fixed mindset

Fixed Mindset

A fixed mindset is the belief that one’s abilities are innate and unchangeable. People with a fixed mindset often:

• Avoid challenges to protect their self-esteem.
• Give up easily when faced with setbacks.
• Believe intelligence is fixed and cannot be developed.
• Focus on proving themselves rather than learning.

Contrast this with a growth mindset, where individuals believe they can develop their abilities through effort and learning.