Problem

One of the most important soft skills especially when it comes to success in getting your college degree is often overlooked or written in softer language like perseverance or determination. Let's define it as grit. Grit encompasses more than perseverance or determination. It also includes driving through failure, courage, willingness to fail, vision, goal setting, managing time, managing stress, and self-care. This video does a great job of explaining grit, why it's important, and how you can develop it. It is a very important video for you to watch.......

VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWctLEdIgi4&feature=youtu.be

PROMPT

For your main post, write at least 150 words explaining how you define grit, give an outside example, and share one way you can use grit in your own life to overcome a current or potential challenge to your success in school. Your post needs at least one citation for your outside example and should use good grammar and a thoughtful voice.