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LESSON 28:
What does “It is what it is” mean to you?
Today, I talk about what we can change and the work of Carol Dweck.
The pivotal and transforming power of “growth mindset” as seen in her work and case studies could change dozen of things you thought were unchangeable in your life: your health, relationships, circumstances, living arrangements, learning, lifestyle, career, and much more.
Dweck shows that we tend toward two main ways of thinking. Making a strategic switch and using a particular word as we frame our thinking and describe our situations has a profound impact on outcomes. Her case studies prove it–listen in.
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Work for creative people, and for all sorts of people, looks different now. Don’t fear the shake up.
Do you hate the question, “What do you do for a living?”. Have you ever asked it of someone and then felt like it was the wrong question to ask as soon as you said it? I have a few suggestions and a really funny story about my own experience too.
In January (2016) I’m talking about the concepts of calling and meaningful work.
For more on how you can join in that worldwide endeavor for yourself, in your own way, visit the #synCREATE page.
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