New research shows that a growth mindset is essential to greater cognitive improvement as people age. A recent study published in The International Journal of Aging and Human Development shows that a ...

Shift your focus from dwelling on obstacles to actively seeking solutions. By embracing a mindset that prioritizes problem-solving over making excuses, you regain control over your happiness, ...

First, some background. If you aren’t familiar, research on achievement and success by Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck shows that most people embrace — whether consciously or not — one of two mental ...

Imagine unlocking the secret to achieving personal and professional success simply by shifting your thoughts. This simple yet captivating concept has garnered widespread attention as individuals, ...

A growth mindset is the belief that a trait (like intelligence or resilience) is malleable and can be developed through hard work, good strategies, and the ability to receive and integrate thoughtful ...

At the start of a new school year, there’s one thing you can equip your child with that is proven to increase their motivation, resilience and academic performance – a growth mindset. What is a growth ...

When you’re first starting, you may or may not have a job. You don’t have any money. You’re at a complete uncertainty about your career. What I learned early on is that if I put in the effort, I can ...

If you want to learn to paint, you might take a class and spend time practicing and honing your skills. Even though your first painting might not be all you hoped for, you feel that if you keep ...

The Hechinger Report covers one topic: education. Sign up for our newsletters to have stories delivered to your inbox. Consider becoming a member to support our nonprofit journalism. Two meta-analyses ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Marybeth Gasman writes about racism, philanthropy, HBCUs & faculty. He builds on previous research related to “growth mindset” — ...