Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement
Growth Mindset Psychology
There are a lot of opinions on how to master your mind, but then there’s PSYCHOLOGY.
We’re all stuck with the brain we’re born with, but we aren’t stuck with ho...
Can you talk with your subconscious? - w/ Jeff Bauhner
The mind does a lot of things we are never aware of.
You don't think about how you move or digest, your mind just does it in the background, You also can't witness all the self-sabotaging doors your mind keeps you locked up in.
We all have our own battles that limit us. Maybe how we think about money, or relationships or our own value. Maybe we get nervous about situations and it's our nerves that actually cause the problem we are afraid of.
Today guest Jeff Bauhner shares a radical idea for how to communicate with your subconscious processes and get them working in your favour.
How can we talk to our subconscious?
What should we change?
Why do we keep overlooking our real problems?
Jeff has a very relatable story that leads him to his work and shares some fun and potentially radical ideas.
As a scientist myself I was skeptical about some of his proposals. I was equally excited about how he came to some similar conclusions I do recommend myself but with a very different pathway.
Jeff Buehner
X - @Jeff_Buehner
Book - The Sultans 7 Secrets
Upgrade to Premium:
🏖️ Ad-free listening
🤘 Support the show
🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content
💬 Community Discord
GrowthMindset.Supercast.com
Related Episodes
5 Science-backed ways to stop disappointing yourself - Spotify - Apple
The Psychology of Mistakes - 7 types of lazy thinking - Spotify - Apple
4 Hidden fears that sabotage your life - and what to do about them - Spotify - Apple
Get in Touch
👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset
📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com
Growth Mindset Psychology:
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset)
🛜 Website - Growth Mindset
Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement
Episode: Can you talk with your subconscious? - w/ Jeff Bauhner
Chapters:
00:00 What's going on with our subconscious?
04:01 Jeff's first unconscious belief
06:26 Jeff's 2nd unconscious belief
08:49 What was Jeff's Pivotal moment when he was 33
10:44 Story of Mansa Musa
13:22 Sultan's Seven Secrets
18:19 2nd Mind is the subconscious
19:41 Magic lamp as a metaphor
20:24 Feelings is the language of the Gods
21:32 Setting your subconscious belief through feelings
31:01 Planting feelings into your subconsciousness
32:36 Fear as a sign that it's worth doing
34:29 Jeff's book
35:38 What business made Jeff a lot of money???
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
--------
42:07
The psychology of control - why your brain overcomplicates everything
We all know smart people make dumb decisions. But why?
Why do gamblers double down when they should walk away?
Why do we check our phones 58 times a day?
Why do people micromanage their partners and get confused when they become distant?
We are all suckers for the illusion of control.
We are convinced that our meddling is needed to achieve our desired outcome. Sadly this misses the important fact that we are causing all our problems.
The episode covers all sorts of personal problems from addictions to relationships, investing to anger and how control is at the heart of our problems.
Whether you are high on neuroticism or curious about how the mind works we have a tonne of good stuff:
Recognize your "control triggers" – situations where your grip tightens and makes things worse
Practice intentional surrendering in low-stakes situations to build your letting-go muscles
Replace control with curiosity by asking "What happens if I don't try to fix this?"
Learn to stop wrestling with life and start dancing with it.
Upgrade to Premium:
🏖️ Ad-free listening
🤘 Support the show
🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content
💬 Community Discord
GrowthMindset.Supercast.com
Related Episodes
5 Science-backed ways to stop disappointing yourself - Spotify - Apple
The Psychology of Mistakes - 7 types of lazy thinking - Spotify - Apple
4 Hidden fears that sabotage your life - and what to do about them - Spotify - Apple
Get in Touch
👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset
📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com
Growth Mindset Psychology:
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset)
🛜 Website - Growth Mindset
Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement
Episode: The psychology of control - why your brain overcomplicates everything
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction: Why Smart People Make Dumb Decisions
00:30 The Science of Control
02:00 Personal Story: The Quad Bike Incident
05:51 The Illusion of Control
07:02 Addiction and Control
09:03 Reactance Theory: Why We Rebel
10:14 Attachment Styles and Control in Relationships
12:32 Paradoxical Intentions: Embracing the Opposite
15:30 Understanding and Managing Anger
18:43 Quieting the Default Mode Network
20:18 The Joy of Surrender
21:09 Show Updates: Embracing Change
22:58 The New Show Concept: The Psychology of Everything
25:25 The Importance of Growth and Change
26:03 Final Thoughts on Control and Surrender
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
--------
31:16
7 habits of highly miserable people
What if misery wasn’t something that happened to you—but something you unknowingly created?
