Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance” by Angela Duckworth

PINAR TURGUT
3 min readMar 2, 2024

“Without effort, your talent is nothing more than your unmet potential.” — Angela Duckworth

I’ve got to share something truly inspiring with you — “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance” by Angela Duckworth. This book is not just a read; it’s like having a heart-to-heart conversation with someone who understands the struggles we face on the road to success.

Ever felt like your dreams are just out of reach, or that success is slipping through your fingers? Angela Duckworth’s “Grit” is a beacon of hope, resonating with the challenges we all encounter on our journey.

The Grit Formula

What I love about this book is Duckworth’s Grit Formula. It’s not about innate talent or luck; it’s about the combination of passion and perseverance. She tells stories of everyday people achieving extraordinary things through sheer determination, making success feel more attainable for all of us.

Grit is sticking with your future day in, day out, not just for the week, not just for the month, but for years, and working really hard to make that future a reality.” — Angela Duckworth

Connecting with the Struggle

As I delved into the pages, it felt like Duckworth was acknowledging the struggle we often face — the moments when passion wavers and perseverance feels like an uphill battle. She understands that grit isn’t always glamorous; it’s…

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