Summary of Gary van Warmerdam's MindWorks

Everest Media

Description

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book.
Sample Book Insights:
#1 The primary source of a person’s happiness is within them, and is determined by the negative thoughts, opinions, criticisms, self-judgments, and beliefs they hold. Unless a person addresses these factors and develops a healthy belief system, external success will be emotionally empty.
#2 The inner world of the mind greatly affects how we feel. We can’t control the external world, and we may be successful in our field, make lots of money, and receive accolades from peers, but still be unhappy.
#3 Our belief system affects our emotions. If we believe that an event will make us feel a certain way, we will feel that way. But if we believe that an event is only a trigger for our story and emotional experience, we will still feel the event but not necessarily the emotion it causes us to feel.
#4 The emotions we feel are often caused by our own self-criticism and the beliefs we have about being laid off. If we attribute our feelings entirely to external factors, we tend to ignore the beliefs that are at the root of many of our emotions.

Sujets

• Santé et bien-être
• Développement personnel
• développement personnel
• Memory Improvement
• Personal Growth
• Self-help

Informations

• Publié par: Everest Media LLC
• Date de parution: 03 mai 2022
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781669397595
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

Extrait

Insights on Gary van Warmerdam's MindWorks
Contents Insights from Chapter 1 Insights from Chapter 2 Insights from Chapter 3 Insights from Chapter 4 Insights from Chapter 5 Insights from Chapter 6 Insights from Chapter 7 Insights from Chapter 8 Insights from Chapter 9 Insights from Chapter 10 Insights from Chapter 11 Insights from Chapter 12 Insights from Chapter 13 Insights from Chapter 14 Insights from Chapter 15 Insights from Chapter 16 Insights from Chapter 17
Insights from Chapter 1

#1

The primary source of a person’s happiness is within them, and is determined by the negative thoughts, opinions, criticisms, self-judgments, and beliefs they hold. Unless a person addresses these factors and develops a healthy belief system, external success will be emotionally empty.

#2

The inner world of the mind greatly affects how we feel. We can’t control the external world, and we may be successful in our field, make lots of money, and receive accolades from peers, but still be unhappy.

#3

Our belief system affects our emotions. If we believe that an event will make us feel a certain way, we will feel that way. But if we believe that an event is only a trigger for our story and emotional experience, we will still feel the event but not necessarily the emotion it causes us to feel.

#4

The emotions we feel are often caused by our own self-criticism and the beliefs we have about being laid off. If we attribute our feelings entirely to external factors, we tend to ignore the beliefs that are at the root of many of our emotions.

#5

We can become flexible and change our opinions and beliefs at will, even those regarding negative experiences. By changing these beliefs, we can change how we feel about things in the past and in the present.
Insights from Chapter 2

#1

The solution to dealing with anxiety, fear, insecurity, anger, jealousy, depression, and the like is to change our negative thoughts and beliefs. However, this is not always easy. We must learn that underestimating the task of changing a negative thought can lead to unnecessary frustration and be detrimental to our success.

#2

The struggle within Bill’s mind was the new paradigm he was trying to adopt clashed with the existing structure of beliefs, which pushed back with negative thoughts about this different approach.

#3

The same process that conditioned Pavlov’s dogs to respond to the sound of a bell was at work in Bill’s upbringing. He was rewarded with praise and attention when he did what others wanted, and punished when he failed to meet expectations. Over time, his mind developed an image of himself as a failure.

#4

The positive-reinforcement game is what keeps Bill’s emotions in check. If the game is not kept going, Bill might feel bad enough to look inward and see what else is going on. However, occasional small successes might earn him enough approval to keep reinforcing the pattern that accomplishment and other people’s opinions determine his happiness.

#5

Changing beliefs is difficult, and it can be even more difficult to change negative beliefs into positive ones. Some approaches attempt to change these emotions by adopting an opposing thought as a replacement. However, this can lead to larger problems.

#6

Changing your beliefs is not as easy as you think. It takes time and effort to change your mindset, and it may seem awkward at first. But with practice, these practices will become easier and more enjoyable, and you will gain more control over your mind and emotions.
Insights from Chapter 3

#1

Our imagination can create an entire world. If you can see how another person structures their beliefs and considers them reality, then you have better insight into how your own mind works.

#2

The cause of disagreements is how facts get blended with beliefs so that a person can no longer distinguish between reality and their personal beliefs. To understand this, we must first distinguish between facts and beliefs.

#3

Greg’s belief system is based on the assumption that there is a God who is constantly present in people’s lives. He believes that the events of the day are random and unconnected, but he sees them as being caused by God.

#4

Al and Greg’s conflict is a result of their respective belief bubbles. Al believes that God intervened to save him, while Greg believes that Al’s rescue was a random event. Al cannot see that his own beliefs are merely mental constructs, because they seem so real.

#5

We add emotion to our experiences and beliefs, making them seem even more real. We interpret an event based on emotional experience, and this lends validity to our beliefs.

#6

When our belief system’s inner world and the real world of physical reality are not congruent, we will have difficulties emotionally and getting the results we want. When things aren’t working in a person’s life, or they are having a lot of emotional reactions about the world, it is likely because their beliefs about the world are faulty.

#7

When it comes to changing beliefs, it is unlikely that you will be able to change what you are not aware of. It is important to be aware of these dynamics in your mind so that you can avoid these closed-loop traps.

#8

When we try to change another person’s beliefs, we often end up reinforcing their existing belief system. We push away interpretations that would open our mind to other perspectives, ideas, and thoughts.

#9

The new paradigm is a technique that can be used to look at issues from a different perspective. However, it can also be used to reinforce and defend your own closed mind. If you plan to use this book to change someone else’s beliefs, be sure to change your own first.

#10

The imagination is a powerful tool that can be used to create your own worlds of beliefs and then forget about them. You will learn how to understand and change your beliefs in order to change your emotions.
Insights from Chapter 4

#1

Attention is the process of focusing on some aspects of the environment to the exclusion of your entire field of perception. By gaining control over your attention, you can eliminate or change beliefs that are no longer useful or even harmful.

#2

Selective attention is the process of focusing on a specific aspect of your perception. It is essential to function successfully in the world, as it helps you avoid being overwhelmed by all the data your senses can perceive.