What is more important strength of character or natural talent. Strong character and strong will. A person with a strong character

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It is considered a positive quality in ethics, in the system of Prussian virtues one of the main virtues, and in Christianity - one of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. Based on the biographies of famous historical figures, researchers and scientists have developed a formula similar to the definition, especially for those individuals who are recognized as more successful and influential than their counterparts: all of them, in addition to normal abilities, possessed certain traits. And one of them was firmness of character.

To achieve great success in life and achieve the most ambitious goals, strength of character alone will not be enough. After all, in addition to this, you still need to learn, be able to influence them, find approaches, train your own brain daily. However, without it, long-term success is impossible in any area.

Firmness of character is a trait characterized by consistency and perseverance in achieving goals and upholding views. We will use this definition from Wikipedia in the future to make sure that the following tips are appropriate.

Clarity

You need to be absolutely clear about what you are interested in and what exactly causes a feeling of admiration. Most people work automatically, without realizing what desire and passion is behind it.

• What do you want right now?
• What do you want to do with yours now?
• What do you want to do with your relationship now?
• What do you want from your career now?
• What do you want for the next stage of your life?

Returning to the definition of strength of character, remember that this is consistency and perseverance in achieving. Clarity is exactly what makes it possible to understand why it is worth being consistent and persistent. Keep in touch with your dreams, goals and ambitions, remind yourself of them every day.

Enthusiasm

This is a very whimsical emotion (state, feeling). It is essential to feel enthusiastic every day of your life.

Why is it so important? When you are enthusiastic, you are involved in the process, in the cause, in the task. It fills the body with energy that seems to come from nowhere, gives strength to go to bed with confidence in the future and wake up with burning eyes to do something important and meaningful.

Enthusiasm comes from thoughts. Train yourself: while taking a shower or drinking your morning coffee, think about what you can get excited about, which is so exciting that motivation and violence against yourself are not required. It doesn't have to be just work, entertainment is also included.

Get into the habit of taking on every task with enthusiasm, even if the first thoughts about it are sad. It is important to be in this state as often as possible so that the body gets used to such a rhythm.

Consistency and perseverance don't have to be stressful. When there is enthusiasm, these two qualities appear automatically.

Time blocking

If there is no time for a task, project, meeting, or writing a book, then you will have to constantly respond to changing circumstances. Other people and events will guide you through life, and you will only patch up holes.

The world always comes to us with three things:

• requirements;
• requests;
• Obligations.

Without learning to control your time, you will have to put aside the dream and passion of a lifetime in order to constantly respond to the world's requests. Enthusiasm and clarity go away by themselves.

There are three things you don't have to be afraid of to be successful at anything in the long run:

• ritual;
• Routines;
• Schedules.

These three things shape the life of almost every successful person: from a millionaire to an Olympic champion. Such people have learned to live with the routine and perceive it not as a bitter pill, but as an opportunity to become better.

Look at your calendar and block time for important things. One condition: you must do what is important, every day. Sometimes the chain can break if things are too urgent, but try to keep it intact for as long as possible.

Support for other people

The greatest men in history almost never achieved success alone. They were surrounded by important people who helped them:

• trainers;
• mentors;
• loving parents;
• Strong team.

To do this, you need to learn how to influence people, because otherwise they will influence you with a variety of consequences. Even a good mentor needs to learn how to influence in such a way that he wants to help. We are surrounded by people whether we like it or not. And those who find approaches will be surrounded by the most prominent personalities of their time.

We wish you good luck!

Character is a set of individual qualities of a person that characterize him and manifest themselves in interaction with people and in relation to the world around him. Character largely depends on upbringing and the surrounding reality in which a person directly lives. The basis of character is temperament, which is the nervous structure of a person, laid down from birth. And, if it is almost impossible to change the temperament, then the character is quite amenable to correction, which often requires considerable effort.

What is a strong character? Probably, this is, first of all, the character that we strive for every day, overcoming difficulties, making responsible decisions and coping with our own emotions that give us difficult inner experiences. "The strongest survives". It is a completely natural expression, confirming the fact that the world is a big and ongoing race in which, in order to survive, you need to constantly “turn the bike”.

In other words, in order to achieve something in this life, you need to have determination, willpower, endurance, determination, integrity and perseverance. All this implies a strong character. But it is quite rare to meet people with an ideal strong character, for some it is more developed, and for some it is less, because such a character is most likely one of the most important goals of a person’s life, forcing him to go towards it through failures and all sorts of tests.

