“Just the words "yet" or "not yet," we're finding, give kids greater confidence, give them a path into the future that creates greater persistence.”
— Carol S. Dweck, Mindset, p. 22
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Insight
A single word — "yet" — converts identity-failure into temporary status. The brain treats it differently.
Try this
For one week, every time you think "I can't do X," append "...YET." Track how often you reach for it after the week.
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