QUIZ: How growth minded are you?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Today is going all kinds of wrong — you spilled your favorite coffee, then get stuck in traffic on the way to work... How do you deal?

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  • A.
    I close my eyes and take 3 deep belly breaths — a bit of spilled espresso ain't going to ruin my day!
  • B.
    I try to repress my frustration but still feel totally frazzled. It throws off my day for sure.
  • C.
    I can’t stop reprimanding myself... Ugh, why can’t I get anything right? Sometimes I feel totally incapable!
• 2.
  From 1-10, how strongly do you believe your ability to accomplish what you want when you set out to try something new?

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  • A.
    1-4 — I've broken so many promises to myself over the years. I like the idea of achieving something, but I just can't seem to follow through.
  • B.
    5-7 — I'm pretty good. There are definitely some things I've set out to do over the years that I've done and am proud of. There's still a lot I'd love to finally do that I've been thinking about.
  • C.
    8-10 — If I make a promise to myself, it's already in the bag! No one can stop me when I've got my sights on something.
• 3.
  What do you ask or tell yourself the most when trying something new?

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  • A.
    What’s wrong with me... I try so hard and blow it every time.
  • B.
    What new angle could I try here? There's got to be a way.
  • C.
    I hope this works! 🤞
• 4.
  Your boss tells you your latest project isn't quite up to par. How do you deal?

  • A.
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    I nod my head and keep a straight face. But inside, I’m screaming "I just can't do this!"…
  • B.
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    I have to bite back my tears. I feel terrible that I’ve let her down — I can’t make anyone happy. Not even myself.
  • C.
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    I thank her for her feedback. I understand her perspective, and I'm excited to use that feedback to create something even better.
• 5.
  What song best describes you?

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  • A.
    Everybody Hurts - R.E.M.
  • B.
    Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) - Kelly Clarkson
  • C.
    It's the Hard-Knock Life - Annie (Movie)
• 6.
  Your sister's friend nails the job you've been dreaming about for years. Meanwhile, you're still at your job that you get the Sunday Scaries at. How do you deal?

  • A.
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    So you're telling me there's a chance... If she can do it, so can I!
  • B.
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    F her! Every time she's around I'm outta here - I don't want to hear about how good it is.
  • C.
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    It's fine. Dream jobs like that happen to lucky people and I guess she got her break.
• 7.
  You crack open a fortune cookie... What message do you get?

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  • A.
    Today is your day to get out of your comfort zone and try something new! Get out there 👊
  • B.
    You're on fire! Don't forget to stop and smell the roses along the way.
  • C.
    A journey starts with 1 small step. You've got this!
• 8.
  I set big, audacious goals for myself.

  • A.
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    True
  • B.
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    False

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Your growth mindset is… beginning to bud! 

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  Friend, you may have trouble believing this, but you can go after the life you want and actually get it. A fixed mindset is the belief that intelligence, talent, and other qualities are innate and unchangeable. If you're not good at something, you'll never be good at it. By contrast, a growth mindset means you believe intelligence and talent can be developed with practice and effort.How does this fixed mindset impact you? It usually translates into avoiding challenges in life, giving up easily, and becoming intimidated or threatened by the success of other people. This is in part because a fixed mindset doesn't see intelligence and talent as something you develop—it's believed to be something you "are".Lucky for us, it's possible to shift that fixed mindset into one that's more growth-focused!In the words of Carol Dweck in her bestselling book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, “Mindset change is not about picking up a few pointers here and there. It's about seeing things in a new way. When people...change to a growth mindset, they change from a judge-and-be-judged framework to a learn-and-help-learn framework. Their commitment is to growth, and growth takes plenty of time, effort, and mutual support.”Ready to boost your growth mindset even more? Try these 3 strategies...1. Make positivity a daily practice! A little bit of optimism goes a long way, friend. Whether it’s gratitude journaling or meditating, find an activity that lifts you up and do it on the regular.2. Continue to choose a growth mindset every day. Instead of seeing failure as a dead-end, view it as an opportunity to learn. Your mind is forever expanding. Just because you didn’t do so well at a task doesn’t mean you can’t — with a bit of practice — win big!3. Try something new! When you learn something new, the neurons involved in the learning experience grow and form new connections. Your brain is super malleable and that means, you can shift your mindset to do anything you want to achieve!Hey there, and welcome 👋 I'm Sarah, podcast host and founder of Deliciously Alive! Where we're all about exploring what’s possible when we allow ourselves the full human experience and opportunity to uncover what truly lights us up. We focus on staying curious, being brave and taking inspired action toward that delicious life meant especially for each of us.Cultivating my own growth mindset is one of my favorite things and I can't wait to take this journey together. Even if you’re not always 100% there for yourself yet, I’ve got your back.Check out these ah-mazing resources to develop your growth mindset.1. Subscribe to my podcast Deliciously Alive featuring open, honest and relatable episodes from amazing guests and my own experiences to shift you into a growth mindset and lead you through building an incredible life!2. Check out this post on my blog. I breakdown what a growth vs. fixed mindset is + how you can shift into a way of thinking that serves you 🙌3. Follow me on Instagram for inspiration! From perspective shifts, expert features on the things that make your life awesome (like health, wealth, mindset, relationships and more!) to my favorite guided meditations, I’ve got you covered!Plus expect to see me in your inbox with transformational tips that I only share with my insiders ✨
• 2.
  Your growth mindset is… about to bloom! 

