Chapter 15 - MIND-SET IS CAUSATIVE

Question 1

What is the relationship between experience and mind-set?

Answer 1

The experience you have is a result of how you see, and how you see is a result of the experience you have.

Question 2

What does the poem ‘An Autobiography in Five Short Chapters’ emphasize?

Answer 2

The importance and difficulty of changing how we observe, explain, create stories, take responsibility for our choices, and ultimately create new lives for ourselves.

Question 3

What are the two factors that shape our responses to events?

Answer 3

• Our interpretation of the event based on beliefs, attitudes, and assumptions
• The feelings generated by those beliefs, attitudes, and assumptions.

Question 4

What is the concept of ‘Ladder of Inference’?

Answer 4

A tool to help clients unpack their experiences.

Question 5

What is mind-set defined as in this chapter?

Answer 5

Habitual patterns of thinking, feeling, and responding.

Question 6

What role do coaches play in relation to clients’ mind-sets?

Answer 6

Assist clients in learning how they habitually see the world.

Question 7

What did Peter Drucker mean when he said, ‘We don’t know who discovered water, but we know it wasn’t fish’?

Answer 7

Our own thinking—our mindset—tends to be invisible to us.

Question 8

True or False: Coaching is described as a possibilities conversation.

Answer 8

True.

Question 9

What was the conclusion of the basketball shooting experiment?

Answer 9

The group that visualized made more free throws than the group that practiced.

Question 10

What is the significance of visualization in sports?

Answer 10

Visualization coupled with skill yields a better result.

Question 11

How does negative visualization affect an athlete?

Answer 11

It can lead to choking or failure due to fear of a negative outcome.

Question 12

What are the two requirements to change a mind-set?

Answer 12

• Recognizing the need for change
• Being able to observe oneself and notice negative focus.

Question 13

What are the main tasks of coaches regarding clients’ mind-sets?

Answer 13

• Surface clients’ mind-sets and name them
• Build in conscious choice
• Have clients act on a new choice of mind-set.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: When a mind-set becomes so familiar that it is habitual, we may mistake it for _______.

Answer 14

[reality]

Question 15

What are core beliefs in the context of mind-set?

Answer 15

Pervasive beliefs that dominate thinking and lead to predictable behaviors.

Question 16

What is the impact of habitual responses on neural pathways?

Answer 16

Habitual responses create strong, myelinated neural pathways, making it easy for thoughts to run in that way.

Question 17

What does Kegan’s levels of consciousness describe?

Answer 17

How consciousness develops and how particular mind-sets dominate at each level.

Question 18

How can coaches support clients like George the chiropractor?

Answer 18

By providing tools for transforming their mind-set and helping them recognize other perspectives.

Question 19

What is the observing self in phenomenology?

Answer 19

The ability to observe what you do as you do it.

Question 20

True or False: Assessments are facts.

Answer 20

False. Assessments are interpretations and opinions.

Question 21

What is the difference between an assessment and an assertion?

Answer 21

• Assessment: a judgment made about the world for action
• Assertion: a statement a person makes for which evidence can be provided.

Question 22

What is the significance of self-care in coaching?

Answer 22

Superb self-care is critical for both clients and coaches.

Question 23

What can emerge first when coaching clients around body, health, and self-care?

Answer 23

Their assessments, which reveal their mindset.

Question 24

What is required for a good assessment?

Answer 24

Grounded in assertions and measurable evidence such as height, weight, size, or events.

Question 25

How do clients' assessments reflect their mindset?

Answer 25

Assessments are windows into their mindset and may be based on early life experiences rather than facts.

Question 26

What cultural factors influence young women's beliefs about body image?

Answer 26

Cultural assessments on weight and appearance often lead young women to believe they are overweight.

Question 27

What should clients do to understand their beliefs about body and health?

Answer 27

List their beliefs and discover the sources of these beliefs.

Question 28

What is Ken Wilber's Four Quadrant model used for?

Answer 28

To identify factors that shape an individual's perspective on situations.

Question 29

Which quadrants are generally more fertile for client observation?

Answer 29

The interior-individual and interior-collective quadrants.

Question 30

What does the interior-individual quadrant focus on?

