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Carol S. Dweck is a Professor of Psychology at Stanford University and one of the world’s leading researchers in the field of motivation and personality.
Known for: Mindset
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Mindset
In this influential work, psychologist Carol S. Dweck explores the concept of 'mindset'—the underlying beliefs people have about learning and intelligence. She distinguishes between a fixed mindset, where individuals believe their abilities are static, and a growth mindset, where they see potential for development through effort and learning. Drawing on decades of research, Dweck demonstrates how adopting a growth mindset can lead to greater achievement, resilience, and fulfillment in education, work, and personal life.
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The Nature of Mindset: Fixed versus Growth
From birth, we absorb messages about talent and intelligence—sometimes subtle, sometimes overt. If you were ever praised for being ‘smart,’ you may have learned that being smart defines you. The fixed mindset grows from such messages; it assumes that intelligence is a carved stone. Under this belief...
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Inside the Fixed Mindset: The Need to Prove
The fixed mindset is seductive because it promises certainty and self-esteem. If intelligence is fixed, then success validates you. People with fixed mindsets crave that validation and avoid any situation where they might not get it. They prefer to appear flawless rather than to grow. In my studies,...
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About Carol Dweck
Carol S. Dweck is a Professor of Psychology at Stanford University and one of the world’s leading researchers in the field of motivation and personality. Her pioneering work on mindsets has profoundly influenced education, business, and personal development worldwide.
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