Two Mindsets: Fixed vs. Growth
The core concept of the talk is the distinction between two mindsets. A "fixed mindset" is the belief that your intelligence, abilities, and talents are fixed traits that you're born with and cannot change. People with a fixed mindset see challenges as risks and failure as a devastating judgment of their core abilities. In contrast, a "growth mindset" is the belief that your abilities can be developed through dedication, effort, and good strategies. People with a growth mindset embrace challenges, persist through setbacks, and see failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.