Reflections on Mindset

I don't know who else needs this today, but I enjoyed this article from Develop Good Habits on fixed vs. growth mindsets: Fixed Mindset VS Growth Mindset: 9 Differences with Examples

In my opinion, it's worth an additional note that there are often overwhelming circumstances of life, beyond our control that can throw anyone into periods of defaulting to the "fixed" mindset. My trauma-informed training (in a yoga context) tells me this encompasses the internalization of some aspects of fight/flight/freeze responses of the nervous system. 

When we have the tools to self-regulate and manage emotions in a context that feels safe, we have a greater capacity to stretch our comfort zone and grow, intentionally. It takes resilience and overcoming such challenges, in life & professional experience, to develop the muscles needed for maintaining a growth mindset while facing a struggle.

While I agree wholeheartedly with the point this article makes about applying mindfulness to prioritize a growth mindset over a fixed one, it's good to recognize the context of any situation and apply compassion, as the piece notes briefly. Compassion is an important part of moving from "self-defense" mode and its fixed viewpoint, toward a strong growth mindset that comes with a confident perspective.