Grit, Passion and Mistakes

by Thomas Kavanagh
30th December 2013

Just watched a video from YouTuber Olan Rogers who speaks about doing things that you really believe in. He says that you may have to try for a long time, but if you believe you can do something, then you can do it

So what do you think. Is it grit that makes success? Passion? Just pure talent?

Interested to see what you all think :)

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There's a lot of things going on here. Yes ... if you really believe you can make things happen .. they will.

Regarding success .. G.K Chesterton said something along the lines of "a donkey is successful at being a donkey" So I guess it depends on your definition of the word.

I would suggest knowing what your goal is and then head straight for it. Don't waver.

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It all depends on what you consider as making a 'success' ?

Definition of that word is variable for many people.

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