Parenting styles is a topic that is constantly debated, with many wondering “Am I raising my child in the best way?” In Chapter 10 of Grit Angela Duckworth explores the most common theories on “parenting for grit.” The first theory suggests that many believe grit to be formed only when trouble comes one’s way. Duckworth’s alternative theory follows the words of Nietzsche: “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” Duckworth then paints this way of “tough love” parenting as a means to teach one’s children perseverance. A continuous dose of this motto will eventually shape one’s character and ultimately create a model of perseverance. I agree with Nietzsche that the embracement of difficult times is a step in developing perseverance.
First of all, the “what” that is discussed in this motto is extremely important to understand. Through interpretation of Nietzsche’s claim it could be said that the “what” is represented by our mistakes, the learning experiences. According to an article by Fast Company there is an importance to “finding (and
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A specific case is Jennifer Eagan subjecting herself to constant literary critique, a situation that many would avoid. The difference between Eagan and others is one thing, she wanted to improve. In order to improve one must face challenge. In reality everyone faces a difficult situation at some point in their life, but the severity depends on the person. Some may perceive an AP class to be difficult while others might say that sitting in class has a certain level of difficulty. These situations don’t create perseverance because one puts themselves in front of every difficult situation, but instead because they make a habit of it. It is the act of unconsciously carrying out habitual actions that creates perseverance, not intentionally putting oneself in difficult
Success in life is related to the achievement of individual goals, short and long term. Success has historically been related to the measurable cognitive functions such as IQ and talent. However in more modern time’s there has been a shift towards the idea that developmental non-cognitive factors, such as grit and self-control, may have an impact on the level of success that an individual achieves. Non-cognitive factors such as grit and self-control are somewhat related but also distinct from one another, they may have an important connection to levels of success throughout the stages of life from childhood to adulthood.
Adversities are often given a negative connotation and view, as most consider them to be hurdles which impede progress. Nevertheless when taken in and accepted under a positive light, adversities can serve as stepping stones through which an individual can better their character. In the face of looming obstacles individuals who persevere come out of the situation as stronger, determined, and more hopeful for the future.
Adversity can be defined as a state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune. Many things in life can bring one adversity, however some are faced with more adversity in their lives than others. Overcoming this adversity can be one of the most difficult things that a person encounters, and at times, it may consume them. People attempt to persevere through adversity in many different ways. One of the most effective ways is to keep pushing through and to never give up. If one loses sight of what is driving them to persevere through adversity, it will swallow them up with no remorse. Staying mentally tough and focused on an end goal is how people not only persevere, but thrive through adversity.
Many people encounter perseverance throughout their life in certain events. Buck from the Call of the Wild, is taken from a place like home to him and thrown into a harsh environment he is not used to. Similar to that, my mom was living a normal life when suddenly she had to stay strong for the family due to her brother near death from a tragic wreck. Even though they differ, both had to adapt to the life changing experiences and stay mentally strong.
Perseverance: steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, a state, especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement. There are two sides to such a way of work, the positive, and the negative. Some people tend to become obsessed with accomplishing a goal, bringing out the negative side of perseverance. “Contents of a Dead Man’s Pocket” and “The Monkey’s Paw” show the negative side of perseverance, causing obsession and disaster.
Perseverance is a very powerful word, many people go through hard times and don’t make it to see the other side. My story of perserverance starts sophomore year during football season. As two-a-days started everyone was excited to get through and get to play our first football game. As the season progressed I started feeling pains in my shoulder constantly; a few weeks go by with the pain continously getting worse. I specifically remember the first incident during a game, it was against White Oak about half way through the third quarter, as I was running to go make the play, as I dove to make the tackle I landed on my side and I felt a pop, not thinking anything about it I got up. When I reached my two feet something just didn’t feel, my shoulder
“Fortunately, children do not need “perfect” parents. They do need mothers and fathers who will think on their feet and who will be thoughtful about what they have done. They do need parents who can be flexible, and who can use a variety of approaches to discipline.” - James L. Hymes, Jr. this quote, I can say, is physically very true. If it wasn’t my father who was rigorous to...
