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Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

Sam Webster Harris | Growth Mindset Psychology
Self-Improvement
Stoicism
Growth Mindset
Psychology
Happiness
Creativity
Resilience
Epictetus
Mental Freedom
Dichotomy Of Control
Control
Ego
Motivation
St. Augustine
The Confessions Of St. Augustine
Habit Formation
Meditations
Marcus Aurelius
Virtue
Christian Doctrine

Most self-help advice is guesswork dressed up as wisdom. We dig into psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral science to find what actually changes lives. WHY LISTEN? Over 8 million downloads because we answer the questions that matter: How do I build mental strength? What creates lasting motivation? How can I understand my own mind well enough to work with it, not against it? This podcast is for ... more

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Episode: The Psychology of Podcasting: Lessons in self actualisation, intrinsic motivation and how to enjoy yourself - w/ Paul Davies
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Episode: Tips on Getting Better Today Than Yesterday - w/ Olympic Coach Frank Dick OBE
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Author and founder of The Skin Deep Company, specializes in relationship dialogues.
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Host

Sam Webster Harris
Host and lifelong learner with a passion for psychology and neuroscience, dedicated to uncovering the science behind self-improvement and mental strength. An advocate for evidence-based techniques and frameworks, he aims to challenge oversimplified self-help clichés and encourage listeners to discover their unique journeys to betterment.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Anxiety reduction

    Just descovered this podcast on the first of January 2026. I love it very much and it kinda helped me to reduce stress and anxiety after work. Really enjoy to listen to your podcast. And PS: your voice is very calming 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sneaky4ever🫶
    Switzerland2 months ago
  • Concise and helpful

    Just discovered this! I’ve read so many self improvement books and I feel like this podcasts sums them all up so concisely. It’s an information packed podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    teresa0807
    United States3 months ago
  • Listen and grow

    I have been really enjoying your podcast, the first one I’ve actually listened to btw! Your 20s are very difficult and you’ve helped me reassure and push myself to be a better version of myself. Every week I put on my headphones for an episode or two while I’m doing dishes or sitting outside contemplating life. I recommend this to anybody who comes across this… just listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shawilg
    United States5 months ago
  • Awesome

    I truly enjoy listening to this content. My brain appreciates the fact that they are short and very easy to understand. The way the show ends with asking you to reflect on an idea from the episode is so brilliant and an awesome way to remind the listener about what they just listened to. Awesome!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cookie Donoso
    United States6 months ago
  • One of my faves

    This podcast is great. The host is brilliant and so calming.

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    5
    Suzluv
    United States6 months ago

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Positive feedback often notes the practical advice provided, which helps listeners implement changes in their lives effectively.
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Listeners appreciate the evidence-based approach to self-improvement, finding the content insightful and engaging.
Overall, the show is regarded as a reliable source for those interested in serious mental health and self-improvement discussions.

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Q: What's the difference between dependency and interdependency, and how can people move toward healthier dynamics?
Dependency is built on fear and needing the other to be a certain way to feel safe, while interdependency is rooted in trust, allowing autonomy and mutual support where both partners can rely on each other without losing their identity.
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Q: Could you explain more about regulating yourself and co-regulation?
Co-regulation is the process by which a caregiver helps a child move from a stressed state to calm by providing external regulation; as adults, we can seek reliable relationships to achieve similar regulation and gradually build internal self-regulation.
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Q: What does this cake mean to you?
It represents a connection with his grandmother and the simplicity of love expressed through food.
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Q: Tell me a little bit about being a fussy eater.
Sam described his extreme pickiness as a child, which included being allergic to sugar for a year and having bad experiences at his strict boarding school.
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Q: What advice would you give to new podcasters to keep going past their initial episodes?
Make it easy, enjoy the process, focus on quality, and allow for format changes to avoid burnout.

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