I’ve just finished reading a powerful and eye-opening book: Mindset – The New Psychology of Success by Dr. Carol S. Dweck.
It’s not just a book—it’s a mirror. A reminder. A wake-up call.

This book deeply inspired me to reflect on how our mindset shapes everything—from our confidence to our ability to grow and overcome challenges. I want to share a few thoughts with you that might just shift how you see yourself and others.

Let’s begin with two simple, but life-changing questions:

  • What’s the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset?
  • Which one are you living with right now?

Before you answer, take a moment to read these examples:

Group A says:

  • “I was born this way. I can’t change.”
  • “I’m not good at swimming.”
  • “Math has never been my thing.”
  • “I’ll never be able to speak English fluently.”

Group B says:

  • “I can learn anything with effort.”
  • “I’d love to learn how to swim!”
  • “I didn’t do well this time, but I can improve.”
  • “If I keep practicing, I’ll get better—I just don’t understand it yet.”

Now, ask yourself: what happens next?

Group A tends to give up. They avoid challenges, fear failure, and stay stuck.
Group B pushes forward. They ask for help, practice regularly, and slowly—but surely—grow. They build confidence through effort. For them, every setback is a step toward success.

If you find yourself relating more often to Group A—don’t worry. That simply means it’s time to shift your perspective. A fixed mindset says, “This is who I am, and I can’t change it.” A growth mindset whispers back, “Not yet.”

Dr. Dweck writes:

“Even geniuses can fail with a fixed mindset. But an ordinary person with a growth mindset—can become unstoppable.”

And here’s one simple but powerful practice I’ve decided to adopt after reading this book:

From now on, whenever I catch myself saying, “I can’t do this”—I’ll add one word: “YET.”

How about you, my friend?
What’s one thing you can start telling yourself… differently?

With love,

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