Listen "Optimize Your Future With the Challenge Mindset"
Episode Synopsis
Join Dr. Twitchell in this New Year's episode as she discusses the importance of optimism and a challenge mindset in predicting and coping with future stressors. Dr. Twitchell explains how our appraisals and predictions shape our emotional and physiological responses, as well as our ability to solve problems and collaborate with others. Learn about the differences between threat and challenge mindsets, and practical ways to cultivate a more optimistic outlook for the coming year.00:00 Introduction and New Year's Greetings00:42 Predicting the Future and Its Impact01:43 The Role of Emotions in Future Predictions05:17 Challenge vs. Threat Mindsets06:38 Three Insights on How the Challenge Mindset Helps Us Find Solutions to Problems13:14 Cultivating a Challenge Mindset18:13 Conclusion and New Year's ChallengeFor full show notes, including resources mentioned, go to:https://www.calmyourcaveman.com/episodes/the-future-will-be-shaped-by-optimists🌐 https://www.calmyourcaveman.com/
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