Growth Mindset

I had never heard of Carol Dweck, but I had heard of the growth mindset before, but not necessarily named as such. I had heard of it through just different approaches to learning and teaching, but didn't know it had a name. 

I think I am about midway in the growth-fixed mindset. I tend to enjoy work that challenges me, and have come a long way in how I few my studies. Through high school, my parents were very strict about grades  and I think this affected my mindset greatly. I kept a 4.0 GPA through high school and through my junior year of college, mostly out of fear of failure. I was learning for a grade - not learning for personal growth. 

One of the things that really helped me shift this way of thought was encountering different professors at OU who were very dedicated to helping students learn. I was told, "Never be afraid of making mistakes, because mistakes are just opportunities to learn how to do something differently." 

Since I'm still trying to change my perspectives on learning, I think I would be able to think along the Growth Mindset ideals. I liked the "Stories About Growth" and "Reading Challenge" ideas. I am interested in trying to build my own mental confidence. I'm about to embark to a new country and any mindsets that would help me to appreciate this opportunity and learn the most I can will be good opportunities to consider. 

Dream big and dare to fail, Laura Gibbs, Growth Mindset Memes