Grit Resiliance

We are often urged to rely only on ourselves for strength, mental fortitude, and positivity. But with her distinctive “skill, wit, and sharp insight” (Laura Bates, author of Girl Up), Soraya Chemaly challenges us to adapt our thinking about how we survive in a world of sustained, overlapping crises. It is interdependence and nurturing relationships that truly sustain us, she argues. Based on comprehensive research and eye-opening examples from real-life, The Resilience Myth offers alternative visions of relational hardiness by emphasizing care for others and our environments above all.

Whether by choice or circumstances out of our control, we will have moments where we feel like we've been punched out, dragged down, or knocked out. What do we do in those situations? You must learn to persevere. Perseverance requires a deep sense of hope, and thought leader, pastor, and podcaster, Bianca Juárez Olthoff, knows that personally. Using the life of Paul the Apostle as a case study, Bianca shows how grit was the genesis of his transformation from a judgmental Pharisee to a world-changing follower of Jesus.

In 1987, Staten Island's Willowbrook State School for people with intellectual disabilities closed its doors for good. Broke and almost finished with graduate school, Dan Tomasulo was hired to relocate Willowbrook's most severely disabled inhabitants into a groundbreaking community-based group home. American Snake Pit is the story of the disregarded souls who ended up in Tomasulo's care; of the resilient staff who helped make such a momentous success possible; and, most of all, of one man's persistent struggle to give voices to those who could not advocate for themselves.

This comparative case study utilized oral histories to illuminate the life stories of three Black men who navigated their way through trauma. The goal of the study was to better understand how they navigated education and life experiences to eventually earn doctoral degrees. The findings affirm and illuminate that despite their academic success, they suffer from residual unresolved emotional scars due to unhealed trauma.

With its gripping narrative and relatable takeaways, The Grit Factor is both inspiring and pragmatic, a book that will energize and enlighten current and aspiring leaders everywhere - whether male or female.

Old-School Grit is a book that shows the path. To be precise, the path that some of history’s greatest figures have taken. You’ll learn from them, hear about their struggles, and see the massive amounts of self-discipline, willpower, and general tenacity they used to become worthy of history books.

Imagine stepping onto the pitch and playing with confidence, focus, and unwavering resilience. You're not alone in this quest for mental strength. Studies show that mental toughness accounts for up to 80% of success in sports. Yet, many young athletes struggle with self-doubt, pressure, and the fear of failure. With "Mental Toughness for Young Athletes Focused on Soccer," you can finally overcome these obstacles and transform nerves into surges of empowerment.

Most Christians are content just wearing their team colors and cheering from the sidelines. God did not call and equip you to be a casual fan; he called you to be in the game. To be in the game, you will need Godly grit. Godly grit is Holy Spirit-infused passion and perseverance. This book explores Godly grit elements, what prevents it from growing, and what can be done to replenish a lost supply. This book is not for someone satisfied with complacency. This book is for someone who sincerely desires to be a disciple of Jesus and reach a hurting world.

Use affirmations to unleash your inner warrior with this ultimate teen girl's guide to conquering mental battles and radiating confidence! Mental toughness isn’t about always being confident, hiding your emotions, or enduring pain silently – and it certainly isn’t something you’re born with!

Mindfulness is the concept of living in the present while managing stress effectively, mindfulness is on the forefront of mental health forums.

The Gift of Grit will not only elaborate how grit is the strongest predictor of success, it will teach you the practical steps to develop a growth mindset and belief system to pave the way to building a gritty you.

Ignite your entrepreneurial fire and unlock the indomitable force of grit with "The Grit Factor" by Seneca Badger. This transformative, easy-to-understand, concise power book is your one-way ticket to the entrepreneurial roller coaster, specially crafted for the 50+ crowd (or any age person thinking about transitioning into a new work life) and ready to rock the business world with enthusiasm.

The author of Turning Tragedy into Triumph presents her latest book.

Unleash your inner champion and discover the secrets to transforming yourself into an unstoppable force on and off the field with "Mental Toughness for Athletes: 7 Proven Strategies for Young Champions to Build Grit, Boost Emotional Resilience, and Become Unstoppable."

Drawing on real-life experiences from his career as a Navy SEAL, Jon Macaskill unlocks the secret to cultivating these powerful life skills: Mindfulness. Far from being just another buzzword, mindfulness is a practical tool that can empower you to live a life of preparedness, resilience, grit, and compassion.

Imagine for a moment that you are a different person, confident that you can effectively manage every problem that life throws at you. Visualize what your life could be like if you had the mental determination to perform at 100 percent. This book is an excellent guide to acquiring that trait we call mental toughness, a crucial asset in facing life's difficulties. Its purpose is simple: to show you the actions, habits and the right mindset that can open your life to the achievement of ambitious goals.

How can we promote the learning and well-being of all students, especially those who come from some of the most disadvantaged backgrounds? Anindya Kundu argues that we can fight against deeply rooted inequalities in the American educational system by harnessing student agency - each person's unique capacity for positive change. To make his case, Kundu draws powerful narratives from a population of individuals who beat the odds to become academically and professionally successful.