According to psychologist Carol Dweck, a fixed mindset is the belief that our intelligence and talents are fixed traits that cannot be developed. On the other hand, a growth mindset is the belief that with effort, learning, and persistence, our abilities can improve (Dweck, 2006).
Recent studies have shown that Asian teenagers, in particular, are more likely to have a fixed mindset due to cultural and societal pressures (Li, 2018). This mindset can limit their ability to adapt to new challenges, especially in the face of the upcoming AI, AGI, and industrial transformations.
So, why should Asian teenagers opt for a growth mindset to face the next decade's challenges?
Firstly, a growth mindset fosters resilience. In a world where AI and AGI are rapidly evolving, resilience is crucial. It allows individuals to adapt to change, learn from mistakes, and persist in the face of setbacks. A study by Yeager et al. (2019) found that students with a growth mindset were more resilient and performed better acadically than those with a fixed mindset.
Secondly, a growth mindset encourages lifelong learning. With the industrial transformation, the skills needed in the future will be vastly different from those needed today. A growth mindset promotes the desire to learn and the willingness to improve, which are essential in this ever-changing world.
This is where RAIDENSPACE comes in. RAIDENSPACE is dedicated to helping Asian teenagers navigate these upcoming challenges. By promoting a growth mindset, RAIDENSPACE provides the tools and resources necessary for teenagers to adapt, learn, and grow in the face of change.
However, it's important to note that adopting a growth mindset is not a one-time event. It's a journey that requires consistent effort and practice. It involves challenging our beliefs, embracing failures as opportunities for learning, and celebrating progress over perfection.
In conclusion, the difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset is not just about how we view our abilities. It's about how we face challenges, how we learn, and how we grow. For Asian teenagers, adopting a growth mindset is not just beneficial, it's crucial in facing the next decade's challenges.
So, as we stand on the brink of a new era, the question remains: Are you ready to shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset, and embrace the challenges that lie ahead?
References:
Dweck, C. S. (2006). Mindset: The new psychology of success. Random House.
Li, J. (2018). Cultural foundations of learning: East and West. Cambridge University Press.
Yeager, D. S., Hanselman, P., Walton, G. M., et al. (2019). A national experiment reveals where a growth mindset improves achievement. Nature, 573(7774), 364-369.
