Growth Mindset: My Thoughts

I was first exposed to the concept of growth mindset last semester when I took mythology and folklore last semester. This concept has changed my perspective towards how I view the competitive educational environment in which I am immersed. As a pre-med student, I am often surrounded by some individuals who are constantly seeking to compare their scores, stats, and resume with others. These observations in combination with the foundations of growth mindset have made me question myself and others. 

What truly motivates people in an intense collegiate setting? College students are focused on getting the task done as fast and efficiently as possible-- event if it means cutting corners. And when one does not receive positive feedback, students interpret this as failure making people want to quit all together. However, growth mindset offers a solution. Negative feedback is not a declaration of stupidity or incapability, as formerly perceived. Rather, this type of feedback is an opportunity. An opportunity to develop where one is less proficient-- because everyone inevitably has weaknesses. The hardest component of developing a growth mindset is switching one's attitude and overcoming the stereotypes of society deemed that in order to be successful, your journey must be flawless. And that my friend, is the tea. 

Growth Mindset, Visually