A strong character also represents inflexibility, responsibility, inflexibility, stubbornness in the good sense of the word, and a willingness to face any difficulties and changes in order to achieve the desired result. A person with such a character clearly knows what he wants, makes decisions flexibly and firmly, confidently "goes forward", courageously entering the fight against various obstacles that make him stronger and stronger each time.

Willpower is an integral and one of the most important components of a strong character. Remember how many times you forced yourself to get rid of bad habits, do something unpleasant, overcome fears and negative emotions, or just overcome laziness? It didn't work out right away, did it? The feeling of a long-awaited victory over oneself brings not only self-confidence, but also fills one with indescribable satisfaction from the inside, increasing self-esteem, which gives an incentive to new successes.

We often hear genuinely admirable stories about the heroic deeds of people in everyday life and in war, about the exploits of people doomed by illness for life, who were able to find the strength to enjoy every day and help others. Is this not a manifestation of great strength of character?

All this suggests that a strong character is not bestowed on a person from birth, but is formed as he grows up and goes through certain life stages, and most importantly, can be successfully improved. Of course, certain traits may be present initially, depending on heredity and temperament, but the main part directly depends on the person and on his desire to develop, given that this requires considerable effort and time.

One of the main factors in the formation of a strong character is a negative life experience, so if you feel bad today, do not despair, because this means that by coping with your condition, you will become even stronger! Take action and never give up!

Angela Duckworth

Strength of character. How to develop in yourself the main quality of successful people

© Alexey Andreev, translation into Russian, 2017

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Book Reviews

“This is an extremely important book. For hundreds of years, people have believed in the myth of innate talent. Angela Duckworth is changing our understanding of how a person reaches the pinnacle of success. And we are immensely grateful to her.”

“A masterfully written book… It proves convincingly that success comes only to those who dedicate themselves to endeavors that bring joy and a sense of meaning.”

“Very easy to read and very convincingly written. The ideas presented in the book can change the education system, administration and life of all readers. This book is a contribution to a national treasure.”

“Amazing… Angela Duckworth analyzed several decades of psychological research and included inspiring success stories of famous businessmen and athletes in the book. Combining all of this with her personal experience, she created a set of strategies to help you and your children increase motivation, be passionate about what you do, and be more consistent at work and school.”

“A deep and entertaining exploration of the roots and prerequisites for success. The author examines widespread misconceptions and the psychology of stereotypes that make us raise the bar and work even harder ... The author's theory is best proven by her own story, which runs like a red thread throughout the text. We see how the combination of passion and perseverance creates strength of character.”

“This is a very important book... A leading researcher on toughness, strength of character has written a book for a wide audience. Using aphorisms and amusing stories, she showed how we and our children can apply her discoveries in practice.

“An inspiring book… Angela Duckworth’s very curious idea that perfectly ordinary people, through self-control and perseverance, can achieve the same high results as naturally gifted people. Duckworth believes that our mental attitude is no less important than natural inclinations.

“Priceless… We have virtually unlimited access to knowledge and information these days, and the author of this book outlines the key traits of those who can benefit from it. This book inspires readers and strongly advises to put all their efforts into the cause to which the soul lies.

“I love books that challenge conventional wisdom. This book is one of them. Forget everything you knew about success and competing with more talented people than you. It is not the smartest who wins, but the one who continues to do his job and does not stop in front of difficulties.

“A very important book… Strength of character is born out of love and understanding of one's purpose. This is a boundless passion, comparable to a razor's edge, and at the same time composure and patience. Angela Duckworth has created a masterpiece, describing all of these features in detail that I have not seen from any other author.

“A perfect combination of serious scientific research, compelling and well-told stories, beautiful and understandable prose and examples from personal experience ... Without a doubt, this is the most informative and curious book I have ever read in the last year.”

“This book goes straight to the core, that is, exactly where it is needed ... The book is invaluable for teachers who want their students to succeed.”

What will you learn from this book

What is the relationship between talent and success? Chapter 1

What qualities do all successful people have? Chapter 1 and Chapter 2

Why persistence is more important than talent Chapter 2 and Chapter 3

Why talent looks more attractive than perseverance, and what threatens such an approach - Chapter 3

Why the lack of talent sometimes allows you to become more successful than having it - Chapter 3

How average people become super successful Chapter 3

How to evaluate your perseverance: test - Chapter 4

Why it’s not enough just to set goals for yourself and why you need a philosophy of life - Chapter 4

What advice can billionaire Warren Buffett give you? Chapter 4

How important is high intelligence to success: a study of the world's greatest people - Chapter 4

