Episode 76 - The Growth Mindset Reset: How to Redefine Success and Embrace Failure

In this episode of Roots of the Rise, we explore the concept of a growth mindset—what it is, why it matters, and how shifting from outcome-based thinking to effort-based learning can change your life. You’ll hear insights from Dr. Andrew Huberman and Dr. Carol Dweck, plus real-life examples of how our mindset shapes identity, risk-taking, and resilience. Whether you're navigating failure, perfectionism, or just want to grow with more ease, this episode offers practical and compassionate tools to support your journey.• Growth mindset is anchored in the belief that our abilities are malleable due to neuroplasticity• How we receive feedback shapes our self-perception and approach to challenges• Performance-based feedback ("you're smart") links identity to results, creating fear of failure• Effort-based feedback focuses on what we do, not who we are, encouraging risk-taking• Failure almost always comes before success—it's the first attempt in learning• Our mindsets typically operate on autopilot but significantly impact our experiences• Journal prompts can help uncover your own beliefs about abilities and potential• Summer often requires adjusting expectations and embracing realistic planningTaking July off to align with priorities and will return in August with quality content created from a place of joy rather than stress.Resources:Dr. Andrew Huberman Growth Mindset ContentRelated Episodes:Episode 5 - Beginner’s Guide to Journaling Methods That WorkEpisode 29 - Is Competence Keeping You StuckEpisode 30 - Are you prioritizing your priorities?Episode 68 - The Six Essential Questions for Inner Growth and Getting UnstuckQuestions or Comments? Message me!Support the showInterested in becoming a member and gaining access to notes, prompts, guided meditations and more? Listen to the membership episode to learn more, or Go here to check it out for one week free!Stay connected by signing up for my newsletter or checking out all my offerings at www.risingwithsarah.com