Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance | Dr. Angela Duckworth

In this groundbreaking work, psychologist Angela Duckworth reveals that extraordinary achievement stems not from innate talent but from a powerful combination of passion and persistence she terms "grit." Drawing from her personal journey and research experiences, Duckworth demonstrates what truly drives success through observations of West Point cadets, educators in challenging environments, National Spelling Bee competitors, and interviews with high achievers across diverse fields.

The book explores transformative concepts, including why effort compounds toward goals, how grit can be cultivated regardless of intelligence or background, the development of lifelong interests, the balance of struggle and joy in optimal practice, effective approaches to building resilience, and practical frameworks like the Hard Thing Rule.

More than a success manual, Grit offers a scientifically grounded exploration of human resilience, examining how we respond to setbacks and demonstrating that our mindset during challenging moments—rather than raw talent or fortune—ultimately determines our trajectory. This inspiring work provides both insight and practical wisdom for anyone seeking to understand and develop their capacity for sustained achievement.