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  Friend, you’re on your way to cultivating a growth mindset! You see what's possible and by creating intention and focus, you'll be creating a can-do attitude that will transform all the areas of your life. A growth mindset isn’t just about setting big goals — it's about believing that intelligence and creativity, as well as things like love and friendship, can be grown and cultivated with practice and time. And about developing trust in the person who you'll have most important relationship you’ll ever have with (yourself!).Plus by honoring learning and openness as your go-to, you’ll have more energy to go after those things you desire. How do you get there? In the words of Carol Dweck in her bestselling book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, ““Picture your brain forming new connections as you meet the challenge and learn. Keep on going.”Ready to boost your growth mindset even more? Try these 3 strategies...1. Make positivity a daily practice! A little bit of optimism goes a long way, friend. Whether it’s gratitude journaling or meditating, find an activity that lifts you up and do it on the regular.2. Continue to choose a growth mindset every day. Instead of seeing failure as a dead-end, view it as an opportunity to learn. Your mind is forever expanding. Just because you didn’t do so well at a task doesn’t mean you can’t — with a bit of practice — win big!3. Try something new! When you learn something new, the neurons involved in the learning experience grow and form new connections. Your brain is super malleable and that means, you can shift your mindset to do anything you want to achieve!Hey there, and welcome 👋 I'm Sarah, podcast host and founder of Deliciously Alive! Where we're all about exploring what’s possible when we allow ourselves the full human experience and opportunity to uncover what truly lights us up. We focus on staying curious, being brave and taking inspired action toward that delicious life meant especially for each of us.Cultivating my own growth mindset is one of my favorite things and I can't wait to take this journey together. Even if you’re not always 100% there for yourself yet, I’ve got your back.Check out these ah-mazing resources to develop your growth mindset.1. Subscribe to my podcast Deliciously Alive featuring open, honest and relatable episodes from amazing guests and my own experiences to shift you into a growth mindset and lead you through building an incredible life!2. Check out this post on my blog. I breakdown what a growth vs. fixed mindset is + how you can shift into a way of thinking that serves you 🙌3. Follow me on Instagram for inspiration! From perspective shifts, expert features on the things that make your life awesome (like health, wealth, mindset, relationships and more!) to my favorite guided meditations, I’ve got you covered!Plus expect to see me in your inbox with transformational tips that I only share with my insiders ✨
• 3.
  Your growth mindset is… in full flower! 

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  Congratulations friend, you know that your mindset is basically the answer to creating an incredible life!In the words of Carol Dweck in her bestselling book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, “In a growth mindset, people believe that their most basic abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work—brains and talent are just the starting point. This view creates a love of learning and a resilience that is essential for great accomplishment.”This is the ultimate way to live and in adopting this attitude, you'll have everything you want in lie and more!Give yourself a big pat on the back! You could basically teach a class on growth mindset. Ready to boost your growth mindset even more? Try these 3 strategies...1. Make positivity a daily practice! A little bit of optimism goes a long way, friend. Whether it’s gratitude journaling or meditating, find an activity that lifts you up and do it on the regular.2. Continue to choose a growth mindset every day. Instead of seeing failure as a dead-end, view it as an opportunity to learn. Your mind is forever expanding. Just because you didn’t do so well at a task doesn’t mean you can’t — with a bit of practice — win big!3. Try something new! When you learn something new, the neurons involved in the learning experience grow and form new connections. Your brain is super malleable and that means, you can shift your mindset to do anything you want to achieve!Hey there, and welcome 👋 I'm Sarah, podcast host and founder of Deliciously Alive! Where we're all about exploring what’s possible when we allow ourselves the full human experience and opportunity to uncover what truly lights us up. We focus on staying curious, being brave and taking inspired action toward that delicious life meant especially for each of us.Cultivating my own growth mindset is one of my favorite things and I can't wait to take this journey together. Even if you’re not always 100% there for yourself yet, I’ve got your back.Check out these ah-mazing resources to develop your growth mindset.1. Subscribe to my podcast Deliciously Alive featuring open, honest and relatable episodes from amazing guests and my own experiences to shift you into a growth mindset and lead you through building an incredible life!2. Check out this post on my blog. I breakdown what a growth vs. fixed mindset is + how you can shift into a way of thinking that serves you 🙌3. Follow me on Instagram for inspiration! From perspective shifts, expert features on the things that make your life awesome (like health, wealth, mindset, relationships and more!) to my favorite guided meditations, I’ve got you covered!Plus expect to see me in your inbox with transformational tips that I only share with my insiders ✨