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Jun 27
42m 37s

Do You Think Like a Caveman? Surprising ...

Growth Mindset Psychology
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Where does the scarcity mindset, imposter syndrome, and loss aversion come from? Welcome to a mindset masterclass from history. Learn if the very instincts that kept humanity alive are now keeping you from truly living. For 290,000 years, we survived by playing it safe, following the tribe, and hoarding resources. These weren't character flaws—they were su ... Show More
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