Grit
Grit is a personality trait that involves perseverance of effort combined with the passion for a particular long-term goal. It is a powerful predictor of success and ability to reach one's goals.
Definition[edit | edit source]
Grit is defined as perseverance and passion for long-term goals. It involves working strenuously towards challenges and maintaining effort and interest over years despite failure, adversity, and plateaus in progress. The gritty individual approaches achievement as a marathon; his or her advantage is stamina.
Characteristics[edit | edit source]
Grit is not just having resilience in the face of failure, but also having deep commitments that you remain loyal to over many years. The following are some of the characteristics of grit:
- Perseverance: Gritty individuals have a strong will to persevere and are able to maintain their determination over long periods of time.
- Passion: They have a deep passion for their goals and are willing to put in the effort to achieve them.
- Resilience: They are resilient and able to bounce back from failure.
- Consistency: They are consistent in their efforts and do not easily give up.
Measurement[edit | edit source]
The Grit Scale is a self-report questionnaire designed to measure the trait of grit. It consists of two components: consistency of interest and perseverance of effort.
Impact[edit | edit source]
Research has found that grit is a significant predictor of success. It is more predictive of success than IQ or conscientiousness. Gritty individuals are more likely to achieve their long-term goals, and they are more likely to persist in their efforts despite setbacks and failures.
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