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This idea was discussed by Carol Dweck, who is a professor at Stanford University in Psychology. In her book “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” she touches on a critical component that separates those who are successful and those who are not. She breaks this down into two categories: The Fixed Mindset and the Growth Mindset.
People who have a Fixed Mindset look at problems and believe that “there is nothing I can do.” They see themselves as “them vs. the world” and every problem that occurs on their path, demotivates them and makes them give up. People with a Fixed Mindset believe that they do not control any real aspect of their lives.
A fixed mindset believes that their basic abilities, talents, and intelligence are fixed traits. They cannot change these. If something is beyond their abilities, they say, “Well, I tried.”
A Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
Are you living within a Fixed Mindset or a Growth Mindset? Do you see challenges as an ‘unbeatable obstacle’ or an ‘opportunity to grow?’
On the other hand, the Growth Mindset looks at every challenge as an opportunity to become better. They believe that they can develop skills to overcome their problems. They embrace hardships, understanding that it’s designed to make them grow. They believe that “failure” is an opportunity. They believe that effort and attitude determine their abilities.
Other peoples' success inspires people with a Growth Mindset, whereas those with a Fixed Mindset credit the success of others due to their “talents, intelligence, or abilities” and often become de-motivated or depressed over the accomplishments of others.