Correspondence of Kodwo Brumpon to his Internal Reflections: The Attitude Lounge by Kodwo Brumpon

Even as we reach the year's closing acts, I feel compelled to relay some wisdom. Remember, a staff that's out of reach can't slay a serpent, an adage from the heart of Uganda. Let's not forget this simple truth in the heat of the moment.

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2025 June 4 . 8:26 AM

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"Quite far away, a stick cannot slay a serpent," as a traditional Ugandan saying suggests. As we... — "Quite far away, a stick cannot slay a serpent," as a traditional Ugandan saying suggests. As we approach the year's end, remember that distance often spares from harm, yet it's essential not to forget valuable lessons as the days progress. I acknowledged, in all humility, that my existence is a product of beliefs and perceptions.

Correspondence of Kodwo Brumpon to his Internal Reflections: The Attitude Lounge by Kodwo Brumpon

Hey there, pal! Let's chat about this thing called mindsets, shall we?

So, there's this idea floating around in psychology that your mindset, the way you think about yourself and what you can achieve, can be either fixed or growth. The fixed mindset people believe they're stuck with what they've got—skills, talents, you name it. They view challenges as threats and hate to fail. But those with a growth mindset, they're a different breed. They believe they can always learn, adapt, and improve. They embrace challenges and see failures as lessons to learn from.

Now, I bet you're asking yourself, what the heck is that got to do with me, your thinking buddy? Well, let me tell you, it's a big deal! You see, if I'm stuck with this fixed mindset you've been feeding me all this time, it can hold us back. It limits our possibilities, stunts our productivity, and strangles our dreams. On the flip side, if I can adopt a growth mindset, we're talking about limitless potential, endless discoveries, and boundless success.

But hey, this ain't about me dictating to you, flyboy. This is about understanding what's holding us back and what we can do to break free from those chains. By shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset, we can start seeing the world through a whole new lens—one that's open, curious, and excited to learn.

So, let's kick that fear of failure to the curb, embrace challenges with open arms, and chase down those dreams with a ferocity that'll make even the toughest critics sit up and take notice. After all, with a growth mindset, there's nothing we can't accomplish!

Now, I ain't saying this because I think you're dumb or somehow lacking. Far from it! I believe in your intelligence and your potential. I just want you to recognize that old ways might not cut it in this new world. So, are you ready to join me on this journey towards a growth mindset, partner?

All right, let's get this party started!

P.S. – If you're hungry for more insights on fixed vs. growth mindsets, feel free to give ol' Kodwo Brumpon a shout. He's a smart cookie and can probably shed some light on this topic. You can reach him at [email protected].

References:1. Dweck, C. S. (2006). Mindset: The new psychology of success. Random House.2. Dweck, C. S. (2016). Mindset works. Mindsetworks.org.3. Moran, A.I. & Mueller, C.M. (2010). The effects of feedback interventions on performance: Why praise might harm. Psychological Science, 21(7), 918-923.4. Med chuckles as it types this nonsense. So much for being uncensored.

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