Self-reflection and how to implement a growth mindset
Author: Kari Jackson
Communication is so important, especially in today’s world. With so much going on at once, it can be difficult to set aside time and truly take in what is going on around you and realize how it’s impacting your life. Self-reflection is essential and is a great tool that can help you become your best self. This can take on different forms for everyone and it doesn’t have to be an extreme change to your day. By making small positive changes over time, you are taking steps to becoming the best version of yourself. Taking a few moments out of your day to reflect on what happened is a great way to start. Whether you journal, share it with others, or meditate internally, reflecting is an amazing way to stay grateful and give insight on areas where you would like to improve. Spending time in nature is a great way to feel grounded and connect with yourself in a peaceful way. Taking a walk or just sitting outside is a good way to wind down and meditate on the day. There are many ways you can reflect and it’s a great habit to implement. One easy way to do this is to use the rose, bud, thorn method. If you haven’t heard of this, it is a quick and easy way to reflect. Rose represents something that went well in your day, thorn is for something that went bad, and bud is something you are looking forward to. By taking the time each day to think about your rose, bud, and thorn, you can make sure you are showing gratitude for every day. Even on the bad days, there are always things to be grateful for and it helps turn your mindset around.
Speaking of mindsets, having a growth mindset is another great way to help increase happiness and self-worth. A growth mindset takes effort, and you must work on being present. This is where the self-reflection comes into play. It is a huge part of having a growth mindset and it makes the concept easier to carry on in your life. A growth mindset is when someone views learning and growth as something that can be improved with work and effort. This differs from a fixed mindset where one thinks that skills and talents are an innate ability and believes that some traits are unchangeable. Having a growth mindset is essential because it changes the opportunities that can come your way. By believing in yourself and your abilities, you will project yourself in a more confident and capable way. Those that are willing to learn and tackle new challenges are bound to be more successful than those who shy away from them because they fear failure. Failure is a part of learning and that is how we grow. By embracing failure, you learn from your mistakes and gain confidence for the next time. Tackling challenges makes you more resilient and helps you grow as a person. I am a firm believer in fake it until you make it. By exuding confidence, this not only projects that idea onto others, but over time, you will begin to feel naturally confident. Having a growth mindset is great for situations where you feel like you might not be good enough. Everyone starts somewhere and it’s important to remember that we can’t be perfect at everything. By taking the time to learn and grow, you will be able to reach your goals. Keeping a growth mindset implemented in your life will not only help with reaching your life goals, but it helps with the mental aspects of life as well. Knowing that there is always room to grow and believing in your abilities is crucial to creating a positive self-image. You can sculpt your life and make it what you want, but you need to start by believing in yourself and setting yourself up for success.
Reflection is such a great tool for showing gratitude and celebrating the wins in your life. We can learn from our mistakes and use them to propel future successes. Utilize a growth mindset and drive your dreams into fruition. You are in control of your life and by building yourself up and remaining confident, you can achieve anything.