Maltz also suggests that we should avoid comparing ourselves to others, as this can lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Instead, we should focus on our own goals and aspirations, and work towards achieving them.
He also suggests that we should adopt a growth mindset, where we see challenges and failures as opportunities for growth and development, rather than as setbacks.
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Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
Growth Mindset:
- tend to understand basic abilities as malleable, and believe they can be developed over time.
- love new challenges and view setbacks as opportunities to learn.
- display better self-esteem, more resilie...
2 types of comparisons
- Downward comparison (comparing ourselves to those less fortunate): It activates the brain’s “lack” network, emphasizing our insecurity and focuses on safeguarding the status quo at the expense of risk and adventure.
- Upward comparison (comparing ourselves to those we envy)
What Is Growth Mindset?
A growth mindset is a frame of mind – a belief system – we adopt to process incoming information. People with a growth mindset look at challenges and change as a motivator to increase effort and learning.
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