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Developing a Growth Mindset.

Author: Jefferson O Imgbi

Date: Friday, May 16, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind."            
— Romans 12:2  

The Series Subtitle: Developing a Growth Mindset. Part 6

Affirmation: "I renew my mind daily. Every challenge is a chance to grow, every failure a step forward, and every limitation a lie I no longer believe."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 6: Surrounding Yourself with Growth – The Influence of Your Environment

Your environment either nurtures growth or stunts it. Elisha followed Elijah closely because he recognised the value of being around someone who had direction and discipline. That decision changed his life. Who and what you surround yourself with matter. Voices shape values. Atmosphere fuels attitude. If you want to grow, place yourself where growth is happening—where truth is spoken, excellence is expected, and purpose is normalised.

Staying in stagnant spaces produces stagnant thinking. Conversations soaked in negativity, circles that fear change, and habits of comfort can quietly drain your potential. But when you step into environments of growth, your mindset expands. You are challenged to stretch, to learn, to rise. Exposure creates elevation. The people around you either multiply your momentum or subtract from your purpose.

Today, evaluate your surroundings. Who feeds your growth? Who drains it? What routines, media, or inputs do you need to adjust? Growth does not just require intention—it requires an environment. To grow consistently, you must plant yourself in places that expect more from you and bring the best out of you.

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Connect

Think about someone in your life who stretches you—who challenges you to think better, speak better, or live better. Then, think of someone who constantly doubts, criticises, or settles. The contrast is clear. Growth is not just internal; it is relational. Your surroundings influence your standards. Choose wisely.

Extend

Jesus surrounded Himself with teachable disciples. Paul travelled with Timothy and Silas—people who could carry the mission. Ruth aligned herself with Naomi, and it changed her destiny. The Bible consistently shows that alignment determines advancement. Let these stories push you to invest in growth-based relationships and purposeful places.

Reflection And Application

List five influences you engage with regularly—people, platforms, or patterns. Identify which ones build you and which ones block you. Then, make one intentional change to shift your environment toward growth—join a learning space, distance yourself from unhelpful conversations, or schedule time with people who challenge you. Your environment will either help or hinder your progress.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson O Imgbi

"Where you grow is shaped by where you go. Surround yourself with people and places that pull your potential forward."

Inspirational Quote Video and Audio

Let Us Pray

May God bless your heart with wisdom to choose relationships and environments that nurture your calling. May He remove every influence that limits your growth and replace it with voices of truth, excellence, and encouragement. Let your atmosphere reflect your assignment, and may your connections push you into purpose. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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Here are the links to some of our YouTube Playlist:

Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship