yego.me
💡 Stop wasting time. Read Youtube instead of watch. Download Chrome Extension

15 Powerful Mindset Shifts


11m read
·Oct 29, 2024

I can't do it. This is too hard. It's too late. What if you took these words and turned them the other way around? In your journey through life, your mindset plays a vital role in shaping your experience and building your success. It's like the architect of your path, building it according to your experiences and influencing it in ways you can't even think about. A fixed and negative mindset can hold you back so much, and you might end up living a life you ultimately regret.

You build boundaries without realizing it. You resist what you shouldn't and with unbelievable force. It's like you're captive in your own life, stopping yourself from growing and evolving, but having a growth-oriented and positive mindset can make you succeed in so many situations in both your personal and professional life. Through optimism and perseverance, you can adopt this mindset and shift your way of thinking so that everything goes as well as it can. And if it doesn't go well, at first, you figure out a way to make it work.

Welcome to Alux, my friend! The place where future billionaires come to get inspired. It's so often we hear the ’’I can't do it’’ around us. And we also say sometimes ourselves, right? Whether it's about a task at work, a new dish in the kitchen, or a climbing workout. People sometimes feel like it's better to just say, ’’I can't do it’’ than actually trying to do it. And you're not entirely wrong to say that. But ’’I can't do it’’ should be just the starting point of a process.

Let's just say you're a painter and you have to write a code for an app. It's true, you, a painter, probably can't do it. But instead of saying those four concerning words, you could just ask yourself and others, ’’How can I do it?’’. By saying, ’’How can I do it?’’ instead of ’’I can't do it,’’ you start a transformative process. You put away the boundaries that you built up around yourself, and you get to explore innovative approaches to things you once thought too hard to handle.

Basically, this mindset shift is the change that can make your life better. It helps you to break free from thinking so you can start discovering what you're capable of. So, the next time you face something that seems difficult, remember to ask yourself, ’’How can I do it?’’. It might just lead you to some great answers and a brighter future. Many people hold themselves back by thinking that certain chances or dreams aren't made for them. They believe that success is only for other people, never themselves.

But if you change your thinking to ’’I can have this,’’ it means you believe you're worthy, and you can go after what you want. When you think ’’I can have this,’’ you're actually saying: ’’I deserve it, and it's possible for me.’’ It's like unlocking a door to your dreams, and you can see that you're not limited by who you are or where you come from. You have the right to chase your dreams and seize opportunities. It's all about understanding that success isn't only for some of us. Instead, it's something that can be a part of your life too.

When you believe in yourself and your worth, you can go after your goals with confidence. You start seeing that you can have the same chances and experiences as anyone else, and you're just not held back by doubts about whether you're good enough or deserving enough. Procrastination usually happens because you think it's too late to begin something or to make some kind of change. But the truth is, you can start fresh at any moment.

When you switch your thinking from ’’It's too late’’ to ’’Now is the moment,’’ you give yourself the power to take action. Time is precious, and you can always start working on your goals. So when you say ’’It's too late,’’ it feels like you've missed your chance. It can make you put things off and not do what you need to do. But when you say ’’Now is the moment,’’ it's like a signal to yourself that you're ready to get going.

Time keeps moving either way, and there's always a chance to do something different or new. Don't let the past hold you back. Instead, see every moment as a chance to take one more step toward your goal. Whether it's morning, noon, or night, it's never too late to start working on what matters to you. Feeling unsure about yourself can stop you from growing. When you keep thinking about what you don't know or what you can't do, it can hold you back a lot.

But there is a way to change this. Instead of focusing on what you don't have, start thinking of if there is a way that you can learn this. When you switch your thinking like this, you're actually saying, ’’I want to get better, and I'm ready to find out how.’’ It's about looking for ways to get the skills and knowledge you need. You can do this by finding resources, by talking to experts, and searching for opportunities to learn more.

So instead of letting self-doubt make you feel stuck, you turn into someone who is eager to learn and improve, and that's really just a positive thing. Next time you doubt yourself, try thinking where can you learn the thing that you don't know yet? You'll be amazed by how it changes your attitude and how much it helps you to grow. It's like turning your self-doubt into a superpower for self-improvement.

When things don't go as planned, it's natural to think whatever you're trying to do just won't work. But there's a better way to look at this. Instead of saying: ’’This doesn't work,’’ try thinking that you can learn to make this work. This change in thinking is called a growth mindset. It means that you see challenges as opportunities to become better. So when something doesn't go how you wanted it, it's not a dead end. No, it's a path to learning and becoming better.

When you say ’’This doesn't work,’’ it can make you feel stuck and want to give up. But when you say I can learn to make it work, well, you're becoming more flexible and stronger. You keep trying, learning from your mistakes, and finding new ways to reach your goals. So instead of giving up, tell yourself I can learn to make this work. It's like turning setbacks into a path to success.

