Ability vs Effort praising affects [Video]

Does telling people they are smart makes them act dumb? Are kids who were praised for their intelligence tend to avoid challenges? Too many questions sprinting. Here is a team which did a social experiment and this what they have to say.

This misconception makes people disinterested to do anything about improving creativity. But the fact is, Intelligence isn’t a fixed state, it’s something that grows – as long as you have a growing mindset. 

So, Be cautious the next time when you have to praise someone.

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