295. The Power of Mindset with Dr. Josh Axe (Part 1)

The Greg McKeown Podcast

Dr. Josh Axe is a certified doctor of natural medicine and a clinical nutritionist. He is passionate about helping people use food, lifestyle, and mindset to heal and prevent illness. Dr. Axe graduated from Johns Hopkins University and earned a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership. He founded a functional medicine center in Nashville, which grew to become one of the most renowned clinics in the world. Dr. Axe is the founder of the website draxe.com, one of the top natural health websites globally. He also hosts a fast-growing show and podcast, "The Dr. Axe Show," where he covers topics related to health, mindset, personal growth, and spiritual growth. Dr. Axe has interviewed notable guests such as Carrie Underwood, Dave Ramsey, and Jamie Kern Lima. He recently authored a book titled "Think This, Not That," which explores mindsets that can lead to breakthroughs in life.

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Greg interviews Josh Axe about the power of mindsets and mind shifts in achieving personal growth and making a significant impact in the world. Josh shares two personal stories of mind shifts that transformed his life—one involving a life-threatening medical condition and another related to his academic abilities. He emphasizes the importance of adopting growth mindsets and seeking inspiration from individuals who have achieved greatness in various fields. The conversation delves into the role of limiting beliefs, the impact of the medical profession's fixed mindset, and the need to challenge societal narratives. Josh also discusses the significance of character development and the pursuit of one's unique gifts and talents to maximize personal growth and make a positive difference in the world.

Key Takeaways:

• Mindsets and mind shifts are crucial for personal growth and making quantum leaps in life.
• Limiting beliefs can hinder individuals from fulfilling their potential and achieving their goals.
• Seeking inspiration from individuals who have achieved greatness can help shape positive mindsets.
• Combining character development with the pursuit of one's unique gifts and talents leads to maximum personal growth and impact.
• Creating space for silence and reflection is essential for hearing one's conscience and calling.

Notable Quotes:

• "If we sit here and believe that we can only get as good as what others tell us, we won't experience breakthroughs or miracles." - Dr. Josh Axe
• "We constantly have people in our lives telling us we're not smart enough, not good enough, not worthy. If we believe it, it can put a cap on our potential." - Dr. Josh Axe
• "The people who do the most in this life are the ones who think most about the next life." - Dr. Josh Axe
• "Busyness and noise can drown out our conscience and calling. Creating space for silence and reflection is crucial." - Dr. Josh Axe

Resources:

• Website: draxe.com
• Book: "Think This, Not That" by Dr. Josh Axe

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