Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3040: Stephen Guise of MiniHabits.com discusses the importance of flexible thinking in his book "Elastic Habits," highlighting its role as a key driver of behavior change and happiness. He contrasts rigid thinking, which leads to negative thought patterns and emotional traps, with flexible thinking, which allows for adaptability and positive behavioral shifts. Guise emphasizes that mental flexibility is essential for emotional health, enabling individuals to break free from harmful cycles and pivot towards more productive and beneficial thoughts and actions. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://minihabits.com/is-flexible-thinking-the-key-to-a-happy-life/ Quotes to ponder: "Flexibility activates power." "Mental flexibility, or flexibility of thought is the ability to think laterally." "Mental flexibility allows us to escape these harmful thought patterns." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices