Grit Science

Bear Grylls knows what it takes to survive. But he’s not the first. Take the American bombardier Louis Zamperini, who survived 47 days stranded at sea by catching and killing hungry sharks and drinking the warm blood of albatrosses - only to be captured by the Japanese and horrifically tortured for years in their most brutal POW camps. Or Marcus Luttrell, a Navy SEAL who single-handedly took on a Taliban regiment before dragging his bleeding, bullet-ridden body for days through the harsh mountains of Afghanistan.

Detroit, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Buffalo, and Baltimore - at one time these were among the 20 most populous and important cities in the US. They helped build our national economy through much of the 20th century but have since struggled due to deindustrialization. As a result of their shared past, this group of former industrial powerhouse cities shares unique structural and cultural traits that make them fertile ground upon which to build a startup-driven resurgence; an outcome that would yield nationwide economic, social, and well-being benefits.

There is no mistaking that inequality in the workplace is still prevalent in the form of salary inequity and unequal representation in leadership and board positions. Too often conversations about inequality can lead to men and women believing they are alike. Women and men are not the same, biologically or psychologically, and these differences lead to significant dissimilarities in how each approaches leadership situations.

New York Times best-selling author Tony Blankley prescribes a three-pronged approach as key to America's success in previous wars that must be "rediscovered" today. The political-correctness crowd will complain, but Blankley argues that this conservative manifesto to reestablish American grit is essential - our nation's very survival depends on it.

Shortly after saving the faeries of Skemantis, magician's apprentice Felix Carmer III and his faerie companion, Grit, head out to see the world. They soon come across a mysteriously magical flying circus. As they get to know the outlandish world of Rinka Tinka's Roving Wonder Show, it becomes clear there's something not quite normal about this circus or its inventor - and that recent airship disasters plaguing nearby Driftside City may have a sinister explanation.

Find out what happens in this kids book about flying against all odds. Sometimes, we are faced with challenges that seem insurmountable. But with grit and hard work, one can achieve great things! Mini Movers and Shakers was developed to inspire children to dream big and work hard. Fun, relatable characters in books easy enough for young listeners, yet interesting for adults.

The series chronicles the adventures of an elite space Ranger and her Roughneck companion Dex. Set in a distant future where humanity has colonized planets across the galaxy, the series follows Ranger Ryder and Dex as the face a multitude of challenges from interstellar wars to political intrigue. The duo must use their combat skills and unwavering determination to stay the course and battle evil, protecting the weak. Along the way they form an unbreakable bond, confronting personal demons and battling injustice while discovering the true meaning of heroism.

How do you teach a child gentleness in a violent world? Caring Ninja learns how to care and empathize with others.

Ambitious Ninja has dreams about advancing to blue belt and realizes that goal setting might just be the answer.

In the new Mini Movers and Shakers children's book series comes a cast of characters who have failed, yet succeeded despite overwhelming obstacles. In the second volume, we meet Steve Jobs. Find out what happens in this kids book about changing the world. Sometimes, we are faced with challenges that seem insurmountable. But with grit and hard work, one can achieve great things!

What if peak performance didn't mean sacrificing your health, your relationships, or your sanity? For years, we've been sold the same broken formula: wake up earlier, hustle harder, push through exhaustion. But what if everything you've been taught about productivity and performance is actually working against your biology? In today's hyper-competitive world, most high achievers find themselves trapped in a frustrating cycle of diminishing returns—more stress, less energy, and results that fall short of their potential. It's not a lack of motivation. It's a mismatch between your biology ...

Author Mary Nhin was inspired to write this story to help children who are feeling lonely during the pandemic and beyond. Lonely Ninja felt isolated and blue without anyone to lean on. Lonely Ninja learns that loneliness is normal, and there are things we can do to help us feel better.

“Payback Vol II” picks up where the cliffhanger from volume “Epiphany Vol I” ended. This series chronicles the adventures of an elite space Ranger and her Roughneck companion Dex. Set in a distant future where humanity has colonized planets across the galaxy, the series follows Ranger Ryder and Dex as they face a multitude of challenges from interstellar wars to political intrigue.

Embark on a transformative journey through "The Science of Virtues," a groundbreaking exploration that transcends the boundaries of science, psychology, and spirituality. Uncover the secrets to a life of purpose, resilience, and fulfillment as you delve into the intricate tapestry of virtues. In this captivating odyssey, you'll unravel the profound mysteries of virtue, from the foundations that shape our character to the cutting-edge insights of neuroscience and positive psychology. Each chapter is a portal to a new realm, where virtues become not just principles but powerful tools for ...

Albert Einstein is known as a genius. But as a child, he was a late developer and couldn't find a teaching job after graduation.

Forgetful Ninja was always forgetting things until one fateful day Forgetful Ninja is introduced to A.A.I. Find out what happens in this comedic book about improving your memory.

Als ich mein heiligstes Gelübde breche und in die Träume meiner Mutter gehe, wird es kompliziert, und zwar schnell. Mit Valerians Hilfe bin ich auf der Suche nach einem Weg, meine Kräfte zu verstärken und zu lernen, mir selbst zu vergeben – und das alles, während ich meine Heimatwelt vor der vollständigen Vernichtung durch durchgeknallte Sektenanhänger rette.

In the new Mini Movers and Shakers children's book series comes a cast of characters who have failed, yet succeeded despite overwhelming obstacles. In the third volume, we meet Elon Musk. Find out what happens in this kids book about inventing things. Sometimes, we are faced with challenges that seem insurmountable. But with grit and hard work, one can achieve great things!

Even though the conniving Doctor Leachum and Testin Gruberson have been banished into the mist at the end of our last book, not everything is back to normal in Hamelot. There are folks whose courage and confidence are being tested. Has Royal Mail Carrier Posten Letterby finally learned his lesson about gossiping? Cat Biggerton is being verbally bullied. How will she deal with her embarrassment and pain? Brill, the aging dragon slayer and hero, is a lonely man. Will a young friend help him get a new outlook a life?

New York has long been both America’s leading cultural center and its sports capital, with far more championship teams, intracity World Series, and major prizefights than any other city. New York Sports collects the work of 14 leading sport historians, providing new insight into the social and cultural history of America’s major metropolis and of the United States.