Where does perseverance come from - environment or heredity - Chapter 5 and Chapter 9

What is personality maturation and how does life help us in this? Chapter 5

What are the four main qualities of resilient people? Chapter 5

How to choose a future profession: advice from successful people - Chapter 6 and Chapter 7 and Chapter 8

How to find your passion Chapter 6 and Chapter 8

How to gain mastery Chapter 7

How to enjoy work: flow Chapter 7

What is conscious practice Chapter 7

What is the common goal of all successful and persistent people? Chapter 8

What is a vocation and how to find it Chapter 8

Who is more stubborn - optimists or pessimists - Chapter 9

How to create an internal growth mindset in your child - Chapter 9, Chapter 10 and Chapter 11

How to become an optimist Chapter 9

Which method of education is more effective for future success - strict or liberal - Chapter 10

What do extracurricular activities give children? Chapter 11

How to learn perseverance and hard work - Chapter 11 and Chapter 12

How the community affects the perseverance and success of the individual - Chapter 12

Foreword

Dedicated to Jason

When I was little, I often heard the word "genius". This is the word my father always used. He often repeated out of place and out of place: “No, you are definitely not a genius with us!” This statement could have been made during lunch, during a commercial break between parts of the series, or after the father plopped down on the sofa with a newspaper in his hands.

I don't even remember what I said to him. Maybe she pretended not to hear his words.

My father generally liked to talk about geniuses and talent, as well as about who is endowed with talent and to what extent. He was very worried about the question of how smart he himself was. And he was very concerned about how smart and talented members of his family were.

I wasn't the only one in the household with no talent. Neither my brother nor my sister were endowed with talent. And this state of affairs of the father was extremely upsetting. He was worried about what the future held for his less gifted children and what they could achieve.

Two years ago I was awarded a MacArthur grant. The fact is that no one ever applies for this grant. No one ever asks their colleagues or friends to apply for this scholarship. A committee of luminaries in a particular field of science meets, the composition of which is unknown to anyone, and decides that someone is doing an important thing and his work should be noted.

Purpose:

The psycho-correctional session "Strong character and strong will" is designed to form and strengthen positive attitudes in the subconscious mind that contribute to the development of qualities inherent in a person with a strong character and strong will. These are such qualities as: adherence to principles, independence, purposefulness, determination, perseverance, self-control, courage and courage.

Description:

The word "character" came into the Russian language from Greek, in translation it means: a sign, a feature. If you are convinced that it is almost impossible to achieve anything in life without a strong will and strong character, and decide to re-educate yourself, then the psycho-correctional session "Strong character and strong will" is just for you.

Who can be considered a strong-willed person with a strong character? Of course, the one who, coordinating his personal interests with the public, achieves the goal, overcoming various obstacles. A person with a strong character and a strong will must have certain traits, namely: adherence to principles, independence, purposefulness, determination, perseverance, self-control, courage and courage.

Psycho-correctional session "Strong character and strong will" through the latest audiovisual technologies on a subconscious level forms and strengthens the following qualities inherent in a person with a strong character and strong will:

integrity. A principled person subordinates his behavior to his own convictions. He knows how to critically evaluate other people's proposals, requests and advice. He is able to reject or accept them, based on his own interests. He is able to say "no" if the request is not beneficial to him.

Endurance and self-control. A person's ability to control his behavior, restraining his feelings, not allowing rash actions, maintaining composure, owning his mood, determines his endurance and self-control. A self-possessed person knows how to suppress swagger in conversation and gestures, avoid rude expressions and curses, and also not give in to panic ...

purposefulness. Purposefulness is expressed in the subordination of human behavior to a sustainable goal or to some particular goals and objectives that come from a promising goal. Examples of purposefulness can be found in the biographies of many famous personalities: Lomonosov, Michurin, Pavlov, Tsiolkovsky, Korolev ...

persistence. The ability to carry out the decisions made to the end, overcoming various obstacles, characterizes a person as persistent. Perseverance allows you to move steadily towards the goal: "Start, endure and resist"!

Determination. Decisiveness is characterized by the ability of a person to make responsible, informed decisions in special cases and to implement them immediately if circumstances require.

Courage and courage. Common to brave and courageous people is the ability to overcome fear, caution, fear, the ability to be ready for risky actions in order to achieve a goal. Courage implies that a person has not only courage, but also endurance, composure, perseverance even in the face of mortal threats. Showy recklessness, daring and desperation have nothing to do with strong-willed courage. Real courage and courage, as a rule, are associated with deliberation, composure and caution.

