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    Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

    Most self-help advice is guesswork dressed up as wisdom. We dig into psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral science to find what actually changes lives.

    WHY LISTEN?

    Over 8 million downloads because we answer the questions that matter: How do I build mental strength? What creates lasting motivation? How can I understand my own mind well enough to work with it, not against it?

    This podcast is for curious skeptics who want frameworks backed by psychology studies, not Instagram quotes. Whether you’re navigating procrastination, building self-discipline, or designing your own philosophy for a life well lived—we explore the hidden psychology behind real change.

    WHAT YOU’LL GET

    Mental models and simple techniques from cognitive psychology, positive psychology, and ancient wisdom traditions like Stoicism and Buddhism.

    Being a human can be confusing, learning about it doesn’t have to be.

    We cover everything from emotional intelligence and habit formation to brain health and the nervous system.

    WHAT YOU DON’T GET

    No pseudoscience. No oversimplified “hacks.” No hustle porn.

    Just practical insights on mindset improvement, self-development, and human psychology that respect your intelligence and mental health.

    THE APPROACH

    Instead of telling you what to think, we explore how thinking works. Armed with psychology studies, social science research, and relentless curiosity, we uncover the mechanics of belief change, attitude change, and personal development.

    Success is personal. You might want to leverage your neurodiverse strengths, build a business, or simply discover how to be happier. We provide the mental frameworks to pursue your definition of success with mental strength and self-care that fits your life.

    YOUR HOST

    I’m Sam Webster Harris—a lifelong learner with ADHD and an obsession with finding answers to hard questions. After launching businesses, traveling the world, and nearly dying a few times, I concluded that psychology and science are where real wisdom lives.

    This show is my excuse to dive deep into health and fitness research, behavioral psychology, and cool science while helping you build genuine self-discipline and motivation.

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    Previous guests include Olympians, Scientists, Billionaires, and Sam’s Mum.

    Past series:

    — Psychology vs Stoicism

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    — Independence and Knowing Yourself

    — Cognitive Biases and Rational Thinking

    — Psychology of Connection and Relationships

    — Carol Dweck and the Multiverse of Mindsets

    — Addiction and Behaviour Change

    — Nervous System Mastery and Polyvagal Theory

    — Mental Strength and Self-Discipline

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    Eat, Pray, Set Boundaries: The psychology of getting your needs met Apr 18, 2025
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    How often do you say no?


    In this episode, I unpack the beautiful mess that is boundary-setting—with stories, psychology, and a touch of Brexit. This episode dives deep into what it really means to assert your needs.


    Boundaries aren’t about building walls—they’re more like installing a front door with a lock you actually use. We explore why people-pleasing kills self-respect, how resentment creeps in when you’re too “nice,” and why your future depends on the limits you’re willing to draw today.


    What you’ll take away:

    • 10 signs of poor boundaries
    • How to spot a weak boundary before it drains your energy
    • Why saying no can be the kindest thing you do
    • You teach people how to treat you by what you tolerate
    • How to identify emotional manipulation in everyday relationships
    • A quadrant model that makes difficult conversations easier


    Listen now if you’re ready to stop being agreeable and start being respected.



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    Episode: Eat, Pray, Set Boundaries: The psychology of getting your needs met


    Chapters:

    00:00 Setting boundaries for how you want to be treated

    02:58 Boundaires in life Example

    05:10 Why boundaries need balance

    07:19 10 signs of poor boundaries

    07:35 Difficulty making decisions

    07:58 Feeling selfish for saying no

    08:18 Frequent apologizing

    08:49 Uncertainty about what to share

    09:13 Passive aggressiveness

    09:49 Losing sense of self

    10:10 Need for external validation

    10:26 Resentment

    10:43 Constant sense of fatigue

    11:02 Dramatic relationships

    11:34 Abusive situations

    15:03 Identifying crap boundaries

    15:14 Floppy boundary

    17:22 Rigid boundary

    19:10 Why we struggle with boundaries

    23:09 Creating healthy boundaries

    23:39 Personal boundaries

    24:07 Social boundaries

    25:24 Value-based boundaries

    26:43 Communicating boundaries

    28:25 Traffic light framework

    31:58 The importance of independence

    34:41 Book suggestions

    35:22 Send off

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    Science of Mental Toughness: Assess yourself using the 4 quadrants of resilience Apr 15, 2025
    Show notes

    What separates those who break from those who bend? A shift—not in strength, but in perspective.


