// Glossary
Self-Efficacy
6 topics
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The Value of Having Skills to Live in Nature
The belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task. Acquiring skills to live in nature strongly fosters this belief, based on Bandura's theory.
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Where Does Perfectionism in Making Come From?
The belief that one is capable of doing something. Strong perfectionism can easily shake this sense.
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The Value of Having Time for Making in Life
The real feeling of 'I can do it'. A sense easily gained through making things.
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Where Does Interest in Learning Come From?
The belief that one can succeed in learning. In Bandura's theory, an important predictor of motivation, explaining individual differences in gaps.
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How Does Life Change as You Become Able to Make More Things?
The belief or confidence that 'I can do it.' As the number of things one can make increases, the sense of 'I can do it too' strengthens, raising motivation for challenges and resilience.
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What Do You Feel When You Notice a 'Hole' in Your Own Knowledge?
The belief that one can learn and grow. The key is whether awareness of a hole raises or lowers this.