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The Social Chameleon Show

The Social Chameleon Show

Written by: Tyson Gaylord
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 At The Social Chameleon Show, we believe transformation is not just possible — it’s a path to becoming legendary. Our mission is to help you Learn, Grow, and Transform so you can break through barriers and become Legendary. What You’ll Get: 🦎Inspiring guest interviews with thought leaders and high performers 🦎Book recommendations for mindset, habits, and self-mastery 🦎Weekly challenges to help you apply what you learn 🦎Proven strategies for personal and professional growth 🌐 Visit TheSocialChameleon.Show for moreTyson Gaylord Self-Help Success
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  • How to Outsmart Your Own Brain (The "Useful Not True" Rule) | Ep 117

    How to Outsmart Your Own Brain (The "Useful Not True" Rule) | Ep 117
    Feb 19 2026
    Truth is a distraction. Learn how to choose beliefs based entirely on the actions they create. In today's episode of The Social Chameleon Show, I bring you a fresh take on old beliefs featuring an in-depth look at Useful Not True by Derek Sivers. This episode is not about obsessing over what is absolutely right or wrong. Instead, we challenge the idea that truth is the most important metric when building your beliefs and making decisions.You will hear why it is more practical to ask if a belief moves you forward rather than asking if it is true. Through real-world examples and strategic reframing, Derek Sivers shows how you can choose beliefs based entirely on their usefulness, not just their accuracy. If you are tired of getting stuck in endless debates or feeling paralyzed by doubt, this conversation will force you to look at your thoughts in a new light.Expect to learn how to reframe past experiences, make peace with old stories, and find perspectives that unlock action. I will give you simple challenges and actionable questions to remind you that being "right" takes a back seat to being effective.If you are ready to shake up your thinking, focus on what helps you grow, and become truly legendary, this episode will get you off the sidelines and into motion.Enjoy the episode!YouTube: youtu.be/iyXXt1DHyDQ Show Notes: TheSocialChameleon.Show/Useful-Not-True Available on: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Overcast • Pocket Casts • Castbox • YouTube Music • Amazon Music • Audible • Substack • Everywhere you can listen***📚 Timestamped Overview00:00 Derek Sivers Introduction02:34 Whats this book about?06:13 "Everyone's View Is Biased"11:48 "Changing Meaning, Crossing Bridges"20:52 "Manners Differ Across Cultures"26:32 Faulty Memory of Shuttle Disaster28:04 "Reckless Mistake, Unexpected Closure"33:58 Action Over Absolute Truth39:44 "Unreliable Certainty of Perception"45:47 Make-Believe Adventures Unfold49:28 Challenging Beliefs and Emotions58:42 "Useful Beliefs Shape Actions"01:03:19 "One Tool or Many?"01:08:03 "Mirror of Empowering Beliefs"01:15:29 The Power of Personal Meaning01:20:15 "Time: The Ultimate Instrument"01:26:40 "Unlock Hidden Potential"01:29:09 "Useful Perspectives and Strategies"01:35:40 From Grief to Celebration01:41:36 "Stop Overloading Your Mind"01:47:32 "Take Action, Adjust Momentum"01:49:51 Embrace Your Alter Ego01:53:41 Reflection, Legendary Weekly Challenge, and Final Thoughts~~~Connect With Us: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn More Podcast Apps: TheSocialChameleon.Show/Podcast-Show#SocialChameleonShow #UsefulNotTrue #DerekSivers #ReframeYourMind #MindsetMatters #PhilosophyForLife #ChooseYourBeliefs #SelfGrowth #LegendaryPath #BeliefsCreateActions #QuestionEverything #PracticalWisdom #RadicalPerspective #PersonalDevelopment #CuriousThinkers Show notes and transcripts powered with the help of Castmagic. https://geni.us/castmagic-scs
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    1 hr and 58 mins
  • How I Tricked Everyone (Even Myself) Into Thinking I Could Read

