The Power of Yet: Unlocking Growth Mindset and Expanding Possibilities

By: Ana Melikian, Ph.D. | Posted in: Podcast Episodes | November 22nd, 2024

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Every time you hear a voice saying “You are not______.”
Add YET: “I am not ______ YET.
-From Dr. Dweck's Mindset work.

In this episode, host Ana Melikian delves into the concept of the “power of yet” and its pivotal role in fostering a growth mindset. Drawing from the renowned work of Dr. Carol Dweck, Ana underscores how our mindsets shape the way we view the world and our behaviors within it.

Ana introduces listeners to the transformative potential of adopting a growth mindset versus staying stuck in a fixed mindset. She shares insights from Dr. Dweck’s TED Talk, “The Power of Believing That You Can Improve,” emphasizing how children and adults alike can unlock their potential by embracing challenges as opportunities to learn and grow.

Listeners will hear powerful examples of how the simple addition of the word “yet” can turn perceived failures into future successes. Dr. Dweck’s research reveals how mindset influences brain activity, highlighting the stark contrasts between those who engage with their mistakes to learn and those who shy away from errors.

Ana also shares practical advice for cultivating a growth mindset in our personal and professional lives, including the impact of adding “yet” to our self-talk. This simple act can open ourselves to the possibilities that come with continuous growth and learning.

Feel the power of “yet” and see the vast opportunities that emerge when you cultivate a growth mindset in your life.

Let's dive in!

This week on the MINDSET ZONE:

00:07 Introduction and Welcome

00:20 Supporting Impact and Preventing Burnout

00:57 Topic Overview

02:57 The Foundation of Fixed and Growth Mindsets

04:00 Dr. Carol Dweck’s Insights on Learning Challenges

06:18 Reflecting on Research Findings

08:46 Practical Strategies from Dr. Dweck

12:18 Cultivating Resilience and Growth

13:18 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Meet Your Host:

Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.