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For many, the idea that success is heavily reliant on grit can be uncomfortable. Individuals who perceive themselves as lacking talent might use this belief as an excuse to limit their ambition or avoid pursuing goals altogether. However, Duckworth’s findings offer a liberating perspective: we are not confined to mediocrity by our lack of innate talent. With effort and perseverance, we can reach heights we never thought possible.
Though not everyone can become a professional basketball player, for instance, focusing on effort allows individuals to excel within their own environments, such as a local basketball league. The mantra “effort counts twice” serves to inspire hope and resilience.