

Getting Grit by Caroline Adams Miller (Heroic Wisdom Daily)
5 snips Aug 3, 2025
Explore the essence of authentic grit with insights from Caroline Adams Miller. Discover how passion, persistence, and purpose intertwine to create true grit essential for lasting success. The discussion emphasizes the importance of inspiring leadership and the cautious distinction between genuine grit and its counterfeit forms. Learn strategies for cultivating resilience and overcoming obstacles on your journey to success.
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Authentic Grit Defined
- True grit combines passion, persistence, and purpose driven by character, not mere toughness.
- Authentic grit uplifts others and inspires leadership, making it a communal force.
How to Cultivate Real Grit
- Develop grit by setting goals, practicing deliberately, and embracing challenges.
- Avoid counterfeit grit like fake toughness or perfectionism that drain energy.
Purpose Fuels Grit
- Purpose-driven goals sustain gritty persistence over time.
- You don't need to be born gritty; grit is a skill that anyone can build.