Time for You to Start Changing Is Now

Over 30 years ago, Dr. Carol Dweck coined the terms fixed mindset and growth mindset to describe a person's underlying beliefs regarding efforts to make themselves smarter and stronger. Having the belief that change is possible can better equip you for challenging tasks where dedication and effort make a difference in the formula for success. Faith inspired fitness model and author, Kim Dolan Leto, said "If you don't change your mindset, you will go back to the same old you." So, you can't just change some of your behaviors and expect to ultimately change your way of thinking.

There is a great sense of accomplishment that people feel once they've achieved success following a results-oriented mindset, so check out the tips listed below for the best results:

• Time to Start is Now - Some people flip their switch with a brisk walk or morning jog. Find what works best for you and don't waste time getting your day started.
• Assume Change Is Possible - Looking at the possibilities and doing something to make it happen and will move your focus away from what couldn't be to what can be.
• Stop Doubting Yourself - Feeling stuck can invoke anger, apathy and other negative emotional responses when you fail to meet your goals. Accept the fact that your mindset was wrong and never create excuses.
• Focus on Real Results - Your harshest critic may actually provide you with valuable insights to help you become better at what you want to accomplish in life.
• Change Your Results Now - If you've been relying on fixed or inflexible mindsets, you must change the way you are thinking about challenges. Your actions become the practical manifestations of your thoughts.
• Invest in a Better You - The more negatively you think, the worse you'll feel about your journey.

If you tried to make new habits stick only to fall back into your old way of doing things, it can be discouraging, but stick with it. Your brain builds connections every time you repeat a behavior, so that change becomes easier and less taxing. To make the best decisions when taking risks, you have to remain focused on the rewards while being less concerned about the risks. In other words, you are not worried about failing. Wishing yourself into a growth mindset doesn't work for most people. A more effective approach involves taking control of your life and mentally empowering yourself to meet new challenges.