Growth vs. Fixed Mindsets

Personally, I feel that I tend to have a growth mindset. But, every once in a while, the fixed mindset tends to creep in and tries to wreak havoc. Throughout my educational journey, my mind has learned to become more malleable and looks for ways to address issues that I encounter. For example, a few years ago, I greatly desired to go back to school but was working full time. I had also just had a baby and have two other older children at home. They needed me to take them to their after-school activities, feed them, and to make them dinner. I simply did not have the time. But, the desire to go to school was so great that I decided I would find a way, one way or another. Ultimately, I was able to transfer to a community college closer to my job and was able to attend one class during my lunch break two days a week. It might not seem like much, but that one class propelled me to eventually quit my job and attend school full-time. For months I was stuck on the fixed mindset that if it’s not easy, then I must not be able to do it. But when the desire to improve ourselves is so great, most everyone (I believe) will find a way to change that mindset and make their dreams come true. I believe we all have the ability to change our mindset when we truly desire it. Yes, we go thru life with some misconceptions and beliefs. But we have the ability to change and evolve.