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Does self-help ... help? The problem with pop psychology

All In The Mind

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The Limits of Grit as a Predictor

This chapter explores the limitations of using grit as a predictor of achievement, highlighting its performance compared to intelligence scores and the absence of known methods to increase grit. It also discusses the overall harm of focusing on simple fixes and stresses the importance of addressing structural issues.

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