4. Make this a quick process. Notice if you begin going down a rabbit hole of elaborating on the distraction, or asking why you are thinking about this particular topic, or defaulting to unsupportive habits like chastising yourself for getting distracted in the first place. It is...

You can’t begin to change a “fixed” mindset until you recognize it.

Notice if you rush to conclusions about fundamental abilities:

• Do you tell yourself that you’re no good at a particular task, so there’s no point attempting it?
• Do y...

If you don’t know how someone feels, let them know that you haven’t been there before, but you’ll try to put yourself in their shoes to help as best you can.

Also, don’t be afraid to let them know you don’t have anything to say. You can still be an ear, take some time to think about it...