Answer 30

The ongoing interior dialogue and internal commentary of an individual.

Question 31

How do cultural factors impact an individual's mindset?

Answer 31

They shape the cumulative impact of events on an individual at a specific time in history.

Question 32

What is the Enneagram?

Answer 32

An ancient system examining nine spiritual-psychological frameworks, each with strengths and blocking characteristics.

Question 33

What is the main focus when working with clients on mindset?

Answer 33

Help clients develop the ability to self-observe and recognize rigid beliefs.

Question 34

What is learned optimism?

Answer 34

A concept introduced by Martin Seligman regarding positive thinking patterns.

Question 35

What are the three causes attributed to the increase in depression among teenagers, according to Seligman?

Answer 35

* I/We Balance * Self-esteem Movement * Victimology

Question 36

What does Seligman say about the impact of victimology?

Answer 36

It disempowers people by shifting focus from personal responsibility to blaming others.

Question 37

What are the characteristics of an optimistic explanatory style?

Answer 37

* Temporary rather than permanent * Local rather than pervasive * Attributable to external causes

Question 38

What is the difference in attribution between optimistic and pessimistic individuals during setbacks?

Answer 38

Optimists make external attributions, while pessimists make internal attributions.

Question 39

What is the goal of coaching when dealing with pessimistic clients?

Answer 39

Challenge their explanations and help them develop flexible optimism.

Question 40

What is the ABC framework in rational-emotive behavioral therapy (REBT)?

Answer 40

A: Activating event, B: Beliefs about it, C: Consequences of those beliefs.

Question 41

What is the purpose of disputing beliefs in coaching?

Answer 41

To help clients identify alternatives and contradict rigid beliefs.

Question 42

What are affirmations designed to do?

Answer 42

Increase the likelihood that a positive intention will come to pass.

Question 43

How do affirmations work neurologically?

Answer 43

They create new neurological links, requiring repetition to change long-held beliefs.

Question 44

What does Bill O’Hanlon call his brand of therapy?

Answer 44

Possibility counseling, emphasizing intention over simply positive or negative thinking.

Question 45

What is the importance of actions in the context of affirmations?

Answer 45

Actions must support the desired possibility for outcomes to be more likely.

Question 46

What term does O’Hanlon prefer instead of negative or positive thinking?

Answer 46

Possibility counseling ## Footnote O’Hanlon believes possibility leads to desired outcomes through intention.

Question 47

What is the main purpose of possibility counseling?

Answer 47

To increase the likelihood of desired outcomes based on a client's intention ## Footnote It does not guarantee outcomes but aligns actions with desires.

Question 48

What is suggested if new mind-sets are not taking root in clients?

Answer 48

Follow Jeanie Marshall’s process in 'Five Types of Affirmations for Empowerment' ## Footnote This involves selecting appropriate affirmations to enhance effectiveness.

Question 49

What are the five types of affirmations for personal development?

Answer 49

* Releasing/Cleansing Affirmations * Receiving/Accepting Affirmations * Being/Intending Affirmations * Acting/Claiming Affirmations * Integrating/Embodying Affirmations ## Footnote Each category serves a unique purpose in personal growth.

Question 50

What is the purpose of releasing/cleansing affirmations?

Answer 50

To let go of unwanted and unneeded thoughts and emotions ## Footnote They help purify the individual’s system.

Question 51

Provide an example of a releasing/cleansing affirmation.

Answer 51

I release resistance ## Footnote This affirmation helps in letting go of negative patterns.

Question 52

What do receiving/accepting affirmations allow us to do?

Answer 52

They allow us to receive goodness from the universe ## Footnote These affirmations help in shifting focus from taking to accepting.

Question 53

What is the goal of being/intending affirmations?

Answer 53

To ground your purpose and enhance awareness of your intentions ## Footnote They deepen understanding of one’s reason for being.

Question 54

What is the purpose of acting/claiming affirmations?

Answer 54

To bring intentions into manifestation and claim personal power ## Footnote They help establish boundaries in relationships.

Question 55

What is the goal of integrating/embodying affirmations?

Answer 55

To merge the meaning of affirmations with one’s consciousness ## Footnote They support deeper understanding rather than introducing new information.