    In today’s episode, we look at the 4 quadrants of mental resilience: Control, Commitment, Challenge, and Confidence —using a blend of metaphors, Stoic wisdom, and powerful stories from history.

    Think of your mind like a car: control is the steering wheel, commitment is the fuel, challenge is the terrain, and confidence? That’s your engine. From Helen Keller to Joan of Arc, you’ll see how legendary mental strength isn’t born—it’s built. Plus, learn why reacting to criticism like a calm kung-fu master might be your new superpower.


    Mental toughness isn’t built in heroic moments; it’s forged in the quiet choice to show up again.

    • Reflect on where you place your power: inside or out?
    • Anchor your goals in systems, not wishful thinking.
    • Let difficulty be your teacher, not your warning sign.


    If you’re ready to change how you see resilience, this episode will shift everything.




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    Episode: Science of Mental Toughness: Assess yourself using the 4 quadrants of resilience


    Chapters:

    00:00 The meaning in suffering

    02:14 The 4 elements of mental toughness

    02:47 Quadrant of control

    07:13 Quadrant of commitment

    10:59 Quadrant of challenge

    16:02 Quadrant of confidence

    20:56 Building mental toughness requires practice

    26:57 Send off

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    Nervous System Mastery: Build resilience, reduce stress and feel more yourself - w/ Esin Pinarli Apr 11, 2025
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    There’s only so much logic you can apply to your problems, at some point you need to work with your biology.


    The nervous system it an incredible organ built to help you survive and it can over-ride your conscious processing at will. To stop tripping over our barriers and build true resilience, reduce stress & feel more alive we need there is a way.

    Working with your nervous system instead of against it.


    On the show we invite Esin Pinarli a licensed therapist and expert in working with our nervous system to give us a masterclass on turning discomfort into growth.


    Three Takeaways:

    • Your nervous system doesn’t want you to succeed—it wants you to survive.
    • Discomfort is a signal, not a stop sign.
    • You grow by expanding your window of tolerance, not by breaking through it.


    Real personal growth doesn’t come from reading another book or “thinking positive.” It comes from your body. From doing the hard thing, just a little bit at a time. We talk about titration (small steps), edge surfing (riding discomfort), and how your brain actually rewires itself when you face fear—gracefully.


    Turns out, the part of your brain responsible for willpower literally grows when you push yourself. This is about learning to stretch without snapping. To build a stronger relationship with yourself—one uncomfortable moment at a time.



    Related Episodes

    • Neuroscience of Fear - Spotify - Apple
    • 4 Hidden Fears sabotaging your life - Spotify - Apple
    • Stephen Porges: Polyvagal Theory and building inner peace - Spotify - Apple
    • Jessica Baum: Attachment theory and relationships - Spotify - Apple
    • Edge Surfing: How to slow down time - Spotify - Apple




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    Growth Mindset Psychology:

    Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.

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    Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement


    Episode: Nervous System Mastery: Build resilience, reduce stress and feel more yourself - w/ Esin Pinarli


    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction to nervous system mastery

    03:09 Defining Growth Mindset

    04:16 The Science Behind Willpower

    06:53 Skill Breaks and Titration

    08:54 Metaphors for Growth

    09:56 Understanding the Nervous System

    11:47 Fear of Intimacy and Abandonment

    13:49 The Duality of Human Nature

    18:39 Hysterical = historical -> energy stored in body

    19:36 How to discharge energy

    21:16 Exercise as an antidepressant

    23:30 Edge surfing and accepting growth

    28:40 Magic Mind

    30:14 Accepting this moment

    31:46 Navigating co-dependant relationships and personal growth that affects relationships

    37:17 What is Shame

    38:52 The Role of Gratitude and Glimmers

    44:28 The Journey of Self-Improvement

    50:57 Extra content from Esin

    52:22 Take homes

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    The Science Behind Changing Your Mind (and how to build better taste) Apr 08, 2025
    Show notes

    The problem with being human is that we believe our version of truth is the truth.


    Not because we’re bad—but because we’re wired that way.

    This episode is a story of blindness. Not the kind you see—but the kind you don’t even know you have. You’re not as open-minded as you think.


    That’s not an insult—it’s just how the brain works. We shortcut. We judge. We protect our ego like it’s a vintage vinyl.


    In this episode, I dive into the strange ways our own minds trick us into thinking we're rational, original, and morally superior. I walk through how prejudice isn't just about race—it's about music, anger, taste, careers, and even your opinion of running. You’ll hear about blind spots in your day-to-day that quietly shape your reality, and how to start noticing them before they run the show.


