The True 'Grit' Towards Goals: A Journey to Find Meaning and Value
Heyu,
Today, as I reflected on the discussion about Grit, I realized that achieving a goal requires more than just persistence or passion. To truly accomplish our objectives, we must deeply contemplate two essential questions: "What should I focus my efforts on?" and "Why should I pursue this goal?"
The cases presented in Angela Duckworth’s book Grit aren't just about people who are goal-oriented. The goals they pursue carry a special meaning, and that meaning always shines through their connection to others. These individuals are confident that their efforts will ultimately benefit others, and it is this belief that drives them to endure endless toil, setbacks, and disappointments, working tirelessly day and night. For them, 'Grit' is not merely persistence towards a goal; it is a continuous process of questioning why the goal is important and how it can provide value to others.
We often limit the importance of our goals to ourselves when we set them. However, to truly exhibit Grit, we must consider whether the goal is meaningful not just to us but also to others. The core concept of 'purpose' mentioned in the book stems from the belief that what we do is important not only to ourselves but also to other people. This belief gives us a continuous reason to keep striving and makes our efforts feel even more valuable.
Therefore, when setting goals, we should not just stop at thinking, "I want to achieve this," but also ask, "Why is this goal important to both me and others?" Finding the answer to this question allows us to set truly valuable goals and cultivate the 'Grit' to pursue them.
In the end, 'Grit' is more than just persistence or endurance; it is about continuously questioning what our goals are and why they matter. By doing so, we can focus our efforts in the right direction. This process is how we continuously pursue our goals and discover the true meaning and value along the way.
True success comes not only from our achievements but from the deep satisfaction of knowing that our accomplishments have brought positive changes to others. This kind of success becomes the driving force that makes our lives richer and more meaningful.
Therefore, when setting goals, we must not limit ourselves to a narrow view but instead consider how our goals can provide value to others. This broader perspective offers us greater motivation and passion, fueling our 'Grit' to grow even stronger.