Growth Mindset: Beyond School

 

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I think the Growth Mindset idea can be applied to many things in life beyond school. That being said, I think I have the strongest growth mindset when it comes to my relationships in life. I'm a daughter, sister, friend, girlfriend, mentor, etc. I feel all the roles I play in my life are very important to me. Growth mindset in this area of my life is strong because I am constantly working on ways where I can improve to be a better daughter, girlfriend, sister, etc. Sometimes when I can't make it to a family dinner, or go home for the weekend, there is a part of me that makes me want to make up for not being present. Some specific ways that I try and be a better daughter is by going home more, helping my mom in the kitchen when I am there. I try and be a better sister by helping her with scholarships. I try and be a better girlfriend is by communicating more, and giving my attention to just my boyfriend when we talk. Another huge part of me is that I show love with gifts. I love writing letters, sending meaningful presents, and creating things that have meaning behind them. 

I think my strong growth mindset in this area of my life can be useful in school by thinking of different ways I can improve being a better student. I think I could make a list of easy, efficient ways to improve when I do my school work, and what the next is to accomplish my main goal. My main goals as a student include making good grades, connecting with my professors, and being a future dentist.