think you know the right way to do something

You might, for example, think you know the right way to do something because you’ve been doing it a certain way for years – that’s a protective mindset. But by intentionally asking yourself if that is the best way, or even trying a different approach, you can foster a more curious outlook. “Being willing to learn and being willing to respond to changing circumstances is what enables you to continue to be successful,” says Clark, “and not just be the person shaking your fist at the sky.”