Molly Watts
Molly Watts, Author & Coach
Think Thursday: Reframing the Past with a Gain Mindset
Think Thursday: Reframing the Past with a Gain Mindset
Think Thursday: Reframing the Past with a Gain Mindset
Thursday 14th November 2024
Learn how to reframe your past with a gain mindset on The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast. Discover practical steps for a more positive outlook.
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Episode Overview
- Shift from a 'gap' to a 'gain' perspective to foster momentum and resilience.
- Reinterpret past experiences in a positive light to build psychological momentum.
- Keep a gain journal to track progress and celebrate small wins.
- Revisit and rewrite your narrative to reinforce growth and reframe your life story.
- Use practical steps to apply the gain mindset in everyday life.
Instead of seeing a past experience as something that happened to you, try reframing it as something that happened for you.
In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts dives into the fascinating concept of reframing our past with a gain mindset. Drawing inspiration from Dr. Benjamin Hardy's book 'Personality Isn't Permanent' and Dr. Dan Sullivan's 'The Gap and The Gain', Watts explains how shifting from a 'gap' perspective to a 'gain' perspective can drastically change our outlook on life. The 'gap' focuses on what's missing, leading to dissatisfaction, while the 'gain' celebrates progress, fostering momentum and resilience.
Watts also introduces Dr. Dan McAdams' narrative identity theory, which suggests that our past, present, and future are interconnected and evolving stories that shape who we are. She encourages listeners to reinterpret their past experiences in a positive light, turning setbacks into stepping stones for growth. By doing so, we can build psychological momentum and a sense of accomplishment, which fuels further progress.
Watts shares practical steps to apply this mindset in everyday life, such as keeping a gain journal and revisiting and rewriting our narratives. This episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice for anyone looking to create a more positive and empowering relationship with their past.