Do You F*cking Mind?
Do You F*cking Mind?
Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa - Neuroscientist and Mindset Coach
The Psychology of Standards: Why You Keep Setting the Bar Too Low(E)
38 minutes Posted Aug 28, 2025 at 2:00 pm.
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Stop playing small. In this episode of Do You F**ing Mind?*, I break down why so many of us keep setting the bar too low; in relationships, in our careers, and in the standards we hold for ourselves. Using psychology and neuroscience, we explore:
Why your brain tricks you into settling for less than you deserve
How low standards slowly kill your confidence and self-worth
The hidden link between fear, comfort zones, and “just enough” living
Practical strategies to raise the bar in love, work, and personal growth
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I settling?”, this episode will help you raise your standards, reclaim your confidence, and finally demand the life you actually want.
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