Have you ever wondered what's quietly holding you back from reaching your fullest potential? What if the key wasn't about trying harder, but about seeing differently? In this compelling TEDxAWC talk, explore the "hidden curriculum of success"—the invisible psychological factors subtly shaping our lives and impacting our growth. Discover Adaptive Mindset Strategies: powerful yet subtle shifts in perspective that can transform how you approach challenges, enhance resilience, boost motivation, and foster deeper connections with others. Watch this talk to unlock a powerful new lens that leads to transformative personal and collective change. Dr. Omid Fotuhi is a psychologist whose life's work focuses on identifying, understanding, and harnessing the invisible forces that drive human potential. With a PhD in social psychology from the University of Waterloo and a Research Fellowship from Stanford University, he has collaborated in the design and evaluation of groundbreaking psychological interventions, such as Growth Mindsets and Belonging interventions. His research, published in leading journals such as Science and Psychological Science, explores the mechanisms that shape the human experience. As Director of Learning Innovation at WGU Labs and a researcher at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Fotuhi’s professional efforts span from breaking down individual barriers to growth to dismantling systemic obstacles in education. Drawing from his personal journey and professional expertise, he is committed to transforming lives and institutions through his teaching and training on Adaptive Mindsets Mastery. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx