Tip 2: Believe in your ability to improve.
If you’re looking for a long-term change,
Think about how you think about your abilities and talents.
Do you think they’re fixed at birth,
or can they be developed, like muscles?
These beliefs are important because they can affect how you act
when you face setbacks.
If you have a fixed mindset,
meaning you believe your talents are locked in place,
you may give up,
assuming you’ve discovered something you’re not good at.
But if you have a growth mindset and believe that your abilities can improve,
A challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow.
Neuroscience supports the growth mindset.
The connections in your brain grow stronger and grow with study and practice.
As it turns out, on average,
People with a growth mindset are more successful,
get better grades, and
perform better in the face of challenges.