We all have habits that screw us over—whether it’s blaming others, scrolling mindlessly on Instagram, or convincing ourselves that “next week” is when we’ll finally start living.
In this episode, I’m calling out the seven most toxic habits that keep people stuck in their own misery - they're probably (some) things you’re doing right now.
I’ll break down why these habits exist, how society reinforces them, and what you can do to stop being your own worst enemy.
Takeaways:
Why waiting for “perfect” is the ultimate excuse for staying stuck.
How playing the victim robs you of your power (and your future).
The brutal truth about self-care—and why it’s not what you think.
Ready to ditch the habits holding you back? Dig in =)
Upgrade to Premium:
🏖️ Ad-free listening
🤘 Support the show
🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content
💬 Community Discord
GrowthMindset.Supercast.com
Related Episodes
5 Science-backed ways to stop disappointing yourself - Spotify - Apple
The Psychology of Mistakes - 7 types of lazy thinking - Spotify - Apple
4 Hidden fears that sabotage your life - and what to do about them - Spotify - Apple
Get in Touch
👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset
📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com
Growth Mindset Psychology:
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset)
🛜 Website - Growth Mindset
Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement
Episode: 7 habits of highly miserable people
Chapters:
00:00 Stop screwing yourself over
01:19 Bad habit #1 - Lying to ourselves
04:22 Bad habit #2 - Procrastination
07:48 Bad habit #3 - Victimhood and avoiding responsibility
10:19 Bad habit #4 - Money
13:26 Bad habit #5 - Isolation
18:04 Bad Habit #6 - Social Media
20:48 Bad habit #7 - Ignoring real self-care
25:15 Bonus Habit - Fixed Mindset and resistant to change
26:42 Send off
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
--------
32:46
How to guide your destiny - What to avoid, where to push, when to relax
Ever feel like life’s pulling you in a direction you didn’t choose? Like you’re paddling against a current, but the harder you try, the further you drift?
From social media algorithms to career paths, we’re all caught in currents we barely notice. They can sweep us toward growth or drag us into chaos.
Whether it’s influencers chasing clicks or careers locking us into identities we never wanted, these currents are everywhere. But here’s the good news: just like in the ocean, you can learn to spot them and decide which ones to ride.
By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools to navigate life’s most powerful force—momentum—and steer toward a future you actually want.
Takeaways:
How small decisions snowball into massive consequences (good or bad).
Why blaming “the system” won’t save you—and what will?
How to identify the “currents” shaping your decisions and behaviours.
Once you see these currents, you’ll never look at your life the same way again.
Upgrade to Premium:
🏖️ Ad-free listening
🤘 Support the show
🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content
💬 Community Discord
GrowthMindset.Supercast.com
Related Episodes
26: Stealing Bitcoin and Hacking World Banks - Spotify - Apple
186: Sam interviewing a hitman - Spotify - Apple
Are we becoming NPCs - Free will - Spotify - Apple
Get in Touch
👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset
📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com
Growth Mindset Psychology:
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset)
🛜 Website - Growth Mindset
Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement
Episode: How to guide your destiny - What to avoid, where to push, when to relax
Subtitle: Fantastic Boosts and Where to Find Them
Chapters:
00:00 Can We Control Our Direction?
01:51 A Near-Death Experience
04:09 Social Media's Fast-Moving Currents
06:03 The Dangers of Extremification
07:53 Radicalization of Creators
09:32 Famous Figures and Extremification
12:07 The Weirding Effect of Content
14:28 Navigating Career Currents
15:30 The Vortex of Unwanted Opportunities
21:31 The Power of Positive Currents
24:13 Choosing Fast-Moving Currents
25:13 Future Career Opportunities
27:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
--------
33:52
Systems to unlock your creative genius w/ Jeremy Enns
How to boost creativity and productivity with a gentle yet dedicated approach to getting the best of yourself
Fun fact: The average person has 6,200 thoughts per day.
Most creatives capture zero of them.
What if the secret to unleashing your creative potential isn't finding inspiration, but building systems that make creativity inevitable?
That’s why we have Jeremy Enns on the show. He's built a system that turns random thoughts into profitable content.
Every. Single. Day.
We cover:
How to stop hoarding mediocre ideas and start executing great ones
Why your "perfect" creative routine is killing your productivity
The "Marathon Project" framework that makes average creators extraordinary
Driven by his creative output, Jeremy’s latest business makes over 100k in profit a year, . On the journey, he’s also started and scrapped over 20 creative projects and coached several hundred clients on improving their creative work.
