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What are some techniques you have used, or currently use, to encourage a growth mindset in yourself?
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Currently, as a mom and school admin, I prescribe to Growth Mindset. I do believe I can grow and learn at any age. I can work toward goals and try new things, without worry of failure. I teach my teachers and students that “challenges help me grow” and “feedback is constructive and helpful”. I model these same mindsets and practice them.
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Writing down objectives can be helpful.
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I use the visual that our mindset or brain is a muscle. If we do not challenge it our exercise it, it goes soft.
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I try to focus on what I can learn from a course rather than how much time it’s taking. I take notes while I read or listen to material.
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When I’m learning something new, I try to view the challenges and failure(s) I experience as new opportunities to grow- instead of as hangups or reasons to quit. I remind myself often that I am growing and getting better (at whatever challenge I’m facing) and do my best to avoid negative thinking.