In the same way that actual grit accumulates in the cracks and crevices of the landscape, our cultural insistence on possessing grit has gradually come to the forefront of child-rearing and education ...

William James described an “old fogey” as one who sticks to their previous beliefs no matter what new information comes their way. He writes of those who have become old fogies in his Psychology: ...

Grit. The word has its origins in Old English, meaning sand, dust, earth, and gravel. But its use describing a character trait of pluck, spirit, and firmness of mind dates back to the early 1800s.

For many people, grit – the perseverance and passion for long-term goals – is a virtue. It is also a key ingredient in ...

Grit. The word has its origins in Old English, meaning sand, dust, earth, and gravel. But its use describing a character trait of pluck, spirit, and firmness of mind dates back to the early 1800s.

Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. As we continue on the journey of life, we learn that the road is filled with countless obstacles, setbacks, and challenges that hinder ...

In Paul Tough’s new book, he writes that the people who are best at engendering “noncognitive”—or character—abilities like grit in students hardly ever mention these skills in the classroom. It’s an ...

Last year, I became the first male in my family to graduate college. That's four generations of men, dating back to my great-grandfather, that were denied the opportunity to gain access to resources, ...