    Takeaways:

    • Why your opinions probably aren’t your own
    • Why improving your taste is more important than finding your passion
    • A simple trick to challenge your ego without bruising it


    You can’t change the world if you can’t first question the lens you’re using to see it.

    This episode won’t change your mind—you will.



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    Episode: The Science Behind Changing Your Mind (and how to build better taste)


    Chapters:

    00:00 You are wrong about a few things

    02:19 Why is Prejudice So Hard to Notice

    03:48 How Prejudice Happens

    05:25 Lacking Awareness of What Change Would be Like

    07:23 Communication

    09:05 Where People Live

    12:36 Lesson from Rick Rubin

    13:22 Talent vs. Skill

    16:05 The Issue of Feeling Special

    17:34 3 Stories to Ground Yourself

    17:48 1st - Being 1st isn't the best

    20:33 2nd - other people's problems are also our problems.

    22:27 3rd - Don't be A Racist

    25:24 Send Off

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    How to stop worrying about small problems that don't matter (and kill your perfectionist) Apr 04, 2025
    Show notes

    Ever notice how you'll curse for days when stuck in traffic but never celebrate hitting all green lights? Your brain's flaw-detection software is working overtime.


    In our quest for the ideal—the perfect relationship, the flawless investment, the dream career—we often miss the opportunity to appreciate what's already working. This isn't about lowering standards; it's about recognizing diminishing returns and the opportunity costs of perfectionism.


    Gratitude research shows that people who accept small imperfections actually experience more satisfaction and happiness. It's not about settling—it's about optimizing for what truly matters and recognizing the diminishing returns of chasing perfection.


    • Identify what's truly non-negotiable versus what's just a small cost of admission
    • See where you get stuck in diminishing returns of perfectionism and break out of the cycle
    • Reframe "tolerating flaws" as "accepting the whole, complex reality" of what you value


    Ready to stop obsessing over small flaws and start enjoying the ride? Your ticket to a more satisfying life is waiting.



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    • How to stop catastrophising
    • Psychology of Control - Why your brain overcomplicated everything
    • How to build emotional intelligence



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    Episode: How to stop worrying about small problems that don't matter (and kill your perfectionist)


    Chapters:

    00:00 Hardwired for problem seeking

    00:55 Concept of paying the price of admission

    01:23 Relationships

    04:43 Stock markets

    06:02 More examples

    08:42 Gratitude and Game Theory

    10:41 Perfectionism and diminishing returns

    12:55 Martha Nussbaum and the Descent of Love

    13:58 Positive and negative flywheels of gratitude and perfectionism

    15:48 Chang Chang and the Broken Vase Garden

    17:17 Send Off

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    What creates lasting willpower and resilience: the 4 types of motivation Apr 01, 2025
    Show notes

    The psychology of mental strength and how to achieve your goals.


    The path to extraordinary achievement isn't paved with enjoyment. It's built on something far more powerful: alignment with our deepest values.


    Sustainable motivation comes not from the pleasure of the journey but from how we connect our actions to what matters most to us. This isn't about willpower or discipline—it's about meaning-making.


    When we frame our challenges within the context of our personal values, we transform mundane or difficult tasks into meaningful steps toward who we wish to become. The student studying for exams, the entrepreneur facing rejection, the artist pushing through creative blocks—all can tap into this deeper well of motivation by connecting present struggles to future purpose.


    Topics:

    • The real source of mental strength
    • 4 exercises to build the right type of motivation
    • How to live closer to your values


    What if your next challenge became not a test of endurance but an expression of who you are becoming?




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    • 3 habits of mental strength
    • Psychology of Fear
    • How to build emotional intelligence



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    Episode: What creates lasting willpower and resilience: the 4 types of motivation


    Chapters:

    00:00 Hiking through the coastal path of UK

    01:58 Building a stronger mindset and unstoppable motivation

    02:37 Nuances of human motivation

    04:43 Extrinsic motivation examples

    07:20 What drives people to continue

    08:20 4 types of motivation

    13:36 Identifying personal values

    14:04 Eulogy method

    15:30 Odyssey plan

    16:49 Radical Path

    17:53 Wheel of life

    19:59 Aligning your actions with your values

    24:33 Celebrate small wins

    25:48 Seek feedback and reflect on it

    27:03 Send off

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    The Psychology of Hypnosis: Can it really guide your Subconscious thoughts? Mar 28, 2025
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    What if the key to unlocking your potential was already within you, nestled within the folds of your own mind?


