Growth mindset is the belief that one's abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort, learning, and persistence. Makes sense, but is it the number-one secret to our kids' future happiness and success? Is fixed mindset a death knell for our children's potential?
Amy and Margaret discuss:

The current controversy in academia about whether "growth mindset" has been over-emphasized

Why it's important to praise our kids' efforts, more than those efforts' outcomes

How to foster growth mindset in our kids (hint: it's by example)


Here are links to some of the resources mentioned in the episode:

Melinda Wenner Moyer: Is Growth Mindset a Sham?


Melinda Wenner Moyer: The Nitty Gritty of Growth Mindset


Carol S. Dweck: Mindset

Dweck, Carol et al: Praise for intelligence can undermine children's motivation and performance


Macnamara, B. N., & Burgoyne, A. P: Do growth mindset interventions impact students’ academic achievement? A systematic review and meta-analysis with recommendations for best practices.


Burnette, J. L., et al: A systematic review and meta-analysis of growth mindset interventions: For whom, how, and why might such interventions work?


See Eva DeVirgilis's one-woman show, "In My Chair"



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