With a growth mindset, you become better at handling challenges and achieving your goals. You know, sometimes things get tough or take a lot of time and we tend to quit. But it's crucial to figure out if we're quitting because something is genuinely not important, or if it's just because we find it hard. To do that, change your thinking from ’’Is this not worth it?’’ to ’’Is this too hard or is it truly unimportant?’’.

This shift in mindset helps you to make better choices about what to focus your energy on. When you say ’’This isn't worth it,’’ it can lead to you giving up on things that might actually be essential or valuable. But when you ask ’’Is it too hard or truly unimportant?’’ well, that alone is you being more thoughtful. When you want to give up on something, you need to take a moment to think about it.

Ask yourself if this is really not important or if this is an emotional reaction because you're challenged. It's like sorting out your priorities and making sure you're not missing out on something valuable just because it's difficult. This way you can make better decisions about where to invest your time and effort. Feeling unsure about yourself and having low self-esteem can make it hard to move forward. But you can change that.

Instead of saying ’’I'm not good enough,’’ try saying ’’I can become better.’’ This shift in thinking is like a key that unlocks the door to your potential. It's about understanding that you can keep growing and becoming better. Personal growth is a journey that doesn't stop, and you have the power to improve your skills and abilities as you go along the way. So when you say ’’I'm not good enough,’’ it can absolutely make you feel like you're stuck.

But when you say ’’I can become better,’’ it's like a green light that says, ’’Hey, go for it’’! It encourages you to keep learning and growing. So when you doubt yourself or feel like you're not good enough, remember this new way of thinking. Know that you have the capacity to become better and better at anything with each day that passes. It's like placing yourself on a path of constant improvement, and that is a powerful and positive mindset to have.

Life is full of challenges, right? And how you look at them will change everything. Instead of thinking of them as problems that stop you and keep you from living a better life, look at them as things to conquer instead. When you change your mindset like this, you become stronger and more ready to face difficulties. When you think of obstacles as roadblocks, it feels like you can't get past them.

But when you see them as challenges, well, it's like saying: ’’I'm ready to figure this out.’’ You approach them with determination and a problem-solving attitude. If you run into something tough, try to change your thinking like this. Don't see it as a roadblock. See it as a challenge you are ready to take on. This mindset shift will give you the power to tackle difficulties head-on and find solutions. It's like turning obstacles into opportunities, and that's exactly what we like to see.

The word ’’impossible’’ can be a heavy weight, crushing motivation and stifling progress. However, there's a way to lift that burden. Instead of sticking to the idea of ’’This is impossible,’’ shift your perspective to ’’What if?’’ This simple change in mindset is like a key that unlocks a treasure full of creativity and innovation. It encourages you to explore alternative routes and possibilities. ’’What if’’ becomes your mantra, helping you to find solutions to various challenges.

When you label something as impossible, it can paralyze you, making you believe that there is no way forward. But by asking ’’What if?’’ you may have fresh ideas and innovative approaches. It's like finding hidden doors in the walls of your mind, leading to new and unexpected solutions. Who knows? Maybe the door to the most innovative and amazing thoughts is there right in the back of that closet. You never know.

Aiming for perfection can be really hard, actually. You know, it's pretty toxic. It often leads to frustration and even procrastination because nothing will ever be perfect. But you can change this for yourself. Instead of focusing your mind on perfection, shift your mindset and make it focus on simple achievements. This change in thinking is like flipping a switch from ’’I must be perfect’’ to ’’I'm making progress.’’

It encourages you to concentrate on moving forward and celebrating your small successes along the way. This shift in perspective promotes a more sustainable and satisfying approach to your goals. When you look for perfection, it's easy to get stuck because you're always aiming for an ideal situation that may not even exist. But when you focus on simple achievements, you're more likely to take action and make progress. Every little step forward becomes a reason to celebrate, motivating you to keep going.

If you find yourself obsessing over perfection, remind yourself to think about the simple achievements. It's like giving yourself permission to be human, to make mistakes, and to grow from them. This mindset shift will help you to stay on track and find more joy while working to achieve your goals. Taking responsibility for your actions and choices is a vital part of growing as an individual. Instead of avoiding blame with ’’It's not my fault,’’ change your mindset to ’’I admit my mistake.’’

Admitting your slip-ups enables you to gain valuable lessons and improve as a person. When you ignore and avoid responsibility by saying ’’It's not my fault,’’ you miss out on the chance to learn and improve. It can also affect relationships and personal development. However, when you admit your errors and prove that you're mature and committed to self-improvement, well, that's an entirely different story. Acknowledging your mistakes doesn't mean you're admitting to being flawed.

It means you acknowledge your humanity and your capacity for growth. It's a brave act that can lead to better decision-making and much more positive outcomes in the future. Having a passive mindset can often leave you feeling like life is happening to you and you have little control over it. But there's a powerful shift you can make. Move from thinking ’’Things happen to me’’ to ’’I make things happen.’’

