Since 1992, April has been observed as National Stress Awareness Month. Stress Awareness Month is an important time to recognize the impact of stress on our mental and physical health. During this month, we are encouraged to take the time to become more aware of the signs and symptoms [...]
Are you looking for ways to expand your horizons and adopt a growth mindset? A growth mindset is an approach to learning and life in which one sees challenges not as obstacles, but as opportunities. It’s based on the idea that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible. [...]
When it comes to achieving personal growth and success, two distinct mindsets are often encountered: fixed and growth mindset. While these two mindsets may appear similar on the surface, there are some key differences that should be considered in order to achieve optimal progress. Fixed Mindset A fixed mindset [...]
For years I have watched the efforts of financial educators to teach the hard skills of Financial Literacy. Hard skills include banking, budgeting, retirement and more. While I agree that these skills are critical to posses for all of us, they do not take the most important part of [...]
Growth mindset has become a bit of a buzzword as of late. But knowing about something and truly understanding it are two very different things. Here are a couple of common misconceptions people have when it comes to comprehending what growth mindset really means. 1: A growth mindset is not [...]
A growth mindset is critical for achieving personal and professional success. You have to believe that growth is possible and that you can choose the direction you want to change. Here are 7 tips for helping you cultivate a growth mindset and reach your full potential. #1: Learn to [...]
In our last post, we explored what it means to have a growth mindset. Remember that growth mindset is the belief that your abilities and intelligence can be developed over time through hard work and dedication. This stands in contrast to a fixed mindset, which is the belief [...]
March is recognized as National Optimism Month. So what is optimism? Optimism is the tendency to expect positive outcomes and to see situations in a favorable light. Optimistic people believe that good things will happen to them and that they have the ability to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. [...]
Have you ever heard the phrase "growth mindset" and wondered what it means? In short, a growth mindset is the belief that your abilities and intelligence can be developed over time through hard work and dedication. This stands in contrast to a fixed mindset, which is the belief that [...]
National Leadership Day is observed on February 20th each year. Leadership is an important quality that can be beneficial in a variety of situations from the workplace to everyday life. Being a leader requires certain skills and knowledge, but these qualities don't have to come naturally; anyone can cultivate their [...]