On this episode, J.R. talks about Carol Dweck’s groundbreaking book Mindset. She said everyone lives by one of two mindsets: fixed or growth.
A fixed mindset creates an urgency to prove yourself over and over. Every situation is evaluated: will I succeed or fail? Well I look smart or dumb? Will I be accepted or rejected? Will I feel like a winner or loser?
And a growth mindset is based on the belief that your basic qualities or things you can cultivate throughout your efforts. Everyone can change and grow. A passion for learning. Why waste time proving over and over how great you are when you can get better?
Three questions to ponder:

1.     Would you describe yourself as having a fixed mindset or a growth mindset – and how would you know?

2.     If you had to choose which one would you take: loads of success and validation or lots of challenge?

3.     When do you feel smart: When you’re flawless or when you’re learning?

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