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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey everyone, Leah Weston here and welcome back to Built
to Win. I'm pumped to dive into something that's super crucial,
especially if you're looking to level up in life, developing
that killer growth mindset, you know, the one that says
challenge accepted instead of nope, too hard Ever felt like
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your brain is a dusty old book stuck on the
same page. Or maybe you've hit a wall and thought
that's just how it is. Well, let me tell you
there's a way to break free from those limitations. This
isn't about pretending you're a genius overnight. It's about embracing
the journey of learning, growing, and becoming the best version
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of yourself one step at a time. Think of it
like this. Your mindset is like a muscle. The more
you exercise it, the stronger it gets. So let's flex
that mental muscle together. First up, we got to ditch
the fear of failure. It's okay to stumble, it's okay
to mess up. Heck, it's part of the process. Einstein
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once said, the only source of knowledge is experience. And
you know what comes with experience, Yeah, mistakes. But here's
the catch. Every mistake is a golden opportunity to learn
and grow instead of letting fear hold you back. See
those setbacks as stepping stones to success. Next, embrace challenges
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like they're your best friend. Those tough situations are where
the real magic happens. Remember that time you had to
learn a new skill. Maybe it was playing an instrument
or finally mastering that complicated recipe. You know what happened.
You pushed through the discomfort, you practiced and bam, you
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conquered it. That's the power of pushing yourself outside your
comfort zone. Now, let's talk about feed back, the secret
weapon to growth. It can be a little tough to
hear sometimes, but genuine feedback is a gift. It helps
us see blind spots and areas where we can improve.
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Think of it like this. You wouldn't ask a friend
for fashion advice if you didn't want an honest opinion, right,
same goes for personal development, So be open to constructive
criticism and use it to refine your skills. Speaking of refining,
continuous learning is the name of the game. Our world
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is constantly evolving, so staying curious and hungry for knowledge
is essential. Read books, listen to podcasts like this one,
take online courses. There are endless ways to expand your horizons. Remember,
learning isn't just about acquiring facts. It's about developing a
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lifelong love of exploration and discovery. And finally, celebrate your wins,
big or small. Acknowledge your progress, no matter how incremental.
Every step forward is worth celebrating because it shows you're
moving in the right direction. Take a moment to appreciate
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your hard work and give yourself a pat on the back. Okay,
let me paint you a picture. Imagine this. You've been
wanting to learn how to play guitar for ages. You
know that awesome instrument that makes those beautiful melodies. But
every time you think about starting, doubts creep in. What
if I suck at it? Maybe I'm just not musically
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inclined sound familiar. Those are the whispers of a fixed
mindset trying to hold you back. But here's the twist.
You decide to embrace that growth mindset. You tell yourself,
I may not be a virtuoso overnight, but I'm going
to learn and have fun along the way. You start
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with simple chords, practice regularly, and celebrate each milestone, even
nailing a single strum without messing up. Guess what, That
small act of commitment sparks a whole chain reaction. You
become more confident, you set new goals, and before you
know it, you're jamming out to your favorite tunes. Remember
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that's the power of a growth mindset in action, turning
potential into reality. So, my friends, let's recap Embrace failure
as fuel for learning. Welcome challenges like old friends, be
open to feedback, never stop learning, and celebrate every win
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along the way. Go out there, apply these principles and
watch your life transform. If you enjoyed this episode, hit
that subscribe button, leave a review and share it with
someone who could use a little growth mindset boost and
rememb Remember we're all in this journey together. See you
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tomorrow for another dose of Built to Win. This podcast
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