Raising Resilience: Growth Mindset Strategies Every Parent Should Know with Michelle Blais

Life Intended

In this episode, Kelly Berry talks with Michelle Blais, an elementary school teacher and mindset expert, about the importance of developing a growth mindset in children. They discuss the differences between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset, and how parents can support their children in developing a growth mindset.
Michelle shares strategies for praising children's efforts and perseverance, rather than their innate abilities, and emphasizes the importance of setting realistic goals and celebrating progress. She also discusses the role of extrinsic rewards and the impact of over-praising children. Overall, the conversation highlights the power of mindset in shaping children's confidence, resilience, and success.
In this conversation, Kelly and Michelle explore strategies for parents to help their children overcome challenges, become more resourceful, and value the process of learning. Michelle emphasizes the significance of teaching children about their brains and the impact of working through difficult tasks on brain development. They also discuss the role of self-regulation in fostering a growth mindset and creating a positive parent-child dynamic. Michelle introduces her upcoming program, which focuses on feedback, language, teaching about the brain, and self-regulation.
Resources mentioned in this Episode:

• Mindset by Carol Dweck

Connect with Michelle:

• Follow Michelle on Instagram
• Register for the Free webinar: 4 Essential Steps to Confident, Resilient Kids
• Get Michelle's Confident Kids playlist
• Get the Children's Mindset Building Book list!

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More About Kelly Berry

Kelly is a Coach, holds an MBA and is the VP of Operations at Fitness Revolution. She has a rich background in strategic planning and business management is a devoted community volunteer and an avid adventurer. Kelly believes in living life to the fullest—whether it’s running an ultramarathon, running her businesses, or spending quality time with her husband Nick Berry and daughter Vivienne. Her life is a testament to the power of resilience and intention.

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