Fixed vs Growth Mindset

Josh Laker

Fixed – “I am going to finish this ultra race no matter what”

a speak bubble that says I want to finish this ultra by trying my best, but if I fail I will learn from it and try.

Growth – “I want to finish this ultra by trying my hardest and giving it all I got but if I fail I will learn from it and try again.”

a speak bubble that says I want to finish this ultra by trying my best, but if I fail I will learn from it and try.

Having a fixed mindset could put your future endeavors in jeopardy.

Imagine pushing too hard in training or pushing through an injury during a race.

You may be able to finish that workout or complete the race.

But because you had a fixed mindset, you could likely miss future training sessions or miss other race opportunities.

a mind in the shape of gears that says having a fixed mindset could put your future endeavors in jeopardy.

How are you living out a growth mindset? Leave a comment below

a read outline of a human head with how are you living out a growth mindset

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