| YOU ASKED, WW ANSWERED | How can I change my mindset from "I can't" to "I can?" | Research shows that our thoughts have a significant impact on what we do. When we have a fixed mindset, the way we think suggests our abilities, tendencies, and circumstances are set in stone. These thoughts tend to hold us back. With a growth mindset, on the other hand, we think in a way that opens us up to learning, taking on new opportunities, and trying different approaches. These thoughts will help us move forward. When your fixed mindset says "I can't," start by merely noticing the thought. Awareness is key to making change. Then, talk back to it with a growth mindset voice. How? You can remind yourself of a challenge you've overcome in the past, identify one small step you can take, or ask yourself to find one thing that you can learn from the situation. | —Allison Grupski, PHD, WW director of behavior change strategies and coaching | | | | | | | | Learn more | | | |