Seth Godin is my favorite blogger because of his timeless insights into human nature and simple life lessons. Today, as I was browsing the archive on his blog, I was reminded once again why I hold him in such high regard. It’s not that Godin’s blog post are full of new groundbreaking insights. It’s more […]
One of the primary recommendations Carol Dweck, Ph.D. makes on fostering a growth mindset is to avoid praising outcomes. As you probably already know, many consider Dweck as the preeminent expert on the growth mindset. So, her recommendations carry weight. However, many well-meaning parents, coaches and teachers interpret her recommendations in a vacuum. As a […]
The threat vs. challenge mindset is the primary mindset type that dictates how one performs in stressful situations. The threat mindset causes one to put a significant focus on the source of the stress, and how that source could cause negative consequences. This then triggers emotions related to anger, fear, and scarcity. These emotional triggers […]