Grit is the quality of exhibiting an indomitable spirit. No matter the circumstances, a person of grit is never overcome, subdued or vanquished. She may be defeated in a contest but is never defeated ... Read More about Displaying Grit
Week 34: Assertiveness
Being Determined, Steadfast
Determination is an attitude. It is the motivating force behind persistence and perseverance; the will to succeed, undaunted by difficult obstacles. ... Read More about Being Determined, Steadfast
Persevering – Being Tenacious
It was so hard for me at first. I knew about three songs and when it was time for us to play onstage I was all shaky, so I had to play behind the curtains. I just couldn't get up in front. Then you ... Read More about Persevering – Being Tenacious
Being Vigilant
It was so hard for me at first. I knew about three songs and when it was time for us to play onstage I was all shaky, so I had to play behind the curtains. I just couldn't get up in front. Then you ... Read More about Being Vigilant
Advocating – Championing
The task of pleading a case is not reserved for lawyers, who are not the only ones skilled in that art. Each of us is an attorney-in-fact: the parent advocating for a child, a student defending a ... Read More about Advocating – Championing
Being Motivated and Driven
Motivation is the more assertive cousin of willingness, and the emotional component of assertiveness. While the willing person will act if necessary, the motivated person seeks to act. ... Read More about Being Motivated and Driven
Being Assertive
Often distinguished from aggressiveness, assertiveness is standing up for yourself without being abusive or overbearing. Most of the values in our model are assertive, for the simple reason that ... Read More about Being Assertive