by Charles Barnard The parts of the human spirit we discuss here at Growth Mindset Training Academy begins with the components that go into building the mindset of a champion arch. Those parts of the human spirit are a foundation of love, piers of faith and faithfulness, voussoirs of family and friends as well asContinue reading “Parts of the Human Spirit”
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Resiliency and Mindset
by Charles Barnard The following article was adapted from an article written by Louise Bevan that first appeared in the Epoch Times on October 24, 2021. It was then updated on November 1, 2021. “He was only wearing dirty trousers that he could not hold up. He was in so much pain, could hardly walk,Continue reading “Resiliency and Mindset”
Your Mindset and Wisdom
by Charles Barnard “To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom.” I have seen this quote attributed to both Socrates and Aristotle, but it doesn’t really matter which of those great thinkers said it, the statement bears analyzing. Wisdom is certainly something we should all consider acquiring in abundance. To be considered wise is unquestionablyContinue reading “Your Mindset and Wisdom”
The Greatest Gift You Can Give Your Child
By Charles Barnard Dreaming of being an actor, the young Richard Mansfield was vociferously obstructed in this pursuit by none other than his mother, who was a Russian born operatic singer. His dad was a well-established wine merchant. For whatever reason, his mother was determined to see Richard enter the mercantile profession. He was determinedContinue reading “The Greatest Gift You Can Give Your Child”
Principles
by Charles Barnard In an interview I did with Andrew Towle, General Partner of Nextel Gen Nutritional Investment Partners, and posted on my private Facebook Group page, Andrew talked about raising his children not with rules but with principles. Principles are extremely important in a mindset that leads to accomplishment, fulfillment, and joy. Much ofContinue reading “Principles”
Growth Mindset: A Mindset of Learning
By Charles Barnard Mastering your growth mindset is about mastering yourself. If you master the former you will be a master of yourself. For those of you who have been following all these articles, or those who have looked at the Growth Mindset Training Academy website, you are well aware that we at Success InstitutesContinue reading “Growth Mindset: A Mindset of Learning”
Emotional Intelligence and Your Mindset
By Charles Barnard Human emotions are what can make human relationships indescribably beautiful and empowering or despicably hideous and destructive. The pent up anger that spews out in destructive ways or the ability to see sunshine on a cloudy day will drive our actions and influence our relationships. Our ability to manage our emotions isContinue reading “Emotional Intelligence and Your Mindset”
Love Perseveres
By Charles Barnard The last of the character traits I will write about is love perseveres. Love perseveres goes hand in hand with love hopes. When you have hope you will be far more likely to persevere. Faith also is a component of both love and perseverance. A primary belief system of those who exhibitContinue reading “Love Perseveres”
A Parable About Envy
By Charles Barnard There is a parable that comes from many ancient traditions about the proper response to envy, hatred, and verbal attacks. Long, long ago a wise old grandmaster provided his students military training as well as training in life. The grandmaster was sought out by students from all over the kingdom. He wasContinue reading “A Parable About Envy”
The Parable of The Donkey in the Well
By Charles Barnard The Parable of The Donkey in the Well The parable of the donkey in the well is like all parables; its purpose is to teach a life lesson. Parables have been used for teaching valuable lessons for eons. Here is the parable of the Donkey in the Well or The Donkey and the MinerContinue reading “The Parable of The Donkey in the Well”
