Insights from ‘The Mountain is You’ by Brianna Wiest Flashcards
What symbolizes the barrier between you and your best self in ‘The Mountain is You’?
A mountain formed by the collision of conscious and unconscious needs.
Fill in the blank: The objective of life, beyond meeting survival needs, is to ____ and ____ internal mountains.
change and conquer
True or False: Limiting beliefs, shaped by past pain, can prevent you from reaching your potential.
True
What is the first step in overcoming self-sabotage according to Wiest’s approach?
Identifying and focusing on the physical tension in your body to trace it back to past pain.
Provide an example of an internal mountain that could hinder someone’s progress.
Trying to change careers but feeling stuck due to past fears or failures.
In the process of releasing past pain, what visualization technique does Wiest recommend?
Imagining sitting next to your past self and offering reassurance during a painful memory.
What is the purpose of consulting your ‘highest potential future self’ in the visualization exercise?
To gain insights and guidance from a version of yourself who has already achieved the change you desire.
Fill in the blank: Microshifts involve making small, incremental changes that make the unfamiliar feel _____.
less intimidating
True or False: Wiest suggests that discomfort during change indicates you are making a mistake.
False
Describe a ‘microshift’ that someone could make if they want to improve their diet.
Changing one part of one meal just one time as a small step toward a new pattern.
What should you do if you catch yourself avoiding change by engaging in distractions like social media?
Make a three-second shift away from that behavior toward the desired change.
How does committing to small, insignificant actions support long-term change?
Microshifts build up gradually, helping you adjust to change without overwhelming yourself.
What advice does Wiest give for handling moments when you are tempted to return to old habits?
Consciously commit to letting your old self die and trust that meaningful relationships will support your growth.
Why is it important to merge with your future self daily?
It builds confidence to pursue change and strengthens your connection to your future self’s mindset.
According to Wiest, what are limiting beliefs, and how do they form?
They are mental weights shaped by past painful experiences that prevent forward movement.