The Merriam Webster Dictionary defines perseverance as the continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition. In today’s society, there are so many walls and barriers that prevent humans from achieving their dreams and goals and people begin giving up. However, great poets such as Homer and famous music groups such as Mumford and Sons have used the strife of humanity to compose works that can be used to inspire and institute hope for humanity. With perseverance, there are three key aspects, struggle, loyalty, and strength. The struggle is what allows humans to learn, grow, and better themselves, the loyalty demonstrated provides motivation for success, and the personal strength allows the person to build
In How Children Succeed, Paul Tough attempts to unravel what he identifies to be, “some of the most pervasive mysteries of life: Who succeeds and who fails? Why do some children thrive while others lose their way? And what can any of us do to steer an individual child – or a whole generation of children – away from failure and toward success?” (Tough, 2012). Children are born into environments of varying circumstances, good and bad, influencing their development. Through direct encounters with researchers, educators and children of different environments, Paul Tough approaches his questions by ex...
The most successful way to instill righteous and moral behavior and thoughts is by demonstrating our respectable interactions and honest problem solving approaches during difficult times of our lives. “As adults we should dare to be adults that we want our children to be”. They learn by watching and are quick to mimic our behavior with their peers outside of home. The author writes that “we should strive to raise children who: engage with the world from a place of worthiness, embrace their vulnerabilities and imperfections, feel a deep sense of love and compassion for themselves and others, value hard work, perseverance, and respect, and also move through our rapidly changing world with courage and a resilient spirit” (214, 218-219). All of these elements will help to transform the way we live, love, and
Being determined is one thing, but succeeding is another. You cannot succeed without a plan or goal to fall back on. This is how Gritty can comes into play. Grit is the official standard of pushing yourself and to have courage while doing what you do best. A growth mindset is believing what you can develop your intelligence and skills through effort and hard work. However, being gritty does help a person with a growth mindset. I say this because determination and success is a major growth mindset. Grit and growth mindset are both powerful tools that become successful in life. Making a change, not making failure rule your life. Implication for success, making grit and mindset work together to support success and change.
Successful parenting may be judged by many different standards. Raising a child to be a respectful, mature, and independent adult requires a great deal of effort. There are several parenting styles, and not all lead a child to reaching their full potential. Overpowering sternness leads may lead to a rebellious child, while passive parenting may lead children to inept for the challenges of adulthood. Parenting requires more than teaching children submissiveness, or building of self-importance. Children learn best from a role model who is admirable. Parenting is a great opportunity to set the course of one’s entire life in the right direction.
Shultz (2003) emphasizes the important role God has assigned to parents in raising their children. The sole responsibility of raising children lies with the parents and cannot be delegated to other individuals outside the family unit. As part of the training process parents are to be the balancing mechanism for promoting inward control of a child. When the child is unable to maintain proper inward ...
Academic excellence is thought to be a very high-prioritized achievement in today’s society, and in order to reach many goals of success knowledge is the key. Although knowledge is very helpful, without grit you will never achieve great things.
Though it is one thing to persevere and; another to consider the value of that which you patiently waiting for. Perseverance is an indispensable feature if anyone is to accomplish their objectives in life and be prosperous in it. Overwhelmingly, perseverance is the willingness of continuing to do a thing in spite of difficulties and obstruction attached. Whatever be it that you struggle to achieve, when you are equipped with the desirable quality of perseverance your success is certainly by the shores of the seas... nothing simply can come between youyou’re your goal that you can not long-sufferingly overcome. Regrettably, most persons suffer in failure and in glamouring shame because they simply do not have the habit to persevere until their dreams and ideologies have been met. Perseverance plays a very important role to achieving success in your life. Without it, goal-setting is useless as you do not have what it takes to get you through the finish line. Perseverance is a trait, a behavior, a skill that can be learned like any other skill; attaning it, the sky would certainly be your limit. Life has many obstacles… but knowing the elements of obstacles; fear and failure, delay and disappointment; would help you in building your strength for perseverance and goal