Failure Is Part Of The Learning Process

In management theory and many other psychological theories, a growth mindset is a set of beliefs, attitudes, or practices held by a group or one person. A growth mindset is the opposite of linear thought. A human being with a growth mindset believes that circumstances change for the better and are not set in stone. They view situations and events in a different light and tend to be more flexible in the approach to problems. They are generally more confident and have a higher opinion of their own abilities of others.

People with a growth mindset have a much more realistic outlook on life and take responsibility for their own actions and the results that result. They take ownership of their talents and abilities. They believe that hard work and dedication can result in spectacular results. When life brings challenges they learn from those experiences and grow from them. They look at mistakes not as opportunities to learn but as challenges that must be overcome.

People with growth mindsets are not only more intelligent than those with linear thought, but more able to solve problems. Their perseverance and ability to resist embarrassment are enormous. Because of their perseverance they often accomplish more than those with limited cognitive capacity and a limited mental capacity. They understand that intelligence, perseverance, drive, and desire are critical to success and are not sufficient. A growth mindset has a powerful effect on personal achievement because it inspires confidence, productivity, intellectual superiority, creativity, and innovation.

People who achieve great success begin with having a positive attitude and learning to experience their potential rather than just relying on their raw IQ or skills. Learning takes time. Having a positive attitude and learning to experience your potential does not require expensive training, textbooks, or classroom instruction. It takes time to build confidence in your intelligence, to gain knowledge and understanding, and to gain self-awareness and self-orientation. Only when you’ve achieved enough, can your intelligence and perseverance be enhanced.

The ability to change is also part of having a growth mindset. You may avoid failure by holding to an outdated or inaccurate belief about your capabilities, or by not applying in the areas you need to because of the false premise that you are inadequate. Your attitude will be one of appreciation for your good fortune and the ability to capitalize on these abilities instead of being too worried about whether you are capable or not.

Intelligence can be deficient without a growth mindset, and perseverance without an enhancement. Two mindsets are necessary for a successful life–one to know what you want, and one to apply what you know. In a famous quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes, he said, “Whatever your mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” This statement holds true not only for our physical abilities but also for our mental, emotional, and spiritual capabilities. There are a certain amount of potential that lies in each of our brains, and if we nurture them, they will grow with us into adulthood and give us the full range of lives we were designed for.

There is another benefit to developing these two mindsets. Through growth and development of these two mindsets, you will be more likely to take any opportunities that come your way. In today’s marketplace, many people are being conditioned by fixed mindset thinking patterns. If you don’t have a growth mindset, you will be limited by what the mass media has to offer you. On the other hand, if you have a growth mindset, you will be more likely to take the right steps, follow the correct links, and create the relationships and results you are looking for.

If you can manage to get to the point where you have both a growth mindset and fixed mindset, you will be in a better position to handle success and failure. If you can develop and build these two important mental defenses, you will be well on your way to creating a successful life. Remember that all the successful people and most successful businesses are not the ones who make the biggest mistakes or make the most mistakes; rather, they are the ones who learn from their mistakes and move on. It takes hard work and patience, but anyone can become a successful person or business owner if they have the right tools.