Grow Practical Mindset: Successful Intelligence, #1

By Devi Sunny

Are you prepared to elevate your adaptability, enhance practical problem-solving skills, and refine your judgment with practical intelligence?

Unlock the keys to practical intelligence with 'Grow Practical Mindset,' the inaugural book in the 'Successful Intelligence' series. Delve into the foundational principles of Sternberg's Triarchic Theory, focusing on adaptability and problem-solving skills crucial for success across diverse scenarios.
From practical exercises to insightful strategies, this book equips you with actionable tools to enhance decision-making in your daily life, empowering you to thrive in various environments. Elevate your adaptability and master the art of practical intelligence with this indispensable resource that offers tangible solutions and real-world applications.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Devi Sunny
• Release date: Dec 27, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223890294

Devi Sunny

Devi Sunny, bestselling author and founder of Clear Career, aims to promote inclusion and help individuals discover their unique strengths. Believing in the power of investing in one's personality strength, she mentors individuals in both career development and integrated personality development. Through her Clear Career Inclusive & Fearless Empathy series, Devi highlights the importance of developing empathy as a strength, particularly for individuals with rare personality types, such as intuitive feelers and empaths, who have the potential to become powerful catalysts for inclusion. Get a free copy of Your Personality Strength Report by contacting Devi at [e-mail] or visiting her website at www.clearcareer.in. Join Devi on a journey toward a brighter, more inclusive future.

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About the Book

Every living being has the potential to grow and expand. Life itself provides us with growth opportunities. Some individuals possess admirable dreams and values, yet they often hesitate to step out of their comfort zones. This could be due to their aversion to social interaction, perfectionism, or a tendency to procrastinate. While they may be highly creative and brimming with ideas, they sometimes need to be determined to a greater extent to pursue their goals actively. In not doing so, they unintentionally limit their growth potential by adopting a fixed mindset.

A particular personality type, Intuitive Feelers or Idealists, possesses a unique natural inclination. They tend to focus (solely) on possibilities and are often guided by their feelings, sometimes struggling to maintain objectivity. To thrive in a sensory-driven world and interact effectively with various individuals, these Intuitive Feelers require training and guidance. It's worth noting that Intuitive Feelers represent only 20% of the world population.

By embracing a holistic approach to cognitive skill development, they can work on broadening their perspectives and shedding their fixed mindset. It is vital to nurture their potential and help them lead lives filled with accomplishments, not only for their benefit but also for the positive impact they can have on the world and the people around them. They are often referred to as healers and possess the potential to make a profound difference but they should develop a practical mindset and should be willing to get out of their comfort zone.

This book delves into the strategies for cultivating a practical mindset, allowing individuals to thrive in an ever-changing world, stay relevant, and achieve self-actualization.

Introduction

Take action! An inch of movement will bring you closer to your goals than a mile of intention. Take action; wanting is not enough, and act upon your goals. If somebody was watching your day-to-day behavior, would they be able to see what you're working towards? What are your goals? If the answer is no, fix it!- Steve Maraboli.

In a world where ideas are as plentiful as stars in the night sky, we often grapple with the harsh reality that not every idea will shine as brilliantly as we would like. Why do some brilliant ideas fade into obscurity, lost in the vast expanse of our thoughts? The answer cannot be limited to a straightforward 'yes' or 'no.' It's a tapestry woven with the threads of our intentions, actions, and practicality.

Picture this: intentions are the seeds of our ideas, tiny and fleeting, hidden within the recesses of our minds. They hold incredible promise, but on their own, they remain buried like treasures deep beneath the earth's surface. It's not enough to merely cradle these intentions; they must gather the strength to emerge, to burst forth from the confines of our thoughts, and materialize as actions in the real world.

Intentions, when left unattended, are nothing more than whimsical exercises of the mind – they're like a symphony trapped within the chambers of your soul, aching to be heard by the world. So, what separates the dreamers from the doers? It's a cocktail of bravery, unshakable belief in your idea, unwavering honesty, dedication, passion, and the skills or abilities to persevere in the long run. 

However, here's the bitter pill: not all ideas that see the light of day bask in the warm glow of success. Ideas are like seeds; they need fertile soil to take root. Success blossoms when your idea effortlessly addresses an unmet need, where individuals eagerly seek a solution or service.

So, if you're nurturing a dream or an idea, the litmus test of its practicality lies in the necessity – your need for it and, even more critically, the world's need for it. The key to sustainability lies in your ability to continually fulfill that need. 

But where does one discover the guiding light of practicality? It's a fusion of learning and practice. Some may naturally possess more suitability or usefulness (practicality), but even the most imaginative minds can bridge the gap through unwavering dedication and hard work. 

As you embark on your journey to turn your thoughts into reality, remember this: your intentions act as the spark, but they require the fuel of action, the oxygen of practicality, and the sustenance of learning to keep your ideas alive and blazing.

You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backward.- Steve Jobs.

To achieve practicality, we must concentrate on the right kind of practice. The secret to success lies in rigorous testing. Before you immerse yourself in your ideas, it's crucial to evaluate whether you possess the right mindset for success. This book delves deep into the 5 Ws and 1 H of cultivating a practical mindset.

With thorough preparation, your thinking gains clarity. You'll uncover the methods to transform your ideas into successful actions, devise effective solutions, and pursue ideals that genuinely work. This path leads to a profound sense of fulfillment, where the dots finally connect, revealing the true path to your success. 

In a world of endless ideas and boundless potential, it's the actions we take, the practicality we embrace, and the mindset we cultivate that pave the way to a future defined by our brilliance. 

1. Knowing Practical Mindset

"Effort is one of those things that give meaning to life. Effort means you care about something, that something is important to you, and you are willing to work for it. No matter what your current ability is, effort is what ignites that