ABSTRACT
This chapter provides an opportunity for the reader to reflect upon their own mindset as it relates to a variety of parenting situations. An opportunity for reflection allows the reader to move toward a growth mindset home environment. Challenges in a “mixed mindset” family are also discussed including sample conversations with other family members. Questions are provided to help ascertain a child’s mindset tendency. The role of grades as well as flexibility and optimism are also introduced in this chapter.
