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Day 21 - Final Reflection

Over the past 21 days, engaging in the mindset journal has been a tough yet fun journey. Initially, I found myself frequently caught in the web of self-doubt and fixed thinking. The journalism process compelled me to confront these patterns head-on, documenting instances where I defaulted to a fixed mindset and dissecting the underlying thoughts. Recognizing these patterns became a powerful catalyst for change. As I actively worked to adopt a growth mindset, I observed a significant shift in my perspective. Challenges that once seemed insurmountable now appear as opportunities for learning and improvement. The daily reflection forced me to seek out the positive aspects of setbacks and failures, re framing them as stepping stones rather than stumbling blocks. Engaging with this growth mindset journal has not only influenced how I approach challenges but has also seeped into various aspects of my life, fostering resilience, adaptability, and a newfound enthusiasm for continuous learning....
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Day 20 - "What if" Game pt.2

 I really enjoyed responding to this question on day 6 so thought I'd answer it again. Obviously my answer is gonna be based on climbing again but this time a little different. I've always wanted to travel the world and see what kind of climbing is offered around the globe. Given unlimited resources and support I would pack all my things, buy a van and travel. I'd start with northern Canada as I've always wanted to see BC, and travel to new places when I feel like it. Life moves so fast in this modernized world so being able to disconnect and go see the beauty the world has to offer and obviously climbing is exactly what I would do.
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Day 19 - Recognizing a growth mindset in others

 Opposite of yesterdays post today we are talking about recognizing growth mindset. My dad has always been someone to display a growth mindset, although he may not even know what it is he is able to implement it into his everyday challenges. Whenever he feels frustrated at something or does something wrong rather than quickly placing blame or quitting he adjusts his mentality to either think outside the box or just tell himself "you got this". Living with someone who demonstrates this mentality lets me see it on almost a constant basis which is helpful towards seeing a growth mindset in myself.
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Day 18 - Recognizing a fixed mindset in others

 I have a friend I climb with quite often, him and I are fairly similar in skill level with the only separation between us being mindset. He is a very strong climber but their fixed mindset puts a strong roof on their performance. When approaching a challenging climb if they don't complete the climb within 10 or so attempts their frustration and false hope begins to set in. Besides just visual anger and frustration their attempts afterwards lead to no better results which leads to just more frustration. Although climbing is very frustrating and it's easy to feel false hope it only impacts your own ability. Seeing this mindset in them has taught me how important it is to practice growth mindset in not only climbing but all sports, as your physical performance is determined by your mental mindset.
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Day 17 - Reflecting on mindset

 Rock climbing has been quite the emotional roller coaster lately. At first, I'm stuck in this mindset where I'm thinking, "I can't do this; it's too much." Doubts flood in, and I start second-guessing my ability. But then, amidst the frustration, I catch myself. I decide to switch gears, embracing a growth mindset instead. I see the challenge as a chance to learn and get better. Each failed attempt counts towards new learning, "I fell here because... how can I do it differently to not fall on my next attempt". It's not just about completing the climbs, it's about conquering self-doubt. Shifting to a growth mindset not only helped me reach the top but transformed frustration into a badge of resilience and a reminder that we're all a work in progress on and off the climbing wall.
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Day 16 - Learn from others

 In Angela Lee Duckworth's TED talk, "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance," she compellingly explores the principles of growth and learning. Duckworth emphasizes the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for personal and professional development, encouraging a proactive approach to obstacles. Her insights on reframing failures as integral to the learning process prompt a fresh perspective on setbacks. Duckworth advocates for a lifelong commitment to learning, beyond formal education, and highlights the significance of networking and collaboration in cultivating a growth mindset. Her talk embraces challenges, learning from failures, continuous learning, and the power of networking as transformative elements in the journey of personal and professional development. Duckworth's TED talk serves as a catalyst for adopting a mindset of grit and growth in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of life.
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Day 15 - Ideal relationships

 I've been thinking about what exactly makes a relationship ideal, whether it's romantic or business. We often picture it as this smooth, no-disagreement scenario, but that seems a bit too perfect, you know? Embracing a growth mindset in relationships is like realizing it's okay to have differences, it's not about avoiding them but navigating through together. The perfect relationship might not be the one without any bumps, it's the one where you both grow through the disagreements. It's like acknowledging, "We see things differently, let's figure this out and learn from it.". Today's reflection is making me value the real, imperfect, and authentic side of relationships a bit more. It's like understanding that growth isn't just a solo journey, it's something you do together, even when things aren't picture-perfect.
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