10. Stories Also Affect Groups and Society
When the narrative is either/or, curiosity fades. Just as individuals rely on stories to make sense of their experiences, so do groups. From families to nations, shared narratives…
10. Review & Practice
Review major topics and insights gained.
11. Review & Practice
In this module, you’ve explored the structure and influence of internal stories—both personal and societal. You’ve learned: The difference between scripts and stories—and how they operate in your…
2. Understanding Scripts and Stories
When emotions run high, your brain may default to an old script—like shutting down when someone raises their voice. Have you ever reacted to something before realizing what…
2. Understanding the Brain’s Default Modes ​
In Module 1, you learned about the brain’s three-part system: the heuristic, the emotional (limbic), and the analytical (prefrontal cortex). In this topic, we return to the limbic…
2. Why MindShifting?
Learn to accept your natural reactions while cultivating new, constructive habits.
2. Understanding Your Brain’s Default mode
This topic is a review refresher on limbic reactions, in case there are aspects that you want to refresh before diving deeper. Imagine someone tosses a soft ball…
2. Examples of Scripts and Stories in Our Lives
### Topic 1.1: Recognizing Automatic Scripts In this topic, we will review explanations and examples of common everyday scripts. You will reflect on how often you engage with…
2. Review of the Five Sage Powers and the MindShifting Framework
The diagram shows how the MindShifting process helps you move from Saboteur reactivity to Sage clarity, so you can face obstacles with calm, curiosity, and purposeful action. What…
3. The Sage Perspective: Transforming Obstacles into Opportunities
We all encounter setbacks, some seem minor, some seem overwhelming. What determines whether these events control our reactions or whether we take agency in how we respond is…