Parenting for Grit: Nurturing Perseverance

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Parenting styles is a topic that is constantly debated, with many wondering “Am I raising my child in the best way?” In Chapter 10 of Grit Angela Duckworth explores the most common theories on “parenting for grit.” The first theory suggests that many believe grit to be formed only when trouble comes one’s way. Duckworth’s alternative theory follows the words of Nietzsche: “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” Duckworth then paints this way of “tough love” parenting as a means to teach one’s children perseverance. A continuous dose of this motto will eventually shape one’s character and ultimately create a model of perseverance. I agree with Nietzsche that the embracement of difficult times is a step in developing perseverance. First of all, the “what” that is discussed in this motto is extremely important to understand. Through interpretation of Nietzsche’s claim it could be said that the “what” is represented by our mistakes, the learning experiences. According to an article by Fast Company there is an importance to “finding (and …show more content…

A specific case is Jennifer Eagan subjecting herself to constant literary critique, a situation that many would avoid. The difference between Eagan and others is one thing, she wanted to improve. In order to improve one must face challenge. In reality everyone faces a difficult situation at some point in their life, but the severity depends on the person. Some may perceive an AP class to be difficult while others might say that sitting in class has a certain level of difficulty. These situations don’t create perseverance because one puts themselves in front of every difficult situation, but instead because they make a habit of it. It is the act of unconsciously carrying out habitual actions that creates perseverance, not intentionally putting oneself in difficult

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