Life is unpredictable and has elements of luck. There is a weak, probabilistic relationship in predicting outcomes. Grit, self control, and socioeconomic status all play a role but are not entirely determinative. The complex unfolding of a human life makes it difficult to predict. Grit is the perseverance and passion for long term goals. The ability to delay gratification is related to grit.
What does it take to persevere and succeed, not just in our careers but in all aspects of our lives? For psychologist Angela Duckworth, the answer can be summed up in one concept: grit. She explains the ingredients in grit and the experiences that make one person persist where another gives up — and offers concrete steps to instill grit early in life and sustain it.
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