Some people meet setbacks with tension; others meet them with perspective. Why? In this episode, David explores the quiet power of mindset—the lens that shapes how you interpret every delay, disappointment, and disruption. Drawing from psychology and his Mind Rules framework, he breaks down three transformational “mindset muscles”: intentionality, curiosity, and flexibility. You’ll learn why old beliefs rush back at lightning speed, how reframing shifts you from judgment to learning, and how small mindset choices reshape connection at home and at work. If you’re tired of reacting on autopilot, this episode shows you how to rethink the lens you’re looking through—and how a single shift can change everything.

Episode Highlights:

→ Your mindset is the lens that determines whether a setback drains you or reframes you.

→ Intentionality, curiosity, and flexibility act as “mindset muscles” that shift you from reacting to responding.

→ Reframing opens the door from judgment to learning—and transforms how you connect under pressure.

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About Dr. David Zierk:

With a substantive background in psychological work with individuals and teams, Dr. Zierk enjoys bringing his experience to the stage and corporate clients by providing them with the tools and language necessary for effective outcomes. Most recently, he’s published a book called Mind Rules: Who’s In Control—You or Your Mind?

Dr. Zierk is a graduate of the University of Denver with a Master of Arts and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. He earned his Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at the University of Colorado. He’s affiliated with the American Psychological Association, American Psychotherapy Association, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, and National Academy of Neuropsychology.

He currently resides in Denver, Colorado, with his wife and has three children. When he’s not on stage or working with a team, David loves to cycle in the mountains with his wife, Carol.

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