Asst. Prof. Meenal Kabra,Assistant Professor,(meenal.kabra@mmcc.edu.in) Marathwada Mitra Mandals College of Commerce Pune .

Elizabeth Diamond’s Seven Mindsets to Master Self-Awareness is a personal road map for gaining a deeper awareness of who you are. The book divides self-awareness into seven different mindsets, each of which is intended to help you overcome your emotions, improve your lucidity and make better decisions in life, rather than providing general guidance.

The central theme of this book is conscious living, or realizing how your ideas, feelings and actions affect the world around you. Diamond exhorts readers to view themselves objectively, accept personal development and accept accountability for their deeds. It’s more about development and making tiny, deliberate adjustments to your life than it is about perfection.
One of the seven distinct mindsets is the observer mindset, which involves observing your thoughts and feelings from the perspective of an impartial third party.
The growth mindset is the belief that setbacks are opportunities rather than obstacles. Making sure that your behaviours are in line with your underlying values and goals is known as “The Purpose-Driven Mindset.”
Recognizing and efficiently controlling your emotions is part of the Emotional Intelligence Mindset. By practicing mindfulness and remaining present in the moment, one can cultivate a present moment mindset.
The Self-Compassion Mindset entails treating yourself with kindness and putting an end to critical thoughts about you.
Take complete responsibility for your decisions and the results they produce. This is known as the “Accountability Mindset.”

Every mentality includes practical tasks and reflection questions.
The text is relatable and uplifting, assisting you in your journey of self-discovery like a helpful tutor.
Things to think about: Some concepts may seem familiar if you’ve read a lot of self-improvement literature. Some ideas, however useful, could benefit from greater scientific support for individuals who favor evidence-based methods.
The book is incredibly relevant in today’s world, where mental health and emotional intelligence are becoming increasingly important. In a society where emotional well-being is often overlooked, Diamond offers a powerful reminder of how crucial it is to be self-aware and responsible for one’s emotions and actions.

Concluding Remarks: I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to enhance their emotional intelligence, improve self-awareness and make positive life changes. 7 Mindsets to Master Self-Awareness is a helpful and inspirational manual for becoming the best version of yourself, regardless of where you are in your self-awareness journey or whether you are seeking new perspectives