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Grit: Traits that Matter for School, Work, and Life

2017

Grit is a combination of character traits, such as self-control, passion, and perseverance. Many modern psychologists, educators, and parents now believe it’s more important for success in life than good grades at school or an outstanding intelligence.

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Never, Ever Give Up | Diana Nyad

In the pitch-black night, stung by jellyfish, choking on salt water, singing to herself, hallucinating Diana Nyad just kept on swimming. And that’s how she finally achieved her lifetime goal as an athlete: an extreme 100-mile swim from Cuba to Florida—at age 64. Hear her story.

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2013
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Atomic Habits: How to Get 1% Better Every Day - James Clear

James Clear is an author and speaker focused on habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement. His work has appeared in the New York Times, Entrepreneur, Time, and on CBS This Morning.

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2018
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Willpower and How to Make It Work for You with Roy Baumeister at Happiness & Its Causes 2014

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2014
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09:26

Self-Discipline | Why It's Important & How to Master Self-Control

Self-discipline and willpower are two of the biggest secrets to success. Improving, cultivating, and growing your self-control and self-discipline will serve you well in both your personal and professional life.

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2017
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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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2014
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How to Increase Willpower and Self-Control to Achieve Your Goals

This video covers ways to improve your willpower and self-control. According to studies willpower is the number one thing people are missing when it comes to achieving their goals.

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2017
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4 Steps to Break a Habit | Dr. Judson Brewer

Dr. Judson Brewer explains 4 steps to break a habit. Dr. Judson Brewer, MD, Ph D, neuroscientist, author, psychiatrists explains how to be mindful.Dr. Brewer is author of "The Subtle Mind" 1. R: Recognize 2. A: Acceptance 3. I: Investigate 4. N: Note

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Judson Brewer
2017
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A Simple Way to Break a Bad Habit | Judson Brewer

Can we break bad habits by being more curious about them? Psychiatrist Judson Brewer studies the relationship between mindfulness and addiction-from smoking to overeating to all those other things we do even though we know they're bad for us.

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Judson Brewer
2016
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Angela Lee Duckworth: Grit—the Power of Passion and Determination

Definitions of “success” typically include one or more of the following: achievement, accomplishment, attainment and triumph. Each word is positive and uplifting, evoking a sense of satisfaction and worth.

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Angela Duckworth
2016
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Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance | Angela Lee Duckworth

Leaving a high-flying job in consulting, Angela Lee Duckworth took a job teaching math to seventh graders in a New York public school. She quickly realized that IQ wasn't the only thing separating the successful students from those who struggled.

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Angela Duckworth
2013
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