2 - Flip the Switch What’s Holding You Back? Flashcards
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What is the core idea of Lynne Twist’s quote?
We can choose how to act and interpret circumstances rather than accepting them as fixed.
Lynne Twist emphasizes the importance of questioning established norms.
What is impostor syndrome?
A chronic self-doubt experienced by high-achieving individuals, often leading them to feel unworthy of their success.
It particularly affects young women and women of color.
Which two significant moments helped Joyce Roché overcome her impostor syndrome?
- Realizing her qualifications when advocating for a promotion
- Acknowledging her achievements after hitting the glass ceiling at Avon.
What role did Joyce Roché take on after leaving corporate leadership?
CEO of Girls Inc., a nonprofit focused on empowering girls.
This role aligned with her passion for helping others navigate barriers.
When did the term ‘impostor syndrome’ become part of workplace vocabulary?
In the late 1970s.
True or False: Impostor syndrome only affects women.
False. It affects many people, including men, parents, and college students.
What is meant by ‘flipping the switch’ in the context of personal growth?
Taking small, deliberate actions to overcome self-doubt and realize one’s potential.
According to James Doty, how does internal mentation affect the external world?
It has a profound effect; creating a positive internal world can influence the external reality significantly.
What does the acronym LEB stand for?
Limited Evidence-Based thinking.
What does belief perseverance refer to?
The tendency to stick to beliefs despite evidence that contradicts them.
Fill in the blank: Adam Rippon believes that when you are comfortable with who you are, you gain a _______.
superpower
What did Adam Rippon achieve as an openly gay athlete?
He became the first openly gay athlete to compete in the Olympics in figure skating.
What does the term ‘neuroplasticity’ refer to?
The brain’s ability to grow, change, and reorganize itself for continued learning and growth.
What is a key strategy for managing self-doubt, as practiced by Joyce Roché?
Analyzing strengths and weaknesses to deconstruct negative thinking.
How can one practice self-awareness in thinking processes?
By reflecting on one’s reasoning and thought processes when answering questions.
What impact does social media have on our perception of reality?
It can narrow our perception and shrink our sense of agency and possibility.
What was the significance of Joyce Roché’s experience with her teachers?
They encouraged her to reflect on her thought processes, fostering self-awareness.
What is the relationship between external validation and self-worth?
We often link our self-worth to external validation, which can limit our potential.
What is the importance of questioning conventional thinking?
It allows for a broader range of possibilities and can lead to innovation.
What skill can anyone learn at any age and in any circumstance?
The ability to shift from being stumped and frustrated to being curious about problem-solving
This skill involves examining one’s thinking and finding ways to work around obstacles.
What does the way we think about questions depend on?
How we interpret them
There is often not a single interpretation for many questions.
What defines the work conducted at the lab mentioned in the text?
The approach to thinking about problems, defining them, and designing structures for exploration
This includes anticipating future challenges.
What is the focus of the research discussed in the text?
The process of medical problem solving, rather than a specific disease or technology
The lab aims to apply this process to various problems.
What question drives the discussion in the lab’s problem-solving process?
‘How did you get to that answer?’
This question helps to connect thinking to the core of a problem.
