Motivation Archives

Faith for Overcoming Obstacles: Believe and Prevail

What obstacles in life have you overcome with the help of faith? Do you believe that the simple act of faith can change one’s life outcomes? When you think about defeat, you tend to get defeated. Instead, adopt a mindset where you don’t believe in defeat. This mindset requires faith for overcoming obstacles. As one of the Bible passages holds “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me” (Philippians 4:13). In this article, we’ll explore how the power of faith can help you overcome any obstacle in your way.

The Slight Edge: Principles of Success Over Time

What does it take to achieve success? More importantly, what does it take to sustain success over time? In his book The Sligh Edge, author Jeff Olson argues that success is built over time with small disciplines executed on a consistent basis. Further, he presents six core principles that, when adhered to, will create continual success in whatever it is you are striving for. In this article, we’ll explore the six The Slight Edge principles by Jeff Olson.

Reach Your Goals By Maintaining Success Momentum

Do you always start strong at the beginning of a new endeavor but feel like your motivation wanes over time? How do you maintain success momentum? Momentum is the forward-moving force that you build as you put consistent energy and motivation behind your goals. If you lose momentum, you’ll lose your drive to succeed and you’ll stay stuck in your current state. In this article, you’ll learn some proven strategies for sustaining momentum.

David Epstein’s Criticism of Grit by Angela Duckworth

Why does David Epstein think that Angela Duckworth’s book Grit is wrong? What are his issues with the “Grit Scale”? In his book Range, David Epstein gives Grit criticism for lumping together persistence and commitment. He goes further to say that too much commitment can actually be harmful rather than helpful. Here is how Grit gets it wrong, according to Epstein.

5 Hindrances to Success: Don’t Let Them Trip You Up

What are the biggest obstacles to success? What are some of the universal things people do that prevent them from achieving their goals? Everyone encounters challenges on the road to success. Of course, every situation is different, and whatever roadblocks you face in your quest for success are uniquely personal. However, there’re some hurdles that can trip up virtually anyone. The following are some of the most common hindrances to success, according to Jeff Olson.

Purpose at Work: Why Do You Do What You Do?

Do you want to find purpose at work? How can finding meaning in the job you do help you to stay motivated and happy? Oftentimes, people find themselves working jobs that don’t excite them. They work day in and day out and get frustrated if they don’t move up the career ladder. However, leaving the job may not be the answer—they are just missing purpose. Here are three techniques for finding purpose at work.

The Importance of Purpose: What’s Your “Why”?

Why is passion alone not enough to reach your goals? What is the second key ingredient in goal achievement? According to Angela Duckworth, the author of Grit, passion is not enough to keep you motivated and disciplined in the pursuit of your goals. In addition to passion, you also need purpose. Together, passion and purpose form “grit.” When you have grit, you’ll find both motivation and discipline to keep going until you reach your goal. Continue reading to learn about the importance of purpose in goal achievement.

Angela Duckworth: Your Grit Level Changes Over Time

How is it possible for your grit level to change? What factors lead to changes in your grit level? In her book Grit, Angela Duckworth describes grit as a trait that combines passion and perseverance. She says that your level of grit matters more than natural talent or intelligence when it comes to success. However, Duckworth also explains that your grit level is not set and can change over the span of your life. Here’s how your grit level can change over time, according to Angela Duckworth.

Angela Duckworth’s Grit Test: Does It Work?

Is Angela Duckworth’s grit test in Grit actually useful? What are some criticisms of the grit test? In her book Grit, Angela Duckworth put together a grit test to measure where you are on the grit scale—in other words, to see how gritty you are. However, many psychologists have critiqued her test for a number of reasons. Here is Angela Duckworth’s grit test and its critiques.