In Dweck's article, “Brainology,” she states that “children praised for their intelligence lose their confidence as the problems become more difficult” ( 3). I believe Dweck's theory was correct because in my case I was told "Wow, great job, you're so smart!" it made me think that I should always opt for the easy problems so that I can continue to be praised and called “smart.” He said that kids who end up with a “growth mindset” are told things like “…..You must have worked really hard” because it made them maintain their motivation and performance. (3). So when my teacher announced that the final math exam was approaching and gave us all the study guides, I went straight to my tutors and solved all the math problems, without notes, and I felt really good about myself, even my teacher was shocked, but I'm very proud that I did it and achieved my goal because I proved her wrong; I know he thought I was a "stupid" student who didn't try. I wouldn't say I had a growth mindset after that experience, but I definitely think I'm in the midst of a fixed and growth mindset. Now, when I don't succeed at something, I always give it my all