Mindset Shift: Gap Vs. Gain Mentality

Gap vs. Gain with James

Mindset Shift: The Power of Focusing on the Gain

In this Movara Home throwback video with James, we’re diving into a powerful mental framework that can completely shift how you experience progress and success: the Gap vs. the Gain mentality.

Coined by Dan Sullivan, this concept is all about how we measure our growth. When you’re in the Gap, you’re constantly comparing yourself to an ideal future or someone else’s success — and no matter how far you’ve come, it never feels like enough. It’s a recipe for burnout, frustration, and feeling stuck.

But when you live in the Gain, you measure your progress by how far you’ve come from where you started. It’s a mindset of gratitude, growth, and forward momentum.

In the video, we break down:

• What it means to be in the Gap vs. the Gain AND why this simple shift can radically improve your motivation and mental well-being

Learning to live in the Gain can change everything. Watch the full video to learn how to start measuring backwards — and move forward with more confidence and clarity.

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