a major theme for this entire podcast series is our capacity to shift and transform our perspective. Perspective is the lens through which we view and interpret the world around us. But its ramifications are profound - our unique mental coloring of the world informs how we live, what choices we make, how we interact in our relationships, and so much more. 

I then thread the value of perspective-taking – of our ability to imagine the world through the eyes of another – to a conversation around the psychological concepts of fixed mindset versus growth mindset. If we’re stuck in a fixed mindset, we’ll waste all our precious energy on posturing to make it look like we’re intelligent and know what we’re doing. By contrast, a growth mindset will inspire us to harness that energy for curiosity, exploration, and personal empowerment. Our beliefs influence our ability to adapt and thrive in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges. 

The conversation then shifts to a global perspective of the profound paradigm shift we are collectively experiencing. We are each being called to face our fears around change so we can draw on the power of our imagination as we co-create a new reality – one that’s rooted in mutual care for the collective versus a hierarchical power structure where the many are ruled by the few. We conclude with a meditation practice aimed at creating some space between our awareness and our thoughts so we can make room for fresh possibilities – new perspectives – to come in.

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Tending to Change is hosted by Jeni Juarez, a 500-hr RYT, a mother of four, and a dedicated student on the path of the heart. Having struggled with trauma, addiction, and debilitating anxiety, she has deep gratitude for the power of nature, stillness practices, and loving community to completely change the trajectory of one’s life. 

Jeni believes there is a significant undervaluation of emotional resilience and cultivating peace of mind in our fast-paced, over-achieving culture, and she’s excited to be a part of the momentum that is actively working to change that narrative.

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The intent of this podcast is only to offer information of a general nature to help you in your quest for emotional and spiritual well-being. Content presented or posted on this podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or a professional therapeutic relationship. In the event you use any of the information in these episodes for yourself, which is your constitutional right, the creator assumes no responsibility for your actions.