Many adults believe in punishment, whether it’s timeouts, spanking, or loss of privileges. “Kids need consequences for bad behavior,” parents often tell me. Young children do need us to pay attention ...

Embracing mistakes is crucial for children's growth, as they are proof of effort and not failure. This perspective fosters ...

In the fast-paced environment, success and failure belong to the adaptors, innovators, and sailors through tough times. Yet, it is the risk-taking aspect of life that gives children a chance to ...

In a world where errors are inevitable, it’s vital we approach them with the right mindset; we can either let them define us or use them as catalysts for growth. The Fast Company Executive Board is a ...

This article was first published in the Mindset Works newsletter. We can deepen our own and our students' understanding of mistakes, which are not all created equal, and are not always desirable.