One of the questions that psychologists have been asking for a long time is: “Why do some people succeed, and others don’t?” And some of the answers that have emerged have been related to genetics, I.Q., socioeconomic factors, Emotional intelligence, and on and on… But in recent years, new ideas have emerged that have called […]
Finding Strength in Tough Times: A Look at Grit and Resilience
There are many times in life when we may be called upon to rise above adverse circumstances, to overcome challenges, or to keep moving forward—even if we may not have the inner strength to do so. This ability to find strength in tough times goes by many names. In the psychological literature, it may be […]