What's the difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset?

A growth mindset is characterized by the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed and improved over time through effort, learning, and perseverance. Individuals with a growth mindset see challenges, failures, and setbacks as opportunities to learn and grow.
They are more likely to embrace new experiences, take risks, and put in sustained effort to achieve their goals. They understand that success comes from hard work, learning from mistakes, and continuously pushing themselves beyond their comfort zones.

People with a growth mindset
tend to: Embrace challenges and view them as opportunities for growth.
Emphasize effort and hard work as essential for improvement.
Persist in the face of setbacks and failures.
 Learn from criticism and see it as a way to improve.
Find inspiration in the success of others and use it to motivate themselves.


A fixed mindset is characterized by the belief that abilities, intelligence, and talents are inherent traits that cannot be significantly changed.
Individuals with a fixed mindset tend to avoid challenges that could potentially expose their shortcomings, as they fear failure or looking incompetent.
They often stick to their comfort zones and avoid putting in extra effort because they believe that their abilities are already fixed and cannot be improved upon.People with a fixed mindset tend to: Avoid challenges to protect their self-perception of competence
 Believe that effort is not worth it, as their abilities are predetermined.
Give up easily when faced with difficulties or failures.
Feel threatened by the success of others, as it reflects on their own inadequacy.
Ignore or reject criticism, as it threatens their self-image.

It's important to note that individuals can exhibit both mindsets in different areas of their lives or even in different situations. However, fostering a growth mindset is often associated with better overall development, higher levels of achievement, increased resilience in the face of challenges, and a more positive attitude towards learning and self-improvement.

 We understand that developing a growth mindset involves recognizing and challenging fixed mindset beliefs, reframing challenges as opportunities for growth, valuing effort and persistence, seeking out learning experiences, and embracing the idea that improvement
is possible through dedication and hard work.

Most people vacillate between both types of mindsets, that's normal to a degree, but being mindful regarding a growth mindset will set the stage for more opportunities and how to create success from them. Good luck on the growth mindset journey:)