This episode isn't just theory. It's his exact process.
The same one that's helped him:
Write a daily newsletter
Build multiple 6-figure businesses
Master sustainable creative productivity
No fluff. No "productivity hacks." Just systems that scale.
Perfect for: Content creators, creative entrepreneurs, and anyone who's ever stared at a blank page wondering where all their good ideas went.
Time to turn your creative chaos into content that converts.
Whether you're struggling with creative block, seeking to optimize your productivity workflow, or aiming to develop a sustainable content creation strategy, this episode provides actionable frameworks to enhance your creative output.
Premium listeners get access to an exclusive 15-minute segment covering:
A deep dive about deep dives
Where burnout comes from and what to do about it
How to love your creative work
Upgrade to Premium:
🏖️ Ad-free listening
🤘 Support the show
🔓 Exclusive AMAs and bonus content
💬 Community Discord
GrowthMindset.Supercast.com
Jeremy Enns
🎙️ Podcast Marketing Academy
📧 Scrappy Podcasting Newsletter
⛓️💥 Jeremy on LinkedIn
Get in Touch
👋 Free Call - Schedule Link - https://cal.com/samwebster/mindset
📧 Email - GrowthMindsetPodcast (@) gmail,com
Growth Mindset Psychology:
Sam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.
📺 Watch - YouTube (Growth Mindset)
🛜 Website - Growth Mindset
Show: Growth Mindset, psychology of self-improvement
Episode: Systems to unlock your creative genius w/ Jeremy Enns
Chapters:
00:00 Creative Productivity - Jeremy Enns
03:29 Where do good ideas come from
07:08 Organising ideas
07:41 Capturing Ideas on the Fly
09:18 Organizing and Searching Ideas
10:21 Daily Writing and Idea Generation
15:25 Rating and Filtering Ideas
19:23 Daily Writing and Publishing
23:35 Marathon Projects and Skill Development
26:46 Habit Systems for Productivity
30:41 The Importance of Identity in Creativity
35:33 Navigating Creative Evolution
35:43 The Myth of Perfect Structure
36:12 Adapting to Change and Staying Relevant
36:27 Pursuing Continuous Improvement
36:50 Reinvigorating Creative Projects
38:40 Self-Awareness and Productivity
40:32 Harnessing Self-Knowledge
43:25 The Joy of Deep Dives
46:58 Balancing Creative Output
46:58 Avoiding Burnout
48:31 The Power of Questions
48:31 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sobre Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement
There are a lot of opinions on how to master your mind, but then there’s PSYCHOLOGY.
We’re all stuck with the brain we’re born with, but we aren’t stuck with how we use it.
Learn science-backed answers to make the most of your mind and your life.
CURIOUS?
Growth Mindset Psychology is the "self-help sceptic" podcast for the curious.
Whether you want to improve performance, navigate setbacks, or know who you are.
We find answers to the true science of self-improvement.
So put down the astrology chart and start working with your mind, instead of against it.
With over 8 million downloads and 60,000 monthly listeners, you’re invited to join.
PROCESS
Instead of telling you what to think, we discuss how thinking works.
Armed with a stack of science journals, textbooks and a boatload of curiosity, we uncover the mechanics of the mind.
Why? >>> Success is personal!
You might want to make the most of your neurodiverse strengths, start a business, or simply find more reasons to smile.
Hone your ability for independent thinking and growth with mental models to pursue your definition of success.
HOST
I’m Sam Webster Harris, a lifelong learner with ADHD, a raging curiosity, and an obsession with finding answers to hard questions.
After launching several businesses, travelling the world and nearly dying a few times I concluded that science and Psychology are where it’s at.
What actually makes people happy? What’s the best way to treat a brain? How can I get more done?
Studying the answers we find that changing behaviours requires building mindsets, mental models, and a healthy relationship with failure.
I run the show to help listeners enjoy nutritious content that feeds their minds (and I needed a legitimate excuse to cover for my reading addiction).
PREMIUM
Go Ad-Free and listen to exclusive content.
Support the show and access the AMA features and community Discord.
Growth Mindset Premium
ARCHIVE
Previous guests include Olympians, Scientists, Billionaires, and Sam's Mum.
Past series:
— Psychology vs Stoicism
— Time Management for busy mortals
— Independence and knowing yourself
— Cognitive biases and rational thinking
— Psychology of connection
— Carol Dweck and the Multiverse of Mindsets
Ouça Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement, RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English e muitos outros podcasts de todo o mundo com o aplicativo o radio.net