A new book is cycling through the internet about Grit. The perseverance to do something that is hard is something that can help create success later in a child’s life. The author of this new book is Angela Duckworth, and she gives pearls of wisdom regarding how to grow into a successful adult to parents. Some of the things she says to be important are listed as: Everyone in the family must do something hard, finish what you start, and no one gets to pick a hard rule for themselves.
“Do what you love.”
Grit in children who are not dyslexic can be fostered though the above advice, however children who have been diagnosed with dyslexia are already living those grit producing traits. In addition to that, children with dyslexia may reach for and try to pursue dreams that may seem out of reach or impossible. Grit is important in not allowing anyone to talk them out of their dreams and goals. The author says that the most import thing is to hang out with other ‘gritty’ people because there can be a lot of negative influence in the world.
Key takeaways
- Living with dyslexia takes grit.
- Many with dyslexia have been discouraged from going after their goals.
- Do what you love, Don’t accept No, have hope is just some of the advice those with dyslexia share with each other.
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