Book #4 - Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth

From Angela: "Grit is passion and perseverance for long-term goals. One way to think about grit is to consider what grit isn’t. Grit isn’t talent. Grit isn’t luck. Grit isn’t how intensely, for the moment, you want something.
Instead, grit is about having what some researchers call an ”ultimate concern”-a goal you care about so much that it organizes and gives meaning to almost everything you do. And grit is holding steadfast to that goal. Even when you fall down. Even when you screw up. Even when progress toward that goal is halting or slow.
Talent and luck matter to success. But talent and luck are no guarantee of grit. And in the very long run, I think grit may matter as least as much, if not more."
Highlights:
00:00 - Intro
03:23 - Why Angela wrote the book Grit
07:01 - What is Grit?
09:10 - The development of a passion
12:29 - Talent vs hard work
16:43 - Grit equations
23:05 - (1) Interest (2) Practice (3) Purpose (4) Hope
37:19 - Parenting tips for raising children with Grit
40:05 - Does more Grit = less happiness?
43:52 - Practical action step to have more Grit
46:00 - What is success and how can I be successful?
If you are interested in learning more about Angela's work please visit angeladuckworth.com/ or listen to her podcast with Stephen Dubner: No Stupid Questions
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[@athaliashallumlalwet8181]

I remember Angela in her Ted Talk in which she shared the study that she also explained in this video. Grit is passion and perseverance for very long-term goals. Grit is having stamina. Grit is sticking with your future, day in, day out, not just for the week, not just for the month, but for years, and working really hard to make that future a reality. Grit is living life like it's a marathon, not a sprint. This is the one charecteristic that emerged as a significant predictor of success. Grit is about commitment, there are many talented, smarter, and hard working individuals that do not follow through with their commitment, so how do we teach people to have grit? How can parents educate their children on having perseverance for their success? And the honest answer is we don't know, which Angela says in her TED Talk. The most likely thing that people can learn to have grit is the growth mindset, people must not be afraid to fail, they must know that the ability to learn is not fixed and that we should on our own effort be hungry for knowledge.

[@simpliztixsme7424]

Angela is a concrete example of a person with "Grit" which made her very effective in communicating her thoughts so well before anyone.

[@kevinmendoza3406]

This podcast is so interesting that it can change your perspective in life. The book of Ms. Angela about The Grit teaches us on how to go deeper to do out purpose in life. She defines the Grit as the combination of perseverance and passion for a long term goal and that’s what I embraced about her talk in this. This podcast will help a lot of younger generations on finding the right path and purpose of life to determine what they really wanted to achieve and get in life.

[@josephcruz1611]

There's no arguing that grit is amazing. Angela's research over the previous decade or more is summarized in a straightforward, educational, and amusing manner. The book also contains advice on how to create grit in ourselves and others. Few individuals would not profit from reading this book. In our standardized testing society, grit serves as a helpful reminder that focusing just on ability and potential might obscure the importance of other critical success factors.The book also offers advice on how to develop grit in ourselves and others. This book would only assist a small number of individuals.

[@miguelcalaunan7681]

A person with true grit has passion and perseverance. Goals are set and followed through. A person who works really hard to follow through on commitments has true grit. Ms. Angel told on how she manage being a successful writer while being mother and raising her kids, that she can manage to do both. Ms. Angela's research over the last decade or more is very interesting, informative, uncomplicated or not difficult to understand and especially very entertaining. Ms. Angela reminds me to become hardworking, stay focus to achieve success.

[@marygracemorena6053]

There is no doubt about it: grit is fantastic. It's a clear, informative, and entertaining review of Angela's research over the last decade or so. The book also includes tips on how to cultivate grit and how we can support grit in others. There are few people who would not benefit from this book. Grit is a good reminder in this standardized testing culture that an exclusive focus on ability and potential can distract us from the importance of other variables important for success. It's troubling to me, however, how the media and the Grit publicity machine have framed Angela's research. Grit is frequently referred to as the "anti-IQ," as if there is some sort of competition or tension between grit and talent. For example, I've read a number of articles claiming that "grit is the true secret to success" and that "forget talent, success comes from grit." Another criticism I have of the book's reception is that people are treating the concept of grit as if it were brand new. As if no one in the history of psychology has ever studied things like passion, perseverance, hope, and so on. This is a travesty, because there have been so many other researchers who have worked tirelessly to advance our scientific understanding of the many topics covered in Grit.

[@christinefrancisco1592]

The talk taught us that having the power of passion and perseverance is having a growth mindset, which we should have. The goal of the talk is to teach the listener how to overcome things when they fall down, screwed up and the progress towards the goal is slow. We should strive no matter how hard we struggle. The goal is to have a passion for trying things out for us to learn. The power of passion and perseverance is having a growth mindset and the ability to learn is not fixed. We have a tendency to believe that failure is not permanent.

[@jamiesantander2890]

This video is a very good insight into Mrs. Angela and she wrote the book "GRIT" about her thoughts then she is an amazing writer. She shared her experience and how she managed to be successful as a writer especially being parenting and how she combined her time as a writer as a mother raising her child. Mrs. Angela is a great amazing writer and the best mom. I am really inspired by her. Be hardworking and focus necessary to achieve our goals. So, Thank you for your sharing and giving inspiration, the is the best book. Mrs. Angel said moving in a direction with consistency and endurance, is like having a clear inner compass that guides all your decisions and actions.

[@zensvlognotapro]

I wanna buy Grit book soon 🖐️🤗. Huge success on Angela for writing this book. I can say I Am a woman with Grit 😊

[@daenielnicolemanalo4694]

Mrs. Angel told the audience how she managed to be a successful writer while still being a mother and raising a kid. She is a gifted writer who wrote the book GRIT on her thoughts. Angela's research over the last decade or more is described in an easy-to-understand, instructive, and entertaining way. The book also includes suggestions for cultivating grit in ourselves and others. Few people would benefit from reading this book.

[@ngurahrayana]

Thanks for the podcast, always love what Angela Duckworth says, it hits diffrent 💯.

[@paradigmshiftingbooks1469]

Thanks for listening! Angela is amazing!

[@adamduran8921]

Angela's insight into the power of passion and perseverance through Grit as Amazing!! I feel like growing up I used to be that guy with insecurities and low self esteem because I felt I couldn't measure up. But, now, through running marathons (4XBQr) and a 30 yr law enforcement career promoting to the rank of Lieutenant. I know that if a kid like me from the other side of the tracks can do it, anyone can. Thank you for posting this Amazing podcast with Angela Duckworth. I'm just finishing up her book today.

[@paradigmshiftingbooks1469]

@@adamduran8921 you sound like an inspiration! I agree that Angela's insight into Grit has been life changing. Thanks for watching and listening to the podcast.

[@sherzodmuhammadolimov8610]

you are a good teacher Angela

[@strideinsmallsteps7644]

Thanks for a meaningful conversation

[@aldusjoaquindeguzman9139]

Ma’am Angel explained how she achieved to be a great writer while still being a mother and raising a child to the audience. She is a great writer who based her views on the book GRIT. Angela's research over the previous decade or so is explained in an accessible, educational, and amusing manner. The book also offers advice on how to develop grit in ourselves and others. This book would only assist a small number of individuals.

[@rcz2023]

Thank you !

[@mujtabasharif6428]

What is the name that book by your grandfather?