Open-mindedness is about more than just hearing new ideas — it’s about welcoming different viewpoints, being willing to change, and staying curious. In a world filled with diverse thoughts and beliefs, keeping an open mind helps us grow. It’s a skill that takes practice but can open the door to deeper understanding and respect.
The Open-Minded Worksheets include two separate worksheet pages. Being Open-Minded invites clients to identify which statements reflect an open or closed mindset and lets them practice rephrasing closed-minded thoughts into more open, curious ones. Open-Mindedness In Action lets them reflect on different situations and create a growth plan.
Completing these worksheets encourages a shift in perspective in a way that feels empowering. To keep this mindset growing, a simple daily habit like asking a thoughtful question or exploring a new perspective can help strengthen openness over time.
These worksheets pair well with our All About Being Open-Minded handout.
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References:
- Gopnik, A., Griffiths, T. L., & Lucas, C. G. (2015). When younger learners can be better (or at least more open-minded) than older ones. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 24(2), 87-92. https://doi.org/10.1177/0963721414556653
- Merma-Molina, G., Gavilán-Martín, D., & Urrea-Solano, M. (2022). Actively open-minded thinking, personality and critical thinking in Spanish adolescents: A correlational and predictive study. International Journal of Instruction, 15(2), 579-600. https://doi.org/10.29333/iji.2022.15232a
