A CoreSelf Mindset

Select both the right tool and best mindset for each important situation

“If the only tool you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail.” But what if you had a full toolbox of mindsets—each suited for different situations?

Mindsets shape the energy and attitude we bring to any task. They determine whether we slam the hammer down on the nail or tap it with caution. Choosing the right mindset for a given situation can make all the difference. For instance, approaching a challenge with a rigid, fixed mindset can stifle creativity, while embracing a range of perspectives unlocks new possibilities.

Just as a carpenter carefully selects the right tool, we, too, need to choose the right mindset for each challenge. This is where a CoreSelf Mindset comes in—helping us access the ideal mental approach for any situation.

Activating the CoreSelf Mindset

A CoreSelf Mindset enables us to shift between different mental states depending on the challenge at hand. For example:

• Strengthening an important partnership may require a relational mindset.
• Tackling a departmental reorganization benefits from a possibility mindset.
• Navigating a frustrating market shift is best approached with curiosity and openness.

Developing the flexibility to shift among these mindsets dramatically improves how we solve problems, make decisions, and achieve personal and professional growth.

The Power of the Internal Observer

Each of us possesses a unique Internal Observer—a guiding presence that helps us align our emotions, values, and decisions. This observer doesn’t control our thoughts but offers clarity, helping us recognize the best mindset for any challenge.

Imagine you’re faced with a tough career decision. Your emotions might push you to react impulsively—quitting in frustration or staying stuck in indecision. But your Internal Observer steps in, helping you pause, assess your values, and select the best mindset to move forward. It acts as a steadying force, allowing you to navigate challenges with thoughtful strategy rather than reactive emotion.

The more we activate and trust this Internal Observer, the more confidently we move through life’s uncertainties.

Mapping Your CoreSelf Mindset

A CoreSelf Map helps us activate our Internal Observer by breaking down a situation into key components. When faced with a challenge, ask yourself:

• Who else is involved? → Relational Mindset• Where am I? → Curious Mindset
• Where do I want to be? → Growth Mindset
• How can I best get there? → Values Mindset
• What’s the best next step? → Possibility Mindset

Rather than reacting impulsively, this process creates a structured, thoughtful approach—one that aligns with your values and long-term goals.

An Inside-Out Approach to Growth

Michelangelo once said, “The sculpture is already complete within the marble block before I start my work. It is already there, I just have to chisel away the superfluous material.”

In the same way, our best path forward is already within us—we just need to remove distractions, fears, and unhelpful reactions. A CoreSelf Mindset allows us to quiet external noise, focus on what truly matters, and draw from the deep well of wisdom already inside us.

By slowing down and tuning into this mindset, we gain access to our own internal resources—ready to guide us through life’s most complex decisions.

Key Benefits of a CoreSelf Mindset

• It’s already within you, ready to be activated.
• It doesn’t require learning—just awareness and practice.
• It’s available 24/7 as a reliable resource.
• It helps you select the best mindset for any situation.
• It strengthens over time with use, providing greater clarity and confidence.

Your CoreSelf Mindset is waiting to be unlocked. What might change in your life if you activated it today? Try CoreSelf Positioning Now.