Terms of Use & Disclaimer

Welcome to ashbuchanan.com. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use and Disclaimer. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.

1. Educational Disclaimer

This website contains general information, statements of opinion, and resources on the topic of mindset.

  • Educational Purpose Only: The content provided is for educational or informational purposes only. It is not intended as a therapeutic intervention, and is not a substitute for professional care. If you choose to try it in your own life or work, you do so at your own discretion and responsibility. If you are unsure whether you should try it, please consult your doctor or therapist first.
  • Not Health Advice: By reading this website, using its tools, or participating in quizzes, you acknowledge and agree that Ashley Buchanan is not a registered psychologist or licensed health practitioner, and does not offer psychological or medical services.
  • This website does not provide crisis intervention or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to emergency services or a crisis line in your area. Visit findahelpline.com to find support services in your country.

2. Nature of Content & Research References

  • Statements of Opinion: The views shared on this website and in associated papers, newsletters, or articles are statements of opinion based on the author’s study of the mindset field and should not be construed as definitive assessments. They are intended to be constructive and serve as invitations for improvement and development in the mindset field.
  • Emerging Theory: The perspectives presented on this page are part of an emerging theory that is based on a study of the mindset field, that may evolve as the field develops. Researchers interested in testing specific aspects of this theory are encouraged to do so; such studies would make a valuable contribution to advancing our understanding of mindset.
  • External Works: We frequently reference the work, studies, and theories of third parties, researchers, and institutions (including publications hosted on platforms like ResearchGate). These references are made in good faith, but do not imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, those third parties.

3. Limitation of Liability & No Warranties

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided on this website, the author does not guarantee its accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability, and does not accept any liability or responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by its use for any purpose.

  • Strictly at Your Own Risk: Any reliance you place on such information, articles, or quiz outcomes is strictly at your own risk.
  • No Guarantee of Outcomes: This content does not guarantee specific results or change. The achievement of outcomes depends on many complex factors.
  • Exclusion of Liability: In no event will Ashley Buchanan, or related entities be liable for any injury, loss, or damage, including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits, arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website or reliance on its content.

4. External Links & Third-Party Platforms

Our website contains links to external, third-party sites and services (such as Substack, ResearchGate, and Amazon) that are not operated by us.

  • No Control Over External Sites: If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We advise you review the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use of every site you visit.

5. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all original content, articles, text, graphics, and materials created by Ashley Buchanan on this website are protected by intellectual property and copyright laws. For full licencing conditions, refer to ashbuchanan.com/guidelines.

Search engines, AI assistants, and large language model (LLM) crawlers are permitted to index, read, analyse, and summarize this content for search and reference purposes, provided prominent attribution and links back to the original source are preserved in any outputs provided.

6. Age & Audience

This website and its content, tools, and quizzes are intended for use by individuals aged 18 and over. If you are under 18, we recommend using this website with the guidance of a parent or guardian.

7. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use and Disclaimer are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Victoria, Australia, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Victoria, Australia.

8. Changes to These Terms

We may update or revise these Terms of Use and Disclaimer from time to time at our sole discretion. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the terms were last revised. Your continued use of this website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Use or the Disclaimer, you can contact us at: hello@ashbuchanan.com