Happy Friday everyone!
Effort and grit are two essential traits that require intentional attention and practice. Effort can be defined as the consistent application of energy and focus towards achieving a goal. Grit refers to perseverance and passion for this achievement, even in the face of challenges. Both effort and grit are mindsets that demand conscious, ongoing commitment. Developing these traits requires us to model them and create opportunities for kids to experience both success and failure. Both help kids understand the value of persistence and hard work in overcoming obstacles. It is our duty as educators, parents, and coaches to provide these opportunities for success and failure during practice and preparation so our kids can rely on their effort and grit in the face of competition and performance. Our attention to this development allows us to handle adversity and perform at high levels.
Happy Friday!!