Carol S. Dweck
Your beliefs about whether abilities can grow shape how you respond to challenge, effort, and failure.
People with a fixed mindset believe their qualities are carved in stone and often feel the need to prove themselves.
Individuals with a growth mindset view challenges as opportunities to learn and understand that failure can be a stepping stone to mastery.
Praising children for their intelligence or natural talent can make their confidence fragile and discourage them from taking risks.