I had never heard of Carol Dweck when I initially began the assignment, but I can certainly say I will be looking into more of her work! To explore different mindsets, especially as they pertain to academic endeavors, is something that everyone can universally benefit from. As a vocal music major, we are constantly in a state of learning. There is never a point in one's academic or professional career in which they are done perfecting their instrument. As an undergraduate student that has to compete for roles and in competitions against older masters and doctoral students, I often find myself making comparisons between us and knocking myself for not being at their level. In essence, I live in a constant state of "not yet". And the connotation of that mindset is quite different, giving focus on the "not" rather than the "yet".
I found the work of Dweck so enlightening. Not only from an emotional standpoint, but logically as well. To challenge traditional classroom norms is not an easy task, given that many people work hard to maintain the academic system the way it is. However, Dweck includes scientific evidence of increased brain activity in students who challenged themselves and maintained a "not yet" attitude. I know that when I simply tell myself I can do something, goals become a lot more attainable. If I can challenge myself to seek a "not YET" attitude, my professional aspirations won't be far from realistic! In such a competitive and exposing field of study/work, confidence and perseverance are everything.
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Graphic for a Growth Mindset
Grow
I found the work of Dweck so enlightening. Not only from an emotional standpoint, but logically as well. To challenge traditional classroom norms is not an easy task, given that many people work hard to maintain the academic system the way it is. However, Dweck includes scientific evidence of increased brain activity in students who challenged themselves and maintained a "not yet" attitude. I know that when I simply tell myself I can do something, goals become a lot more attainable. If I can challenge myself to seek a "not YET" attitude, my professional aspirations won't be far from realistic! In such a competitive and exposing field of study/work, confidence and perseverance are everything.
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Graphic for a Growth Mindset
Grow
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