Growth Mindset as a Factor of Success in the Domain of Living according to Sufficiency Economy

Authors

  • Kannikar Khaw-Ngern, Phramaha Tawee Mahāpañño, Lampong Klomkul, Chainarong Khaw-Ngern, Phramaha Taywin Varapanyo

Abstract

The purposes of this article were 1) to analyze the local intellectuals’ mindset, and 2) to propose how growth mindset increases individual goal achievement in the domain of living according to Sufficiency Economy. Qualitative was used for research design. Documentary and in-depth interview of 55 local intellectuals as key informants were used for data collection. Research tool was interview form and data were analyzed by content analysis. Results indicated that 1) local intellectuals, as successful people in the sufficiency economy, have both growth mindset and fixed mindset. However, they can choose to face negative situation by growth mindset approach. 2) Self-motivation was the approach how growth mindset increase individual goal achievement in the domain of living according to Sufficiency Economy. Sufficiency Economy is a philosophy that stresses the middle path as an overriding principle for appropriate conduct by the populace at all levels. This applies to conduct starting from the level of families to communities and to the nation in terms of development and administration, so as to modernize in line with the forces of globalization. 'Sufficiency' means moderation, reasonableness, and the need for self-immunity to protect from impacts arising from internal and external change. A way of life based on patience, perseverance, diligence, wisdom and prudence is indispensable in creating balance and in coping appropriately with critical challenges arising from extensive and rapid socioeconomic, environmental, and cultural changes in the world.

Published

2020-02-29

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