PSY108 Introduction to Psychology

 

In this module, we examine motivation, personality, and the importance of grit and having a growth mindset. Exercising grit and resilience is a critical component of achieving long-term goals. But where does it come from? Let’s take a deeper look at motivation and grit together.

 

For your initial post, complete the grit scale and the Big Five Personality Test in your webtext and answer the following questions: Based on the grit scale and the Big Five Personality Test, what is your grit level and most dominant personality traits? Do you agree with your results? What is the value of knowing your grit level and personality traits? Do you agree with Rita Pierson’s position that emotional connections (positive or negative) are critical motivators for achieving long-term goals?

 

Explain why or why not. Who is your champion? (Note: This can be yourself.) How does your champion contribute to your grit or motivation? How do the concepts of grit and personality apply to any of the following programmatic course themes: Self-care Social justice Emotional intelligence Career connections Ethics