    How I Tricked Everyone (Even Myself) Into Thinking I Could Read
    Jan 22 2026
    Why Good Grades Don’t Mean You Learned Anything: My Personal Story With Reading Challenges.In this episode, I get candid about a deeply personal struggle: never properly learning to read, despite excelling academically and scoring high on major tests. I open up about how the “whole word” method failed me and millions of others, and share how reading was once a source of embarrassment and frustration. I recount real-life stories; misreading “speedometer,” feeling lost with unfamiliar words, and using “survival skills” like memorizing word shapes or listening extra carefully in class.This episode explores how outdated teaching methods impact learners, practical ways technology helps today, and why anyone struggling with reading shouldn’t feel ashamed. I offer tools, mindsets, and encouragement for both adults and kids who feel stuck, showing how adapting and using resources can unlock knowledge and confidence. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or someone who’s felt “bad at reading,” you’ll find relatable stories and concrete takeaways for growing beyond old limitations. The Social Chameleon Show is here to help you keep learning, growing, and transforming, even when the school system didn’t set you up for it.Enjoy the episode!YouTube: youtu.be/JjVf0XMSbpA Show Notes: TheSocialChameleon.Show/faked-reading Available on: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Overcast • Pocket Casts • Castbox • YouTube Music • Amazon Music • Audible • Substack • Everywhere you can listen📚 Timestamped Overview00:00 "Challenges with Reading New Words"03:16 "Tech Nostalgia: Early 2000s Tools"08:50 "Encyclopedias, Internet, and Learning"12:52 "Breaking Stigma Through Awareness"15:12 "Spell Check and Voice Tools"16:51 "Adapting to Learn Without Reading"22:37 "Competence, Confidence, and Reading Methods"24:26 "Skilled Readers Don't Rely on Context"26:51 "Context and Predictive Decoding"32:19 "Unlocking Knowledge and Potential"35:58 "Upgrading Mindset and Letting Go"37:50 "Research Resources and Podcast Recommendation"40:46 Hiring for Skill GrowthConnect With Us:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn More Podcast Apps: TheSocialChameleon.Show/Podcast-Show#SocialChameleonShow #ReadingJourney #NeverTooLateToLearn #PhonicsVsWholeWord #LiteracyMatters #AdultLearning #BreakingBarriers #EducationTransformation #LearningStruggles #UncommonSkills #OvercomingShame #ReadingStruggles #GrowAndTransform #ReadingSupport #MindsetShift #PersonalGrowth #LearningToolsShow notes and transcripts powered with the help of Castmagic. https://geni.us/castmagic-scs
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    43 mins
  • How to Build Resilience and Clarity with Mind Shifting Techniques | Ep 115

    How to Build Resilience and Clarity with Mind Shifting Techniques | Ep 115
    Oct 30 2025
    Practical Mind Shifting Strategies to Stop Sabotaging Happiness and Success with Mitch WeisburghOn this episode of the Social Chameleon Show, we have our guest Mitch Weisburgh, an educator and expert in the art of MindShifting. Mitch has spent over 40 years helping people and organizations unlock their true potential, from founding one of America’s earliest computer learning centers to driving nonprofit innovation and building communities for lifelong learners.Mitch brings practical strategies from his book, “MindShifting, Stop Your Brain from Sabotaging Your Happiness and Success,” showing how our minds get stuck in survival mode, and what it really takes to get unstuck. In this conversation, you’ll hear real-life examples, honest reflections, and plenty of actionable techniques to break free from limiting habits, handle change, and build the resilience needed in work and life.Whether you’re an educator, leader, parent, or just someone feeling overwhelmed, you'll find relatable stories and simple tools you can start using today. Tyson and Mitch dig deep into how we respond to stress, why groupthink traps us, and how self-awareness and curiosity can lead to more fulfilling decisions. You’ll also learn how top performers reset after mistakes, why “being sure” can be a warning sign, and how AI is changing the way we learn and adapt.This episode isn't just theory, it's down-to-earth advice for anyone ready to reshape their thinking and step forward with confidence.Enjoy the episode!YouTube: https://youtu.be/rCgmjzSEz2I Show Notes: TheSocialChameleon.Show/Mitch-Weisburgh Available on: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Overcast • Pocket Casts • Castbox • YouTube Music • Amazon Music • Audible • Substack • Everywhere you can listen***📚 Timestamped Overview00:00 Introduction of Mitch Weisburgh01:13 Regaining Control, Helping Others06:58 "Brain Evolution and Decision Making"10:38 Positive Self-Talk and Distraction21:02 Group Dynamics and Conformity22:01 Fight-or-Flight Impact on Thinking29:18 Fear of Rejection Hurts Physically33:41 "Conflict and Human Behavior"42:56 Resilience in Complex Situations44:16 "OODA Loop Decision Strategy"50:23 Preparing for the Unexpected56:10 "Understanding Conflict and Collaboration"01:03:00 "Strength-Based Feedback and Influence"01:10:38 Certainty Signals Limbic Thinking01:16:50 "Overcoming 'Can't' Through Mindset"01:17:39 "Limit Mode and Commitment"01:23:44 "Learning Through Problem Solving"01:28:36 "How You Feel Matters Most"01:34:22 AI's Impact on Creators01:43:29 "Overcoming Anxiety Through Mindfulness"01:46:32 Shifting Minds, Ending Arguments01:51:29 "Free Growth and Connection"~~~Connect With Us:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn More Podcast Apps: TheSocialChameleon.Show/Podcast-Show#SocialChameleonShow #MitchWeisburgh #MindShifting #PersonalGrowth #ResilienceBuilding #StopSelfSabotage #UnlockYourPotential #SelfAwareness #GroupThink #EmotionalIntelligence #SenseMaking #LegendaryLife #EducationTransformation #MentalWellness #ConflictResolution #CollaborationSkills #CoachingTools #MotivationalInterviewing #UnlearnAndRelearn #LifelongLearning #ResourcefulMind Show notes and transcripts powered with the help of Castmagic. https://geni.us/castmagic-scs
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    1 hr and 52 mins
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