#53: Zoom Out: The Power of Putting Things in Perspective with Dr. Eric Bean

This solo episode explores how the way we see things (our perspective) affects everything from our daily interactions to big decisions and relationships. We'll look at how optimists and pessimists view the world differently, the difficulty of seeing things from another's point of view, and how we learn to understand the world around us. 

Today we go beyond just positive thinking. We'll discuss the idea of focusing on growth instead of just avoiding mistakes, and how finding meaning beyond ourselves can make a big difference.  

Join us to learn how these strategies can help empower you to overcome challenges and approach life with a fresh outlook. 

Key Takeaways: 

1. Perspective influences our daily interactions, decision-making, and relationships. 
2. The significance of the ability to see things from different angles.
3. Insights from the social learning theory.
4. The importance of gap vs. gain thinking.
5. Finding purpose beyond oneself.
6. Perspective beyond short term results

 Highlights:  

• [01:50] The power of perspective
• [02:52] How perspective influences our daily interactions, decision-making, and relationships
• [03:20] Optimistic vs. pessimistic viewpoints
• [06:53] The lack of ability to see things from a different angle
• [07:33] The social learning theory
• [13:38] The gap vs. the gain thinking
• [18:22] Purpose beyond ourselves
• [20:57] Pursue mastery, not results
• [22:00] Failures and success are just an illusion

Resources: 

• The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan
• Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy