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#354 | Growth Mindset Shift Tip #12 for Mindfulness and Resilience: Are You Focused on The Rock or The Ripple?
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- Apr 3, 2026
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- 657
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Summary
What if the smallest act of kindness you offer today could create a ripple that changes someone’s life? In a world where so much focus is placed on self-improvement and personal success, it’s easy to feel disconnected or stuck despite all the inner work. This episode explores how true meaning isn’t found in what we build for ourselves—but in how we show up for others and the ripple effect we create. Discover how shifting from “the rock” (achievement) to “the ripple” (impact) can bring deeper fulfillment Learn a simple, powerful mindset shift to improve your mood and sense of purpose instantly Understand how small, everyday acts of kindness can strengthen connection and create meaningful change Press play now to learn how one small ripple of love and kindness can transform not just your day—but someone else’s life too. You can now download my Pause Breathe Reflect App with Microdose EQ for FREE in Apple’s App Store or Google Play. Discover how spend less time on your phone and more time on things that bring you joy. Also, find the support you need to navigate today’s uncertainty with more calm and grace. Receive a FREE copy of my book: “My Last Bad Day Shift.” Join me on Substack https://substack.com/@milkshakeswithmichael for more ways to stay resilient and navigate today’s uncertainty with more grace. We can also connect on LinkedIn . Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am. With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Mindfulness and Resilience through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore mindfulness and resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome PTSD, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-com…