Definition: Passion is the inner fire that drives us to our goals and aspirations.

Challenges: Passion often remains untapped due to various reasons such as fear of failure, societal pressures, comfort zones, and more.

Three-Step Method to Unleash Passion

Step One: Recognize and Acknowledge: Identify what's holding your passion backReconnect with the reasons driving your passion.

Challenge and Reframe: Confront fears and understand that they are often magnified in our minds. Prioritize progress over perfection and set realistic expectations. Gain fresh perspectives through discussions with trusted individuals.

Act and Reinforce: Break your journey into small, actionable steps. Build a network of supportive individuals. Celebrate every achievement to reinforce passion.

Closing Thoughts

Unleashing passion is continuous. The ignited passion can lead to realizing dreams. The power lies within each individual to keep this flame alive.

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Several years ago, I read a book by Joel Osteen that changed my life. "The Power of I Am" talks about the significance of the words "I am". He says those two words are more than just a self-affirmation but also a declaration of our inherent worth and potential. As a Presentation and Growth Mindset Coach, I believe there is power in making "I Am Declarations. They can shape our beliefs, behaviours, and reality. The words we say after "I am..." determine how we see ourselves and show up in the world. Whether used positively (e.g., "I am capable") or negatively (e.g., "I am unworthy"), these declarations can profoundly impact our self-image and self-worth. By consciously choosing empowering declarations, we can steer our lives in a direction that aligns with our goals and desires. So, today, I challenge you to declare your significance with a few well-constructed I Am Declarations.

In today's episode, we delve deep into the nuances of the "growth mindset", a concept pioneered by Stanford University psychologist Dr. Carol Dweck.

Those who embrace a growth mindset firmly believe that intelligence and skills can evolve with effort and determination. They view challenges as learning opportunities and failures as mere hurdles to be overcome, not the end of the journey. An emblematic example of this mindset is Thomas Edison, who, after numerous unsuccessful attempts to invent the light bulb, proclaimed that he had merely discovered multiple ways that didn’t work.

Contrastingly, individuals with a "fixed mindset" view their abilities as unchangeable. For them, failure is a reflection of inherent limitations rather than a result of insufficient effort or approach. Picture two students: one perceives a poor test score as proof of their inadequacy, while the other sees it as motivation to work harder – the former represents a fixed mindset and the latter a growth one.

But another crucial ingredient in the recipe for a winning mindset is "grit." Coined by Dr. Angela Duckworth, grit is defined as a blend of passion and relentless persistence. A shining illustration of grit is J.K. Rowling, who endured countless rejections and personal hardships before the "Harry Potter" series' global acclaim but never wavered in her pursuit.

Fortunately, both the growth mindset and grit aren't innate; they can be cultivated. A simple yet powerful linguistic shift to integrate is the inclusion of the word "yet", a term that reorients our perspective from current constraints to future potentials.

In conclusion, self-awareness is key. Evaluate whether you lean towards a growth or fixed mindset and introspect on your grit quotient. 

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