This was a great post! Such an important topic for anyone who feels stuck or would like learn or improve a skill. Also an essential concept for anyone in a mentor position - a teacher, parent or caregiver. I am a Montessori teacher, and the idea of praising a child’s effort and process, rather than the outcome or their immutable characteristics, is very much in alignment with what we do.
Thanks! Yes, Zan. There are multiple evidence-based studies on motivation. Tying it to Susan David's work makes for some powerful resilience tools and agility when we face challenges.
This was a great post! Such an important topic for anyone who feels stuck or would like learn or improve a skill. Also an essential concept for anyone in a mentor position - a teacher, parent or caregiver. I am a Montessori teacher, and the idea of praising a child’s effort and process, rather than the outcome or their immutable characteristics, is very much in alignment with what we do.
Thank you for writing this piece!
Thanks, Serena. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts as a Montessori teacher. Thank you!
Hi Victoria, Thanks for introducing me to Susan David, she provides a wealth ideas.
You're very welcome, Janice!
Ah this is such a great overview! I love Carol Dweck and the idea of “not yet” - incredibly powerful
Thanks! Yes, Zan. There are multiple evidence-based studies on motivation. Tying it to Susan David's work makes for some powerful resilience tools and agility when we face challenges.