GROWTH MINDSET

 I had never heard of Carol Dweck or of growth mindset before this class. Growth mindset is very fascinating and seems like it can be very beneficial. As a student and a dancer I can relate to growth mindset. In dance especially, I am always trying to perfect and master new techniques and tricks. It would be no fun to do the same steps over and over again. Having that challenging turn or leap to push towards makes you a better dancer. It's very rewarding when you've been working so hard for something and you finally get it. I was very fortunate to have a dance instructor that always pushed me. I wanted her to challenge me and sometimes it can be uncomfortable and awkward. But, the beauty of dance is taking something so difficult and takes so much technique, and making it look effortless.
I've learned a lot about myself while being at OU. My biggest challenge when learning new things is the fear of failure. I am worst critic and when I am learning something new, there is always a tiny voice in my head saying "you're not good enough." I have gained a lot of confidence and self assurance since being at OU. I have learned to not listen to the little voice saying "you're not good enough," and that's helped me gain confidence to try new things.
I think growth mindset is very interesting and I am eager to learn more about it in this class. I particularly love how Carol Dweck illustrates how growth mindset works. She demonstrates that when something is challenging or forces us out of our comfort zone, it is giving our neurons the opportunity to make stronger connections. I think growth mindset will be very beneficial for me in this class! I'm excited to learn more about it!

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