    Today we're diving into the science and psychology of hypnosis. It isn't about stage tricks or loss of control. It's about accessing a state of focused attention where the critical mind steps aside, allowing for profound change.


    Not only do we learn about how the subconscious mind can be accessed but the techniques and ways that work, backed by science.


    It's the difference between forcing yourself to diet and naturally craving healthier foods. Between lying awake, anxious, and drifting effortlessly into restorative sleep. It's not about what you do, but how you perceive. In this state, pain can become bearable, fears can dissolve, and long-held patterns can shift.


    Understanding hypnosis is a reminder that our experience of reality is malleable, shaped by the lens through which we view it.

    • What is going on in the brain during hypnosis
    • Explore self-hypnosis as a tool for personal growth
    • Reframe challenges using hypnotic visualization



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    • Loud Thoughts: Anxierty, Depression, ADHD & the Default Mode Network
    • Psychology of Fear
    • How to stop catastophising



    Fun videos:

    • Kenny Craig's hypnosis dinner date
    • Ellen Degeneres being hypnotised to stop smoking
    • Tim Ferris interviewing Dr David Spiegel about hypnosis -



    Sources:

    • To see sources, please scroll to the bottom because there are many...



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    Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 The Power of Hypnosis in Surgery

    00:43 Common Misconceptions About Hypnosis

    03:28 Hypnosis in European Hospitals

    04:46 What Hypnosis Can't Do

    05:42 How Hypnosis Works in the Brain

    08:57 Hypnosis for Sleep Improvement

    12:07 Hypnosis and Eating Habits

    14:11 Hypnosis for Exercise Motivation

    15:30 Hypnosis for Addiction

    19:28 Hypnosis for Anxiety and Phobias

    20:29 The Science Behind Hypnosis

    21:30 Practical Tips for Anxiety Relief

    22:33 Hypnozio: A Self-Hypnosis App

    23:53 Pros and Cons of Self-Hypnosis Apps

    26:45 Who Benefits Most from Hypnosis?

    31:05 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

    33:11 Definitely not Sam pretending to hypnotize listeners to leave good reviews because he is a responsible host who would never try such ridiculous things

    33:42 Outro



    Sources:

    • Under the knife with hypnosis - https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg18725111-800-under-the-knife-under-hypnosis/
    • Heroin addiction - https://theriversource.org/blog/how-hypnosis-is-used-to-treat-addiction/
    • Hypnosurgery - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypnosurgery
    • Switzerland trials - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17728216/
    • Copenhagen Hypnosis murders - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copenhagen_hypnosis_murders
    • Hypnosis and sleep - https://jcsm.aasm.org/doi/full/10.5664/jcsm.6952
    • Hypnosis and insomnia - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/hypnosis-for-insomnia
    • Weight loss meta-analysis - https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2F0022-006X.64.3.517
    • Hypnosis and addiction - https://theriversource.org/blog/how-hypnosis-is-used-to-treat-addiction/
    • Befreinding your vagus nerve - https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1089&context=mindfulness_theses
    • Celebs and hypnosis - https://www.hipnose.com.br/en/blog/hypnosis/matt-damon-and-hypnosis/

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    Mental, moral and physical laziness - how to beat our modern addictions Mar 25, 2025
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    What if the path to a meaningful life isn't paved with comfort, but with deliberate discomfort?


    In this episode, we explore the insidious nature of "flabbiness" - not just of body, but of mind and spirit. We'll uncover how our modern world lulls us into a state of complacent existence, and why the easy path often leads to the hardest life.


    Through stories of transformation and philosophical insights, we'll challenge the notion that happiness comes from avoiding difficulty. Instead, we'll discover how embracing challenge and responsibility can lead to a life of purpose and fulfillment.


    This isn't just about self-improvement; it's about redefining what it means to truly live in a world that often encourages us to merely exist:


    • Choose your hard: Decide which difficulties are worth embracing
    • Create your own resistance: Design challenges that grow you
    • Reframe comfort: See ease as a tool, not a destination


    Are you ready to trade comfort for meaning? The choice is yours.




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    Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.

