Even if they fail initially, students with a growth mindset will keep working towards the goal. They will look at challenges as learning opportunities and will not be discouraged by failure. Students will view learning as a positive experience rather than a task that needs to be completed. Cultivating and nurturing students to form a growth mindset allows them to develop resilience and a love of learning, which will carry over in many areas of life. It is never too early to instill hard work, perseverance, and effort to develop a growth mindset.
Carol Dweck states, “No matter what your ability is, effort is what ignites that ability and turns it into accomplishment” ( Dweck,2006). I had a fixed mindset until I enrolled in the ADL program. It has forced me to work hard to improve myself mentally, emotionally, and academically. The growth mindset inspires me to hold myself accountable for my learning. It sometimes stretches my mental capacity, but I feel it is necessary to thrive and achieve my goals. Collaborating with my classmates helps us learn from each other, problem-solve, and think more deeply by sharing our thoughts and ideas, inspiring us all to succeed.
Dweck, C. S. (2006). Mindset: The new psychology of success. Random House.
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