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"Enthusiasm is common. Endurance is rare."
"Our potential is one thing. What we do with it is quite another."
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
Summary:
Duckworth explores how grit—a combination of passion and perseverance—outweighs talent in achieving long-term goals.
Duckworth shares the story of a young pianist who didn’t stand out initially but became a world-class performer through relentless practice and passion. This highlights how grit, more than talent, predicts long-term success.
Key Concepts:
Passion Drives Perseverance: Find and commit to what you love.
Effort Counts Twice: Success = Talent × Effort².
Growth Mindset: Embrace challenges as opportunities to improve.
Practice with Purpose: Focus on deliberate improvement, not just repetition.
Long-Term Vision: Keep your eyes on the ultimate goal.
Resilience: Bounce back stronger from setbacks.
Supportive Environment: Surround yourself with encouragement.
Align Interests with Goals: Passion aligns actions with purpose.
Celebrate Small Wins: Acknowledge progress to fuel motivation.
Endurance Over Instant Gratification: Stay the course despite obstacles.
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