10 Ways to Foster a Growth Mindset in Your Kids

Written by:  Aquib Nawab

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Instead, concentrate on how hard they tried and were determined. Remind them that work, dedication, and failures are the most important ingredients to success, not talent or prowess.

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1. Praise Hard Work

Encourage their questions, no matter how small or big. Explore answers together and help them see that curiosity leads to discovery, and mistakes made along the way are valuable learning experiences.

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2. Be Curious Together

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Be transparent about what is going on for you and how you overcome it. Give anecdotal stories of how you have had to go through a setback and be patient with yourself. Set an example so they can trust you.

3. Show Them How It’s Done

And tell them failures are not failures, they’re ennobling lessons. Recap what went wrong, how they took that away, and how they can do better, and use disappointment as an experience to improve.

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4. Learn From Mistakes

Help them break big tasks into small, manageable steps and celebrate each one. Show them that learning takes time and effort, and the journey is as important and rewarding as the final outcome.

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5. Enjoy the Process

Don’t call them "wise" or "intelligent." Praise them for things that they do, such as persisting with a difficult issue or experimenting with different approaches. This builds strength and keeps you pushing forward.

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6. Skip the Labels

Give them permission to experiment, even if they aren’t sure or don’t want to fail. Tell them that this is where they learn, grow and learn new talents – get out of their comfort zone.

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7. Take New Chances

8. Use Positive Words

Get them to supplant negative feelings about themselves with positive words such as "I can do better" or "I’ll figure it out." Teach them to see obstacles as opportunities to create self-confidence and belief in their capabilities.

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Recognize their persistence and grit in challenging situations. Praise their ability to stick with difficult tasks and show them how staying determined leads to growth and lasting success.

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9. Celebrate Determination

10. Give Helpful Advice

When they face setbacks, offer constructive feedback that helps them see how to improve. Focus on solutions and guide them step by step to show that problems can always be tackled with effort.

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