
Reframing Mindset During Difficult Times
10/03/22 • 38 min
Our mindset is a powerful tool, allowing us to find solutions when things get tough. Retired CEO, Johnny Sirpilla, shares how you can reframe your mindset during difficult times in your life and at work.
Reframing Mindset
When things get tough, our mindset is a powerful tool that can help us find solutions. Retired CEO Johnny Sirpilla shares how you can reframe your mindset during difficult times in your life and at work.
He suggests that instead of thinking "I have to," we reframe it to "I get to." For example, "I get to go to the gym" or "I get to do this challenging project at work." This small shift in perspective can make a big difference in how we approach difficult tasks.
When we think "I have to," it puts us in a negative frame of mind and makes us feel like we're being forced to do something. On the other hand, "I get to" implies that we're choosing to do something, even if it's challenging. This positive framing can help us approach difficult tasks with a sense of enthusiasm and possibility.
So next time you're faced with a difficult task, try reframing your mindset from "I have to" to "I get to." This small shift can make a big difference in how you approach the task at hand.
Your Character Carries Over from Work-to-Home
...and home-to-work, if we don't take the time to draw a line between the two. It's important to find a healthy balance that works for you.
One way to do this is to set aside some time each day to transition from work mode to home mode. For example, you might take a few minutes to put away your work materials, take a break from electronics, or do something relaxing before you start your evening routine.
This transition time can help you leave work worries behind and focus on spending quality time with your family and loved ones. It can also help you recharge for the next day so you can show up at work refreshed and ready to tackle whatever comes your way.
If you're finding it difficult to balance work and home life, try setting aside some time each day to transition from one to the other. This small change can make a big difference in your ability to find a healthy balance.
I don't believe that we can genuinely switch gears and be awful people at work, somebody who verbally and emotionally beats people up, then returns to their home where they're nurturing or welcoming to kids and spouse alike--these are all part of one fabric: our character!
In This Episode
- (0:00) We have the same heart and the same character in our work place that we bring into our home place.
- (2:27) What it’s like to get into a rut after being at the peak of your life.
- (14:29) What are some practical guidelines to help you stay on the same page as a couple?
- (19:31) The importance of work-life balance.
- (31:23) You’re treating a
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Our mindset is a powerful tool, allowing us to find solutions when things get tough. Retired CEO, Johnny Sirpilla, shares how you can reframe your mindset during difficult times in your life and at work.
Reframing Mindset
When things get tough, our mindset is a powerful tool that can help us find solutions. Retired CEO Johnny Sirpilla shares how you can reframe your mindset during difficult times in your life and at work.
He suggests that instead of thinking "I have to," we reframe it to "I get to." For example, "I get to go to the gym" or "I get to do this challenging project at work." This small shift in perspective can make a big difference in how we approach difficult tasks.
When we think "I have to," it puts us in a negative frame of mind and makes us feel like we're being forced to do something. On the other hand, "I get to" implies that we're choosing to do something, even if it's challenging. This positive framing can help us approach difficult tasks with a sense of enthusiasm and possibility.
So next time you're faced with a difficult task, try reframing your mindset from "I have to" to "I get to." This small shift can make a big difference in how you approach the task at hand.
Your Character Carries Over from Work-to-Home
...and home-to-work, if we don't take the time to draw a line between the two. It's important to find a healthy balance that works for you.
One way to do this is to set aside some time each day to transition from work mode to home mode. For example, you might take a few minutes to put away your work materials, take a break from electronics, or do something relaxing before you start your evening routine.
This transition time can help you leave work worries behind and focus on spending quality time with your family and loved ones. It can also help you recharge for the next day so you can show up at work refreshed and ready to tackle whatever comes your way.
If you're finding it difficult to balance work and home life, try setting aside some time each day to transition from one to the other. This small change can make a big difference in your ability to find a healthy balance.
I don't believe that we can genuinely switch gears and be awful people at work, somebody who verbally and emotionally beats people up, then returns to their home where they're nurturing or welcoming to kids and spouse alike--these are all part of one fabric: our character!
In This Episode
- (0:00) We have the same heart and the same character in our work place that we bring into our home place.
- (2:27) What it’s like to get into a rut after being at the peak of your life.
- (14:29) What are some practical guidelines to help you stay on the same page as a couple?
- (19:31) The importance of work-life balance.
- (31:23) You’re treating a
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And we have the same heart and the same mind, and the same character and the same integrity that we bring into the workplace that we bring into our home place. And I don't believe that we can genuinely switch gears and be a awful person at work. Somebody that beats people up at work. You know, it's tough on employees yelling, screaming harsh, and then cross the threshold at home and walk in and be kind, loving, nurturing, welcoming to our c
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