This shift in perspective is a realization of your control over many aspects of your life. It empowers you to take charge and actively shape your own destiny. When you believe things just happen to you, it can lead to feelings of helplessness and frustration. It's like being tossed around by the currents of life. However, when you adopt a mindset of ’’I make things happen,’’ it's like you're grabbing hold of the steering wheel of your life.

You become the captain, steering toward the goals and dreams. This change doesn't mean you can control everything now. It just means you have the power to influence your circumstances and your responses. It encourages you to be proactive, make decisions, and take meaningful actions to create the life you want. Rather than feeling entitled or expecting things to be handed to you, consider shifting your mindset to one of gratitude.

Replace the thought of ’’This was made for me’’ with ’’I'm so grateful for this.’’ Cultivating a sense of gratitude not only enriches your perspective on life but also fuels your motivation to seize the opportunities that come your way. When you believe that everything should cater to you, it can lead to a sense of entitlement and an unappreciative attitude. However, when you adopt a mindset of gratitude, you start to see the value in what you have and the efforts of others.

It's like switching on a positive lens through which you view the rest of your life. Gratitude is a powerful motivator too. When you're thankful for what you have, it inspires you to make the most of those opportunities to work harder and to give back. It's a mindset that not only benefits you but also everyone around you. Experiencing setbacks, you know, it's an inevitable aspect of any journey and rather than focusing on them as failures, consider changing your mindset to view them as opportunities to learn more.

Every setback offers valuable lessons and insights that can contribute to your growth and wisdom. When you think of setbacks as failures, it can discourage you from going on with your journey. However, when you embrace them as opportunities to learn, while setbacks become stepping stones for improvement, each setback teaches you something valuable, whether it's about yourself, your approach, or your situation. And these lessons can equip you with the knowledge and resilience needed to face future challenges with greater confidence and skill.

While interacting with others, it's crucial to stay open to feedback and different viewpoints. Instead of responding defensively with ’’You don't know me,’’ try moving your mindset to one of receptivity with ’’I consider your opinion.’’ This change in perspective can improve communication and help for better collaboration with those around you. When you react defensively by saying ’’You don't know me,’’ it can create boundaries in your relationships.

Boundaries you don't need or want. It can make others feel like their input isn't valued or heard. However, when you respond with ’’I consider your opinion,’’ you show that you're willing to listen and engage in constructive dialogue. This change promotes healthy communication and allows for the exchange of ideas and perspectives. It encourages an environment where people feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, leading to better understanding and collaboration.

And that, Aluxer, just about does it for today's video. Your mindset is an amazing force that can and does guide you through life. By embracing simple mindset shifts, you have the potential to revolutionize how you face challenges, benefit from opportunities, and work for personal growth. Thanks for spending some time with us today, Aluxer! We're sure you'll be able to easily shift your mindsets and live a better life from here on out. If you like today's video, please give us a like and don't forget to subscribe. We'll see you back here tomorrow, my friend. Take care!

More Articles

View All
Elephant Cleverly Steals Sugar Cane off a Truck in Thailand | Secrets of the Elephants
Thailand Highway 3259 is a sugarcane transport road. Thousands of farmers use it to get their crops to the refinery. But this highway has a toll collector. Locals call him the Don. And this is his territory. He’s a master dealmaker, calculating risk vers…
Watermelon vs Potato in Slow Motion - Smarter Every Day 155
Hey, it’s me, Destin. Welcome back to Smarter Every Day. I have built a potato gun out of clear pipe, which is amazing because you can see what’s going on on the inside of the potato gun. Today’s experiment is going to be pretty fun. Please excuse my scra…
Adding tenths to hundredths
So what we’re going to try to do in this video is add 7 tenths to 13 hundredths. Pause this video and see if you can figure what that is. All right, so this might be a little bit intimidating at first because we’re adding tenths here, seven tenths, and w…
What are common scams I should be aware of?
So Grace, you know, and I’m asking both to protect all of us but also I have a strange fascination of exotic scams. What, what are the types of scams that you’ve seen? How, how elaborate have these things become? Yeah, so unfortunately the attackers are …
LearnStorm Growth Mindset: Khan Academy's science content creator on learning strategies
I’m Yuki, and I work as the science content manager. I work on the videos, exercises, and articles in our sciences—so biology, chemistry, and physics. “Failure is growth,” I think, is a motto I’ve seen upstairs. But yeah, for me, growth mindset is really …
How to light a match inside a balloon - Smarter Every Day 36 LASER MONTH
So what we’re gonna do for this experiment is we are going to take a balloon, a real big clear balloon, and we’ve got a match, and we roll the string up on the match. We’re gonna start blowing the balloon up just a little bit, and we’re gonna make it wher…