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Grit & self development

Below are the best resources we could find on Grit and self development.

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The Difference Between Winning and Succeeding | John Wooden

With profound simplicity, Coach John Wooden redefines success and urges us all to pursue the best in ourselves. In this inspiring talk he shares the advice he gave his players at UCLA, quotes poetry and remembers his father’s wisdom.

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FindCenterExperience is not what happens to a man; it is what a man does with what happens to him.

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How to Think Like a Roman Emperor: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius

Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius was the final famous Stoic philosopher of the ancient world. The Meditations, his personal journal, survives to this day as one of the most loved self-help and spiritual classics of all time.

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Going Back to School at 40 and Beyond

Are you considering furthering your education but you think you’re too old for school? Many would-be students over age 35 see age as an obstacle to continuing their educations, but some have tackled it to prove that you’re never too old for school. Here are some real-life examples.

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How to Build Willpower and Self-Discipline | Robin Sharma

World-Class Willpower: A Revolutionary New Approach to Getting Big Things Done and Creating an Epic Life With Robin Sharma

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FindCenterThe gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials.

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Unapologetically Ambitious: Take Risks, Break Barriers, and Create Success on Your Own Terms

Shellye Archambeau recounts how she overcame the challenges she faced as a young black woman, wife, and mother, managing her personal and professional responsibilities while climbing the ranks at IBM and subsequently in her roles as CEO.

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Persistence and Patience Lead Young to Hall

Most of the milestones in Steve Young's life were reached only through an extraordinary amount of persistence and patience.

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This Mechanic Quit His Job to Go to Med School in His 40s

Starting med school in your 40s is daunting, but it's never too late to chase your dreams. Carl Allamby made a midlife career change after 25 years as a mechanic. He decided to trade his socket wrench for a stethoscope and chase his dream of becoming a doctor.

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FindCenterYou can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.

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