Fortunately, students with a growth mindset and a solid
sense of self-efficacy know how to use each failure
productively. The personal sting is only temporary, and
the next, thoughtful try is quickly underway. The social
embarrassment, on the other hand, emerges from the
interaction between the student and his or her peers,
teachers, and others. No one wants to look dumb or
perform poorly—even at non-essential things such as
dancing.