Do you want to become a better thinker? It's a matter of belief!

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Some people hold to what we might call a 'fixed' theory, believing that their qualities, such as their intelligence, are simply fixed traits, inherited or fixed early in development Others have a malleable (or incremental) theory, believing that their most basic qualities can be developed through their efforts and education. Research shows that people with a malleable theory are more open to learning, willing to confront challenges, able to stick to difficult tasks, and capable of bouncing back from failures (Dweck, 1999). These qualities lead to better performance in the face of challenges such as difficult school transitions (Blackwell,Trzesniewski, & Dweck, 2007), demanding business tasks (e.g., negotiations; Kray, 2007), and difficulties in relationships (e.g.,dealing with conflict; Kammrath& Dweck, 2006). Surely we would all agree that these are a key part of how people function. Belief in malleability of ability can be taught Praise for achievement damages malleability but praise for effort reinforces malleability So, do you reward your child when they do something well? Or do you reward them when they try hard? all the best urban