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Welcome to Mindset Gym!The space for high functioning badasses who want to level up their mental and physical strength without burning themselves out, obsessing over everything or turning their lives into a never ending self- improvement project.Here, we focus on:-…

Podcast · By Emily Irwin · English · CA · Official site

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  1. Episode · Sep 7, 2026

    109: 17 Things I Wish I Knew About Happiness (opens the original)

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    What is happiness, really? Most of us spend our lives chasing happiness, believing it’s waiting for us in the next promotion, relationship, achievement, or milestone. But what if everything we’ve been taught about happiness is backwards? In this episode, I’m sharing 17 things I wish I knew about happiness sooner. From hedonic adaptation and the psychology of self-sabotage to why boredom matters, why success doesn’t guarantee fulfillment, and why the pursuit of happiness can sometimes make you le

  2. Episode · Aug 31, 2026

    108: Why Your Caveman Brain is Ruining Your Life (opens the original)

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    Are you constantly overthinking, procrastinating, people-pleasing, doomscrolling, or sabotaging opportunities that matter to you? What if those behaviors aren’t signs of laziness, weakness, or a lack of discipline? What if your brain is simply stuck in survival mode? In this episode of The Mindset Gym, we explore how the same survival instincts that once kept our ancestors alive may now be driving anxiety, overthinking, self-sabotage, emotional exhaustion, and chronic stress in modern life. You’

  3. Episode · Aug 24, 2026

    107: The Science of Delusional Confidence (& Why it Works so Well) (opens the original)

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    Why do some people succeed despite having no evidence they’ll make it? In this episode, we explore the science behind “delusional confidence” — the psychological phenomenon where people who slightly overestimate themselves often outperform those who see themselves more “accurately.” Not because they’re magically more talented… but because belief changes behavior. We break down: The psychology of self-belief Why confidence can become a self-fulfilling prophecy The placebo effect and how belief ch

  4. Episode · Aug 17, 2026

    106: This is the Most Underrated Social Skill You Could Ever Have (opens the original)

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    What does it actually mean to be open-minded? In this episode, we dive into one of the most underrated social skills in modern life: the ability to genuinely listen to people who think differently than you. From politics and religion to everyday disagreements and personal beliefs, so many people immediately become defensive the moment their worldview is challenged. But what if learning to engage with opposing perspectives is actually one of the most powerful tools for personal growth, emotional

  5. Episode · Aug 10, 2026

    105: The Psychology of Being Hot (opens the original)

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    If you’ve ever felt unattractive, awkward, insecure, or like other people just naturally have “it” while you don’t—this episode is for you. Because being “hot” isn’t just about genetics, perfect features, or looking like an influencer. A huge part of attraction is psychological. In this episode, we’re breaking down the real psychology of being attractive—from confidence, body language, and self-perception to the subtle behaviors, habits, and energy that change the way people experience you. We t

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