(2021_61) Mindset - Carol S. Dweck

 

I recently read "Mindset" written by Dr Dweck. Before I read it, I already watched her presentation on that concept in TED. Not surprisingly I think I can connect the dots from most books I read recently. For example, the main idea I can drew from "Mindset", "Grit", "Limitless", "Secrets of the Millionaire Mind" is the plasticity of brain. It is very simple but powerful; according to Dr Dweck, we should have growth mindset, not fixed mindset for almost all areas such as parenting, relationship, working and so on.

 

Then what is growth mindset? Simple. Just believe in the potential I have and make a constant effort to achieve the goal. Point is CONSTANT. Sound familiar? Yes, it is just Grit. And it can be achieved by the plasticity of brain with my willpower.

 

I totally agree with the importance of growth mindset. As a father, I really hope my sons have it. But the place to start is to acknowledge MY persona with fixed mindset first and tame him. It is not easy, but I believe I can build it because I decided to do it!