The concepts of growth mindset and fixed mindset describe how clients might embrace learning and face challenges. Clients with a growth mindset are more likely to embrace challenges, persist through setbacks, and make progress over time. In contrast, those with a fixed mindset may shy away from difficult tasks and believe that their abilities are fixed and unchangeable, which can hinder their growth.
The Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset Poster is a helpful resource designed to spark relevant discussions in classrooms and therapy settings. This decor not only brightens spaces but also motivates clients to adopt a positive approach to learning. With its affirmations and examples that promote a growth-focused outlook, it allows clients to see challenges and mistakes as steps toward growth.
Engaging with the ideas shown on the poster helps young people understand the impact of their mindset. Reflecting on these principles allows them to build confidence over time.
Therapists can use this poster alongside case studies or real-life stories of young people who have overcome challenges. Meanwhile, teachers and parents can host storytelling sessions where they share personal experiences of facing difficulties and the lessons they learned from them.
Our Growth Mindset handout can be added on as an additional 1-page learning resource.
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References:
- Nieuwenhuis, S., Van der Mee, D. J., Janssen, T. W., Verstraete, L. L., Meeter, M., & Van Atteveldt, N. M. (2023). Growth mindset and school burnout symptoms in young adolescents: The role of vagal activity as potential mediator. Frontiers in Psychology, 14. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1176477
- Tao, W., Zhao, D., Yue, H., Horton, I., Tian, X., Xu, Z., & Sun, H. (2022). The influence of growth mindset on the mental health and life events of college students. Frontiers in Psychology, 13. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.821206
- Zhao, H., Zhang, M., Li, Y., & Wang, Z. (2023). The effect of growth mindset on adolescents’ meaning in life: The roles of self-efficacy and gratitude. Psychology Research and Behavior Management, 16, 4647-4664. https://doi.org/10.2147/prbm.s428397
