Observe your mindset

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 you believe that success in certain kinds of activities are reserved for people who are naturally gifted?
• Do you worry that if you try your hardest and fail at something, you’ll be exposed as “no good”?