Success Unplugged: Your Worth Isn't Your Wallet (Part 1)
The concept of success is often defined by how much wealth we are able to accumulate over a lifetime. However, using wealth as a benchmark has several limitations as discussed in this article. The article presents a case for an alternate way to look at what success means to us and to align our goals to a more nuanced viewpoint - one that does not use wealth as a yardstick to measure success.
The Surprising Key to Success and Achievement
The article discusses the importance of grit for students and how it can help them achieve their goals. Grit is defined as passion and perseverance for long-term goals and involves having a deep and abiding passion for something, and being willing to stick with it through setbacks, failures, and obstacles. Developing grit can lead to academic success, personal growth, and community building. Strategies for building grit include finding your passion, setting long-term goals, cultivating self-discipline, embracing failure, and seeking support.