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    Episode: Mental, moral and physical laziness - how to beat our modern addictions


    Chapters:

    00:00 Discover Your Habits - The Good and The Bad

    00:54 Crack the Code - 3 Stages of Flabbiness

    01:44 Rise Above Flabbiness

    02:03 1st Stage: Conquer Physical Flabbiness

    02:59 2nd Stage: Escape the Grip of Mental Flabbiness

    03:43 3rd Stage: Battling Moral Flabbiness

    04:56 Adventure Awaits

    05:37 Explore Alastair Humphreys: "There Are Other Rivers"

    05:57 Embrace Imperfections In Your Life

    06:32 Victim mentality

    07:36 Take Control of Your Life

    08:56 Rewire for Success: Transform Your Mindset

    09:59 Mental Reshaping: Beyond Your Comfort Zone

    11:56 Small Good Habits As Fuel For Growth

    12:12 Stanley Milgram and social influence

    13:00 Stoicism and dichotomy of control

    14:03 Buddhism the escaping suffering

    15:26 Taoism and desire

    17:37 Build The life You Want To Have

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    How to uncover emotional blocks holding you back, when you can't see them w/ Tracy Litt Mar 21, 2025
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    We're all blind to our own patterns. Even when we think we're self-aware, there's a whole universe of emotional blocks lurking beneath the surface.


    Most of us walk around thinking we understand ourselves, but the reality is we're operating on autopilot. This episode features coach Tracy Litt, a performance coach who reveals how seemingly innocent behaviours can actually be fear mechanisms in disguise.


    The conversation gets deeply personal as Sam confronts his own emotional avoidance, exploring why he distracts himself during vulnerable moments and can struggle to fully express emotions.


    Tracy explains how our brains create clever diversions precisely when we need to feel something deeply, and offers practical ways to break through these invisible barriers.


    Take homes:

    • Start a judgment journal to track how often you critically evaluate yourself and others
    • Practice intentional emotional release through techniques like guided screaming
    • Use fear as a GPS—when something scares you, it's probably pointing toward your growth


    Ready to uncover what's really holding you back? Listen now and prepare for some uncomfortable but transformative insights.



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    Episode: How to uncover emotional blocks holding you back, when you can't see them w/ Tracy Litt


    Chapters:

    00:00Introduction to hidden fears

    02:43 How Tracy sees herself

    03:42 Judgement journal

    04:37 Tracy's story on how controlling she was

    05:45 Sam relates with Tracy's past

    07:17 At what point did this transformation occur

    11:57 Getting really comfortable feeling all of your feelings

    14:03 Does Sam struggle with emotion?

    15:16 Diging into emotional distractions

    17:26 Sam never getting angry

    18:40 Screaming as therapy

    19:17 Sam pointing out his voice as a thing to work on

    21:27 Is there anything in life that is currently troubling or scaring Tracy?

    24:37 How did Tracy overcome her fear of starting to do live videos on Facebook

    27:56 Coaching other people and reaching out for a coach

    31:25 Outro

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    Bruce Lee's 6 simple habits to build mastery, mental strength and a growth mindset Mar 18, 2025
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    Bruce Lee wasn't just a martial arts icon. He was a master of mental discipline, using six powerful habits that transformed his approach to life and success.


    Bruce's journey reveals how deliberate practice shaped his legendary status. Instead of fearing failure, he embraced it as a teacher, carrying notebooks everywhere to capture insights that became contracts with himself.


    His methods were surprisingly practical—reading voraciously across diverse subjects, daily goal recitation, and blending Eastern philosophy with Western training techniques. This episode explores how Lee's training wasn't based on natural talent but rather his "fanatical" dedication, adapting everything from weightlifting to fencing to create something entirely new.


    "Absorb what is useful,

    Discard what is not,

    Add what is uniquely your own" - Bruce Lee


    His willingness to challenge traditions while respecting foundations made him revolutionary in multiple domains.


    Takeaways:

    • Start carrying a notebook to capture ideas and insights, reflecting on them regularly
    • Practice goal recitation daily to encode your ambitions into your subconscious
    • Read widely outside your expertise to create unique mental connections


    Ready to transform your mindset? Press play to unlock Bruce Lee's blueprint for unstoppable growth.



    How to Change the World

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    Episode: Bruce Lee's 6 habits of success


    Chapters:

    00:00 Bruce Lee's First Boxing Match Against Gary Elms

    02:25 Bruce Lee's Habits of Success

    02:35 #1 - Embrace Failure on the Path to Success

    04:27 #2 - Carry a Notebook Everywhere

    05:25 #3 - Repeat goals to yourself

    08:19 #4 - Practice your Craft Constantly

    09:50 #5 - Constantly Read a Variety of Subjects

    11:22 #6 - Research and Adapt

    13:23 Bruce Lee's Influence After 50 Years

    13:44 Send Off

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