When faced with a challenge, like learning something new that seems to lie just beyond our abilities, some people see it as opportunity while in others it simply confirms their sense of inadequacy.
It seems that whether we perceive a moment of effort and difficulty as a learning opportunity, or take it as a confirmation of our limitations, all depends on the meaning we attach to it.
Carol Qweck’s compelling talk explains the vital importance of believing we can improve, and gives pointers on helping those we influence to do the same.
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I’m a psychologist, coach, and therapist. All my work is aimed at enabling people to improve personal aspects of their lives and work.
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"Train your mind to look for your successes. They are happening all the time, you just have to look for them."
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"We only develop greater resilience when we are deeply emotionally connected to other people."
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"If you think you can, or you think you can't, you're probably right".
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"Just because you can, it doesn't mean you should, nor that you have to".
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"Simplify your life and work to be content. That will create the space for you to notice the joy. It's always there if you look."
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“Personal Change Begins In The Imagination. You Have To Imagine It Before You Can Become It, Whatever ‘It’ Is”