Situated

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Willpower is not enough: How to create situations that make the most of your grit - whatever you want to achieve 'If you read one book this year to level up your life, make it this one' MEL ROBBINS 'For anyone who feels stuck, this book offers a path to something new' CAROL DWECK From the #1 bestselling author of Grit, a new book that reveals the hidden power of situations - and how you can shape them to bring out your best. In Angela Duckworth's first book, she showed that a common denominator of successful strivers is a blend of passion and perseverance she dubbed 'grit.' This new book springs from her deepening realization that grit, while necessary, is sometimes not sufficient. How you situate yourself to meet a challenge can be crucial. Duckworth's in-depth research reveals the enormous influence wielded by the objects within arm's reach, your peers and mentors, and even where you live. Though you're often told to make the best of your situation, it is far, far better to make your situation better first. In Situated, you'll discover: Why your personality changes, sometimes dramatically, from one situation to another - and how you can harness that shift The secret to conquering temptation without willpower Why taking the less effortful path can feel like cheating but often solves a stubborn problem How the company you keep shapes the person you become The most effective ways to help others succeed Highlighting four essential elements of successful situations, Duckworth sh

• Binding: Hardcover

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