Let’s chat about GRIT.
Perseverance.
Hanging in there.
Sticking it out.
Unwavering till completion.
My trusty resource, dictionary.com defines grit as “firmness of character; indomitable spirit (cannot be subdued or overcome); and pluck (which means courage or resolution in the face of difficulties).
Oh heck yes!
Let’s get some GRIT!
I can’t be the only one who feels like I need a gentle nudge to take another step in a challenging situation or dig deep for one more courageous attempt.
Is there a recurring theme in your life requiring grit from you?
Grit is more than just resilience.
Grit is the unwavering commitment to persevere and pursue your desired outcome despite the difficulties, the setbacks, or the obstacles arising in your path.
It’s the combination of perseverance paired with passion helping us push forward when things get tough.
Grit is vital in our everyday life because it enables us to stay focused on the pieces that truly matter, helping us stay the course.
Life requires effort, patience, grace, endurance; we could go on and on.
Grit shows up to move through the conflict, initiate forgiveness, and turn up the endurance; especially when times are hard.
When grit is absent, we can lose the determination, fortitude, spunk, and tenacity to keep going.
We abandon dreams - or worse stop dreaming.
We quit on our goals.
We experience strain or brokenness in our relationships.
We find ourselves in a cycle of frustration, self-doubt, or complacency.
We see the hurdle - but we’re just not sure we can or even want to muster the effort to get over it, through it, around it, or whatever route it may take.
This is NOT a place any of us want to find ourselves.
But sometimes we do.
I literally found myself there this week.
And I know I’ve been there more times than I’d like to admit.
It’s a good thing God’s Word encourages me and reminds me I can persevere in His strength.
Encouragement to keep going is found in Galatians 6:9, “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”(NIV)
And the reminder to tap into God’s strength to get through the trials; “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.” Hebrews 12:1b -2a (NIV)
Let’s get gritty! For real. Let’s take steps to push through when it feels like too much...
breakthrough is just around the corner.
Each Enneagram Type will display grit differently, have different challenges when implementing, and pursue it in their own way.
Here are ways each type can cultivate grit for growth:
Type 1 | Practice self-compassion and focus on progress rather than perfection. Allow flexibility to navigate setbacks.
Type 2 | Balance serving others with self-care. Set boundaries and stay consistent in pursuing personal goals.
Type 3 | Focus on intrinsic motivation and long-term fulfillment rather than external validation. Celebrate effort, not just results.
Type 4 | Develop routines and grounding practices to stay focused on long-term goals, even during emotional lows.
Type 5 | Balance preparation with action. Break goals into manageable steps to stay engaged and energized.
Type 6 | Build confidence by taking small, courageous steps. Trust your inner strength and lean on supportive relationships.
Type 7 | Practice patience and discipline. Commit to seeing projects through, even when they lose their initial excitement.
Type 8 | Temper strength with vulnerability. Open up to trusted others for support and channel perseverance into collaborative efforts.
Type 9 | Set clear priorities and take intentional steps toward personal growth. Embrace conflict as a path to deeper understanding.
By understanding how grit aligns with each Enneagram type, we can leverage our unique strengths while tending to our growth areas.
Our Guide to Gaining Growth (grit version), explores more about grit within each type.
Incorporating grit isn’t always easy, but the rewards are profound.
By embracing grit, we can build lives and relationships that thrive, even in the face of challenges.
You’ve got grit.
Carry on with confidence.
Growing with GRIT right along with you,
Katie and Kristan
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