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The Daily Stoic · October 17, 2026 · 1h 11m
Why Grit Isn’t Enough | Angela Duckworth
Angela Duckworth, the psychologist behind the concept of grit, joins Ryan Holiday to discuss why effort alone doesn't determine success. Drawing from her new book Situated, she explores how environments, relationships, and specific situations shape our behavior more than we realize. The conversation covers how we unconsciously give away our attention, what she misunderstood about her own marriage, and why our worst moments shouldn't define our whole story.
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Angela Duckworth acknowledges that her earlier emphasis on grit and effort is incomplete — sometimes trying harder is not the right answer.
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Certain people and places bring out the best in us — our behavior is profoundly shaped by context, not just character.
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