Question 56

How do affirmations function in daily life?

Answer 56

Affirmations are part of a lifestyle and are already working for or against you ## Footnote You can choose empowering affirmations to live by.

Question 57

What role do moods and emotions play in affirmations?

Answer 57

They are critical for observing and shifting mind-set ## Footnote Affirmations work on a cognitive level but are influenced by body and emotions.

Question 58

What does a judging mind typically see?

Answer 58

The world in either/or terms ## Footnote This mindset is reactive and often leads to negative judgments.

Question 59

What are some questions a judging mind might ask?

Answer 59

* What’s wrong with this person? * How can I win? * Who is to blame? * What do I need to do to stay in control? ## Footnote These questions indicate a focus on negativity and control.

Question 60

What mindset do clients experience joy and fulfillment with?

Answer 60

A beginner’s mind ## Footnote This mindset appreciates the present and allows for flexibility.

Question 61

What exercise can help examine the judging mind?

Answer 61

Set a digital watch to record thoughts on the hour ## Footnote This helps identify habitual thinking patterns.

Question 62

What is a technique for practicing beginner's mind?

Answer 62

Use a digital watch to record experiences every hour ## Footnote This encourages fresh perspectives and learning.

Question 63

What is the purpose of the 8-4-8 breathing technique?

Answer 63

To create a rhythm of inhale and exhale that induces relaxation ## Footnote It helps clients focus on the present moment.

Question 64

What fundamental question can identify a client’s mindset?

Answer 64

Is it based on fear or trust? ## Footnote This helps track beliefs and their impact on behavior.

Question 65

What can clients use to vocalize fears?

Answer 65

A four-celled belief matrix ## Footnote This helps analyze fears related to self and others.

Question 66

What does fear often cause in terms of physical reactions?

Answer 66

It causes muscles to contract and creates chronic tension ## Footnote This limits energy that could be used for growth.

Question 67

What happens when clients acknowledge the power of fear?

Answer 67

They release tension and open up to trust ## Footnote This shift allows for personal growth and empowerment.

Question 68

What should you examine regarding the energy of your relationships?

Answer 68

Identify people who energize you, calm you, or de-energize you and reflect on the stories you tell about them. ## Footnote This exercise helps in understanding the dynamics of personal relationships and their impact on your energy levels.

Question 69

How can you evaluate your ability to connect with others?

Answer 69

Rate your key work and family relationships on a scale from 1 to 10, where 1 = distant, 5 = optimal, and 10 = merged. ## Footnote This helps in assessing closeness and vulnerability in relationships.

Question 70

What is a method to identify root fears when feeling blocked by fear?

Answer 70

Ask yourself what other fears are fueling the primary fear, such as fear of pain, loss, abandonment, lack of value, being judged, or meaninglessness. ## Footnote Root fears can lead to feelings of anxiety and unsettledness.

Question 71

How can fear-triggering situations be viewed positively?

Answer 71

As opportunities for love and connection with others. ## Footnote Love is considered to drive out fear and promote relationship building.

Question 72

What perspective should you adopt towards every person and situation?

Answer 72

View them as a teacher and ask, 'What can I learn here?' ## Footnote This mindset encourages personal growth and learning.

Question 73

What practice can cultivate gratitude?

Answer 73

List 10 things each day for which you are grateful, ensuring to include new items each day. ## Footnote Practicing gratitude can connect us with joy and relieve pain.

Question 74

What is the relationship between thoughts, beliefs, and experience?

Answer 74

What you think determines what you believe, and what you believe influences your experience and creates your reality. ## Footnote This concept is fundamental in coaching and personal development.

Question 75

Fill in the blank: Situations that trigger fear are opportunities for _______.

Answer 75

[love] ## Footnote This emphasizes the importance of connection in overcoming fear.

Question 76

True or False: Cultivating a sense of appreciation can help in connecting with joy.

Answer 76

True ## Footnote Appreciation and gratitude enhance emotional well-being.

Question 77

What can relieve pain and connect us with joy?

Answer 77

Practicing wonder, reverence, and awe daily. ## Footnote These practices are expressions of love and appreciation.