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The Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset Debate (The Power of Perspective)
A supporting mindset or a limiting one?
This is the only useful selection criterion.
Just as for a solution, you ask:
Does it work or not?
In psychology and personal development, there is talk of a scarcity mindset versus an abundance mindset. It’s a frequently addressed subject. The answer is influenced by the words and expressions used: When I say “scarcity mindset versus abundance mindset,” I evoke a certain response.
This distinction captures the essence of two fundamental ways of viewing the world and its resources.
A scarcity mindset is characterized by the belief that resources like money, time, and attention are limited and finite.
Those who adopt this mindset tend to hold onto their resources tightly, fearing that if they share them, they will suffer personal shortages.
This viewpoint often generates feelings of anxiety, promotes competitiveness, and induces reluctance to…
