#17 How to Redefine Success With a "Gain" Mindset

08/07/2025 30 min Episodio 17
#17 How to Redefine Success With a "Gain" Mindset

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In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, host Chris LeBrun explores a powerful mindset shift that can dramatically transform how you measure success, sustain motivation, and experience joy along the way.Drawing inspiration from the book The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy, Chris explains why most people unknowingly measure progress the wrong way—through what’s missing (the gap)—and how this leads to burnout, low self-esteem, and toxic productivity.Instead, discover how to adopt gain thinking: a proven framework for measuring success by how far you’ve come, not how far you have to go.You’ll learn:The difference between gap thinking and gain thinkingWhy chasing ever-changing ideals sabotages happinessHow measuring backwards can rewire your brainPractical tips for using gratitude to fuel momentumHow to stop letting others define your successIf you’ve ever felt like your goals are always just out of reach, this mindset shift will help you reclaim your sense of purpose and celebrate the progress you’ve already made.🔗 Show LinksGet The Wholistic Productivity Planner📕 Book: The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Hardcover | Paperback | Kindle(Includes affiliate links)Chapters00:00 Introduction02:55 The Importance of Mindset in Productivity04:20 The Gap and The Gain07:53 How we View Happiness11:30 Shifting from Gap to Gain Thinking17:36 Practical Tips for Measuring Success19:04 Recap and ConclusionThis episode is sponsored by Efficient.appDon't waste time searching for the best software. Let the experts at efficient.app do it for you. They have tons of "No BS" reviews on all kinds of software so you'll always get an honest recommendation. When you're ready to buy they offer discounts as well. So check them out next time you are looking for new software! This episode is sponsored by Little Golden ShepherdIf you're looking for an all-natural remedy to manage your muscle, joint, and nerve pain, check out Little Golden Shepherd butters. Made with herbs and natural oils, LGS butters are a great natural alternative for pain. Use this link & the promo code "wholprod" to save 15% on your first order. Experience relief, naturally. Free OfferGet my Sunday Strategy for FREE when you subscribe to my weekly newsletter. Support the showJoin the free Wholistic Productivity community on Skool

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