Every person has a character. It can be inherited. It can also be trained. A small number of people have a strong character. For many, he is associated with strong personalities. However, this character has both positive and negative aspects. In today's world, such people are more likely to succeed.

What does strong character mean?

Temperament is laid in a person from birth. It is almost impossible to change it. But the character of a person can be corrected. However, this is quite difficult to do. A person who has a strong character is an example for all people. Since such a person overcomes all obstacles, makes serious decisions and competently copes with emerging emotions. Also, a person with a strong character combines the following qualities:

• Determination.
• Excerpt.
• Persistence.
• Principle.
• Purposefulness.
• Strength of will.

However, it is quite difficult to meet such a person. Since the ideal solid character practically does not exist. After all, for someone it is developed strongly, and for someone it is weak. Such qualities are improved throughout a person's life. People with a strong character constantly come to grips with obstacles. In this way they temper their will and make him stronger.

Important Component

Willpower is an integral part of a solid person. After all, a person very often forces himself to give up bad habits, take risks, overcome banal laziness. This does not work out for all people. However, if a person does complex actions, then there is confidence in his strength. This increases self-esteem, which pushes for new achievements.

Character becomes solid when a person begins to improve his willpower. After all, no one gets anything just like that. However, if a person makes efforts, then they return in him doubly in the form of firmness of character. In addition, life circumstances can make a person both stronger and weaker.

Ethical interpretation

Experts believe that a kind person without firmness is very weak. After all, such a person cannot respond positively to the aggression of other people. Most scientists argue that a strong character is the ability to make decisions once and for all.

The opinion of psychologists

Experts in the field of the human psyche believe that a strong personality combines not only perseverance and willpower, but resilience. Also, a strong character combines motivation for achievement. Such people are stable and do not require feedback and results from events in life. This suggests that a person with a strong character is strong. He can maintain a positive attitude for a long period of time, not paying attention to negative circumstances.

What character can be

Firmness can be reflected in the principles of a person. Throughout his life, he adheres to his rules, which he does not violate even in the most difficult moments. Such principles concern only the most important aspects of the personality. These include a firm refusal to eat junk food, smoking, alcohol, and so on. The principles of a solid person gradually turn into rules that must be followed. They are generally important for the individual. When a person with a strong character complies with such rules, he understands that they are important both for him and for the people around him. That is why they are of high importance for the individual.

A sequence of actions helps to complete the tasks. Many people are interested in how to have a strong character. If a person is interested in this, then he can develop it in himself. First of all, he needs to have a clear plan of action. A person with a strong character always knows what he is striving for. In addition, such people are responsible for their entire environment. They don't show weakness, even when it's hard for them. The owner of a strong character will always be collected, resolute and determined to solve life's problems. If such a person promises something, then his word will never be broken.

Negative aspects of character

The owners of this temperament do not always have flexible thinking. Such people look like stubborn sheep from the outside. Such qualities are not liked by everyone. After all, they often do not serve the opinions of others, even if they do it wrong.

Experts characterize hardness as strength. People with this character have a strong worldview. However, it may change over time. A person with a strong character will not break.

Almost all the features of people have negative aspects that cause inconvenience to others. A person with a strong character often considers his opinion the most correct. Surrounding such people are not taken seriously. Such a person knows what and when a person needs to do. As a result, people constantly give advice, even when they are not needed. Sometimes it happens in a rough way.

Thus, a person can miss a lot of positive moments and acquaintances. In addition, close and dear people turn away from stubborn people. It can also be a problem at work. Colleagues do not always understand a person who considers his views more important than anyone else's.

character virtues

A person with a strong temperament can almost always be relied upon. Especially when it comes to men. Since they have a predisposition to strong qualities. However, this does not mean that women do not have a strong character. A person who is called a strong personality will never simply flatter and bend under other people. Even if it concerns the bosses at work. A person with a strong and firm character will always stick to his opinion. He will not substitute other people for his own interests. Such traits are nurtured over a long period of time. Thanks to this, a person can achieve almost any goal without bending under other people. It also helps a person to protect himself from the negative effects of the environment.

How to develop such a character

At the very beginning of the path of the individual, it is necessary to understand that limitations contribute to development. Discipline will help develop a strong character. You need to start gradually. If a person wants to do everything at once, then his hands will quickly drop. First of all, you need to become responsible. In addition, a person must understand that everyone can make mistakes. Even strong people admit them and stumble. It is necessary to stop paying attention to the negative aspects in life. Also, in order to cultivate a strong character, a person needs a lot of time. Start with small accomplishments.