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title: "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance"
book_authors: ["Angela Duckworth"]
book_categories: ["Psychology (cognitive, evolutionary, phylosophy...)"]
link: "https://www.goodreads.com/search?q=Grit:+The+Power+of+Passion+and+Perseverance+Angela+Duckworth"
cover: "/images/books/grit-the-power-of-passion-and-perseverance.jpg"
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Grit is defined as the ability to persevere in the face of challenges and setbacks. The book centers on it, and its role in personal success. The book argues that grit is a more important predictor of success than talent or intelligence, and offers practical strategies for cultivating grit in oneself and in others. It offers insights into how grit can be developed and sustained over time.