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Celebrate progress over perfection from "summary" of Mindset by Carol S. Dweck
In the fixed mindset, imperfections are shameful and problematic. They're something to be denied and hidden. It's so important to look perfect, to be perfect, that everything else pales in comparison. In the growth mindset, imperfections are something to be acknowledged, shared, and celebrated. They're what make us human, what connect us to each other. It's so important to be growing, learning, and improving, that everything else comes second. In the fixed mindset, setbacks and failures are signs of inadequacy. They're proof that we're not good enough, that we'll never be good enough. In the growth mindset, setbacks and failures are signs of progress. They're proof that we're pushing ourselves, challenging ourselves, and growing. They're not the end of the road, but just a bump along the wa...
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