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By Zaine Qayyum
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This topic is something that I&rsquo;ve been wanting to talk about for a while, and the reason is because of how important it is as human beings to have this <b><b>growth mindset</b></b>. You might ask &ldquo;why? what is the need when I can just have a fixed mindset?&rdquo;. The answer is simple: having a growth mindset is essential for personal and professional success. This is what I wanted to talk about in this blog, and I hope you find it useful!
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## Table of Contents
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<li>[What Is a Growth Mindset?](#what-is-a-growth-mindset)</li>
<li>[Why Does a Growth Mindset Matter?](#why-does-a-growth-mindset-matter)</li>
<li>[How to Develop a Growth Mindset](#how-to-develop-a-growth-mindset)</li>
<li>[Final Thoughts](#final-thoughts).</li>
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## What Is a Growth Mindset?
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The term <b>growth mindset</b> was introduced by psychologist <b><b>Dr. Carol Dweck</b></b> in her research on motivation and learning. It refers to the belief that our abilities, intelligence, and talents can be developed through <b><b>effort, learning, and persistence</b></b>. Take for example the muscles in our body, we develop them through repeated &ldquo;reps&rdquo; and consistent effort. The same applies to our intelligence, talents, and abilities; we can develop them through effort, learning, and persistence.
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This contrasts with a <b><b>fixed mindset</b></b>, where people believe their intelligence and talents are static traits, they either &ldquo;have it&rdquo; or they dont.
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### Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset
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<td class="org-left">Challenges are opportunities to grow</td>
<td class="org-left">Challenges are threats to avoid</td>
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<td class="org-left">Failure is a stepping stone for learning</td>
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<td class="org-left">Effort is the path to mastery</td>
<td class="org-left">If you have to try, you&rsquo;re not naturally talented</td>
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<td class="org-left">Constructive criticism is valuable</td>
<td class="org-left">Criticism is a personal attack</td>
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<td class="org-left">Inspired by others&rsquo; success</td>
<td class="org-left">Feels threatened by others&rsquo; success</td>
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## Why Does a Growth Mindset Matter?
The question now might arise, &ldquo;why does a growth mindset matter?&rdquo;
Having a growth mindset is <b><b>not just motivational jargon,</b></b> but it has real benefits, here are some of them:
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<li><b><b>Increases resilience:</b></b> People with a growth mindset are more likely to persist in the face of challenges, which ultimately allows you to grow in multiple ways.</li>
<li><b><b>Encourages continuous learning:</b></b> Lifelong learning is something so valued and desired (subject for another blog?), and a growth mindset goes hand in hand with it.</li>
<li><b><b>Boosts performance:</b></b> Research shows that students and professionals with a growth mindset perform better over time. This &ldquo;performance&rdquo; can be related to arbitrary things like academic success, job performance, or personal growth.</li>
<li><b><b>Improves relationships:</b></b> It helps people handle feedback better and build stronger connections with others.</li>
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## How to Develop a Growth Mindset
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### 1. <b><b>Reframe Failure as Learning</b></b>
Instead of viewing failure as proof of inadequacy, see it as feedback. Ask yourself:
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<li><b>What can I learn from this?</b></li>
<li><b>How can I approach this differently next time?</b></li>
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The questions I always ask myself are &ldquo;What did I do that went well?&rdquo; and &ldquo;What can I do differently next time?&rdquo;
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### 2. <b><b>Challenges should be embraced</b></b>
A common trap of a fixed mindset is avoiding challenges to protect your self-esteem. Instead:
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<li>Take on <b><b>new projects</b></b> that push your abilities.</li>
<li>Step outside your <b><b>comfort zone</b></b> regularly.</li>
<li>Remind yourself: <b>Every expert was once a beginner</b>.</li>
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### 3. <b><b>Use &ldquo;Yet&rdquo; to Change Your Self Talk</b></b>
Pay attention to your inner dialogue (yes we all have one, even if we don&rsquo;t realise it). If you catch yourself saying:
&gt; <b>&ldquo;I&rsquo;m not good at this.&rdquo;</b>
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Reframe it to:
&gt; <b>"I&rsquo;m not good at this <b>*yet</b></b>."*
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This small change can shift your perspective from <b><b>impossibility to potential</b></b>.
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### 4. <b><b>Value Effort Over Talent</b></b>
Society often glorifies natural talent, but effort is what leads to mastery. Instead of aiming to be &ldquo;the best,&rdquo; focus on:
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<li>Developing <b><b>discipline and consistency</b></b>.</li>
<li>Tracking your <b><b>progress</b></b> rather than comparing yourself to others.</li>
<li>Celebrating small wins along the way.</li>
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## Final Thoughts
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A <b><b>growth mindset</b></b> isnt something you &ldquo;get&rdquo; overnight, it takes a while to cultivate. Its a daily practice. It requires self awareness, patience, and a willingness to embrace discomfort. But once achieved, it can take you to unimaginable heights.
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I honestly feel as though the best thing that worked for me was shifting my mindset, being positive about the situations I am in and learning to embrace the now.
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I hope this inspires you even in the slightest :)
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