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#69: Overthinking, Adaptability, and the Fast-and-Right Mindset

#69: Overthinking, Adaptability, and the Fast-and-Right Mindset

Update: 2025-06-11
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In this episode, Drs. Derek and Laura Cabrera of Cornell University unpack how systems thinking helps you handle life’s toughest changes—before they happen. They share a 4-step process for adapting in real time: build mental fitness, love reality, test your mental model, and adapt fast.

You’ll learn why we mistake stress and emotion for “overthinking,” how System 3 thinking gets it fast and right, and why practice—not panic—is what makes you truly ready. Whether you’re navigating a layoff, a life shift, or just everyday chaos, this episode shows you how to stay clear, grounded, and mentally sharp.

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#69: Overthinking, Adaptability, and the Fast-and-Right Mindset

#69: Overthinking, Adaptability, and the Fast-and-Right Mindset

Drs. Derek and Laura Cabrera