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Grit

#172 Professor at UPenn & Author, Angela Duckworth: Grit

Jan 8, 2024
01:11:10
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Angela Duckworth, Professor at UPenn & Author, discusses the importance of passion, perseverance, and hard work. She encourages young people to pursue a life of dedication, happiness, and humor. The podcast covers topics such as being punctual, teaching grit to children, hiring gritty people, and the cost of hard work. Angela also shares insights on satisfaction, loneliness, and success as a journey.
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Quick takeaways

  • Excellence and life satisfaction are not mutually exclusive; young people should believe they can have both.
  • Having a supportive partner at home is crucial for high achievers, providing balance and perspective.

Deep dives

Importance of Chasing Excellence and Grit

Chasing excellence and being gritty does not mean sacrificing happiness and life satisfaction. The data and personal experiences suggest that many people exemplify a life of dedication, hard work, and happiness while achieving their goals. It is crucial to debunk the misconception that excellence and fulfillment are mutually exclusive. Young people should be encouraged to believe that it is possible to have both.

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