14 Nov 3 science-backed ways to train your brain to have a growth mindset
For quite a few years now, the concept of growth vs fixed mindset has been central to many discussions within psychology and positive psychology.
And with good reason.
Research suggests that those who have a growth mindset are more likely to be happy, successful, and resilient.
And who wouldn’t want more happiness, success, and resilience.
Now, no one is either one or the other; most of us are somewhere in the middle and most of us bounce back and forth between either end.
But all of us can learn to be better and to think better and with more of a growth mindset, life better …
via FastCompany by Kristin Keffeler
A growth mindset is the belief that a trait (like intelligence or resilience) is malleable and can be developed through hard work, good strategies, and the ability to receive and integrate thoughtful feedback.
Like all human traits, this character trait is partly inherited and partly developed through individual action and environmental support. While some people naturally approach life with a growth mindset, others are naturally more inclined to experience life with a fixed mindset.
Carol Dweck, the researcher well-known for her work on growth mindset, suggests that if you have a fixed mindset, you tend to think that intelligence and other traits are static. Based on this view, you’re more likely to avoid challenges, get defensive, give up easily, perceive significant exertion toward a goal as a sign that you’re not talented, ignore constructive criticism, and feel threatened by others’ accomplishments. In sum, you are very likely to achieve less than your potential.
Whereas, if you’re naturally predisposed to a growth mindset, it’s typically the opposite. The good news is, regardless of where you land on the growth-to-fixed mindset continuum based on your genes, you have the ability to increase how often you experience life with a growth mindset. All it takes is awareness and careful action.
According to Dweck, simply learning about the concept of a growth mindset can begin to impact how often you adopt it. Awareness of this trait can begin to change your approach to challenging situations, receiving feedback, and your willingness to try something new where you know you’ll feel out of your depth…
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