What is grit and why does it matter? In this podcast episode, Brooke & Faren talk about chapters 1-5 and all about grit. Whether you call it mental toughness, mindset stamina, or some other name, it all circles back to one simple word. Grit.
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Showing Up
Showing up is easy to define, but not easy to execute. It takes hard work to show up every single day and do your best. What is MORE important than your credentials is your relentlessness. Determination AND direction make all the difference. Showing up gives you experience, which is key!
Distracted by Talent
So many times we are comparing ourselves to highlight reels. We all want to be successful, but are we willing to do what it takes to be our best selves? Look at the image below. How are you able to relate to this? What are you willing to do in order to live your best life?
Effort Counts Twice
How do you measure grit? Greatness is doable, it’s just small, simple acts strung together. Angela Duckworth has scientifically proven the formula below. We are excited to see what she comes up with next!
How Gritty Are You?
Having a goal hierarchy will absolutely help you strive in life. Goals are important, but do you remember to figure out your roadmap on how to achieve those goals? Make sure you have your high level goals, the mid-level goals, and low level goals that all circle back to the top. To double check if your goal hierarchy has better odds of being successful, make sure they are unified, aligned, & organized. Also, check out the grit scale in your copy of the book to see how you score on the quiz! Need a copy of the book? Here’s an affiliate link where you can ORDER YOUR COPY HERE TODAY!
Grit Grows
Nature vs nurture; the great debate. Is grit hereditary or is it something that changes due to circumstance? The answer? Grit takes BOTH nature and nurture into account. You cannot control the hand your were dealt, but you can control what you do with those cards. Refuse to stay stuck. Get gritty and grow today!
