Author: David Pexa

I’m David Pexa, a mindset coach and educator focused on helping people upgrade the way they think, feel, and live. My work sits at the intersection of mind, body, and spirit, blending practical personal development with psychology, fitness, emotional well-being, and long-term lifestyle change.

The whole growth vs fixed mindset discussion boils down to one powerful question: Do you believe your abilities are set in stone, or can they be developed? A fixed mindset assumes your talents are innate—you’ve either got it or you don’t. A growth mindset, on the other hand, is built on the idea that you can cultivate skills through effort and practice. This single belief acts as a filter for everything you experience, shaping how you react to challenges, what you do with feedback, and ultimately, where you end up in life. Defining The Core Concepts The idea of “mindset”…

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Cognitive behavioral therapy techniques aren’t abstract theories—they’re practical, hands-on tools for changing the thinking and behavior patterns that hold you back. At their core, these strategies help you see the direct line connecting your thoughts, feelings, and actions, giving you the power to step in and break cycles that aren’t serving you. The Foundation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Picture your mind as a machine with three interconnected gears: thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. When one gear turns, the others can’t help but move with it. A negative thought like, “I’m definitely going to mess up this presentation,” immediately turns the next…

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