You Can Do More Than You Think | The Growth Mindset

I've received several comments about me using the word "turtle" instead of "tortoise." Let me address this. First, through my research, I've noticed that the "Turtle and Rabbit" story is an accepted version of the "Tortoise and Hare." But I agree it might have been better if I stuck to the original version. Second, I also agree that the animal portrayed in the animations in this video is, most likely, a tortoise. However, a quick search in the Encyclopedia Britannica enlightened the fact that tortoises are, in fact, turtles! I quote: "All tortoises are, in fact, turtles—that is, they belong to the order Testudines or Chelonia, reptiles having bodies encased in a bony shell—but not all turtles are tortoises." End quote. A reason for me using the word "turtle" is that, in my native language, there's only 1 word for both 'species,' which is: "schildpad." Hence, I've never distinguished a turtle from a tortoise when naming these animals. Hopefully, my clarification extinguishes the flaring tempers caused by my choice of words. As I'm developing my growth mindset, I'm happy to have become more aware of the differences (and similarities) between the "turtle" and the "tortoise."

Like Confucius once said "The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute, the man who does not ask is a fool for life"

Sometimes the lesson isn’t about reaching your goal but the process your go/grow through attempting to reach the goal.

”Failure isn’t failing, it’s giving up trying.” Love that quote.

If I had six hours to chop down a tree, I would spend the first four sharpening the axe - Abraham Lincoln

I can't get the exact quote from our boy Epictitus, but he basically said (modernized) "Should I stop thinking if I can't become Einstein? Should I stop walking if I can't be Usain Bolt? Do things for your sake, on your level."

It's been a few months that I was finally able to move away from a fixed mindset. In this time, I've taken up another university course, started learning another language and, I have to say, despite the new challenges, life is lighter. Better a fool moving forward, than an expert stuck in time. Great video Einzelgänger! And thanks for your book Stoicism for inner peace.

The 3 things to get anything done are - Patience. Discipline. Consistency. It's about finishing what you started, but in your own way. It's okay to take breaks in between while ensuring that the post break comeback is going to be stronger and more impactful.

I'd say the most interesting thing about Dr. Dweck's book was how towards the end she made it clear that we are all equal parts growth/fixed mindset. One can adopt a growth mindset to be sure, but your fixed mindset remains a part of you all the same. Dr. Dweck recommended her student's to name their fixed mindset "persona's" as she called them. Mine is John, and he's a stuffy British guy who keeps looking down his nose at me and telling me I can't do stuff. I just LOVE proving him wrong! As with most therapeutic techniques this sounds a little odd until you try it, and it actually works rather well! Dweck's point behind creating a "persona" seemed to be illustrating very clearly to yourself precisely the type of person you're striving NOT to be. And yet she also suggested attempting to consider your fixed persona as a friend of sorts since it is still a part of you of course.

I was a gifted child, school was easy for me and I didn't have to study to be on the top 5 every single year... But school is not life and now I'm an adult, I am autistic and was undiagnosed almost all my life. Real life is a challenge, to survive. I've also developed dysautonomia (my autonomous nervous system sometimes fail and automatic functions like blood pressure get affected) Living a life full of expectations but now having a disability made me develop the growth mindset Even if my talents are not enough, I will make an effort, I will be enough. It's not easy to take challenges when already all my life is a challenge every single day But even if I grow very slowly, slower than someone without disability, at least I'm growing

Oftentimes, the true lesson lies not in attaining your goal, but in the journey of growth and self-discovery you undergo while striving to reach it.

Having a growth mindset is not just about discipline and hard work; it encompasses much more. While individuals with a growth mindset certainly put in the effort to achieve their goals, what truly sets them apart from others is their response to failure. Although hard work and effort increase the probability of success, they do not guarantee it. However, those with a growth mindset approach failure differently. They view failure as an integral part of the learning process and do not dwell on it. Their resilience in the face of failure is a key factor that propels them towards success. Moreover, I want to emphasize that if you're someone who is wondering why you're struggling to adopt a growth mindset, please don't blame yourself for it. Blaming yourself isn't really productive in this case. It's important to be patient with yourself and accept that developing a growth mindset takes time and effort. So, instead of being hard on yourself, try to approach it with a sense of understanding and give yourself the space to grow. Just keep working on it and don't get discouraged. Remember, it's a journey, and progress will come with time. So, be kind to yourself and stay committed to your personal growth. You'll see the benefits in the long run. It is crucial to understand the underlying psychological complexities that contribute to the lack of a growth mindset in many individuals. Developing a growth mindset requires a nurturing environment that allows children to embrace failure and recognize it as a valuable learning experience. Unfortunately, most people are taught to avoid failure and perceive it as something negative. Consequently, failure becomes associated with emotional pain and discomfort. When failure is experienced repeatedly, it can lead to a state of learned helplessness. Consequently, it becomes exceedingly difficult for adults to adapt a growth mindset. Although the concept of a growth mindset may be understood, incorporating it into one's life is challenging due to learned behaviors. Adopting a growth mindset necessitates unlearning previous behaviors and acquiring new ones, which requires considerable time and effort. The journey towards developing a growth mindset is not only about discipline, effort, and consistency. It involves addressing the psychological barriers that arise from fear of failure and the mental damage inflicted by past failures. People with a growth mindset, unlike others, find enjoyment in the face of hardship and challenges, actively embracing the journey itself. In summary, the development of a growth mindset is a psychologically intricate process. It is influenced by the nurturing environment one grows up in, where children are encouraged to accept failure as an integral part of the learning process. Many individuals struggle to adopt a growth mindset due to the negative associations they have with failure and the learned behaviors that hinder their progress. Embracing a growth mindset requires a conscious effort to unlearn previous behaviors and cultivate new ones, which takes significant time and dedication. Just remember to be patient with yourself, stay committed, and approach it with kindness. The journey to a growth mindset is worth it in the end.

Growing up always being told that I'm dumb and not going to go anywhere really resulted in me building up the will to be successful/good at certain things. And it brought me to wanting to better myself and outgrow the others. But now having built some skills it resulted in a kind of arrogance and resistance to grow. I often think I have to defend myself and my skills to prove "I'm not dumb anymore, I am good at stuff. You can't judge me" and sometimes forget that accepting that you're always growing and never perfect is an important aspect of life and also success. And that aspect is also what brought me to where I am now and will drive me further. I love your videos. They always teach me something about myself again and again.

Never be full of yourself 💯

It is sad to say but from this video I think I am a fixed minded person. As someone who was raised to be competitive and only applauded when you win and not when you try, I must say this mindset has limited me and is damaging. Going forward, I will not let the fear of not succeeding at something, keep me from trying and be consistent at it.

Factory and business owners love to tell you this fable: "be like the tortoise Just shut up and keep doing your job and you'll be a winner!". NO, be like the hare stop and give yourself a break every once in awhile it's not about being the one who beat everyone else.

I love it when you bring modern psychological understandings, to illuminate ancient philosophical wisdom, and issues.

Having a positive attitude towards life and challenges is imperative. What's on the way becomes the way.❤

I just want to thank you for helping me through a tough time in my life.

The mind is a muscle in itself