Deliberate practice Quote by Angela Duckworth
““In our family, we live by the Hard Thing Rule. It has three parts. The first is that everyone—including Mom and Dad—has to do a hard thing. A hard thing is something that requires daily deliberate practice. I’ve told my kids that psychological research is my hard thing, but I also practice yoga. Dad tries to get better and better at being a real estate developer; he does the same with running. My oldest daughter, Amanda, has chosen playing the piano as her hard thing. She did ballet for years, but later quit. So did Lucy.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Grit by Angela Duckworth, 2016
A family rule that each member commits to a daily, challenging practice to build skill and character.
In simple terms: Everyone should practice a difficult skill daily.
Key Takeaway
Commit to a daily hard thing.
Themes
discipline
growth
family
habit formation
Mood
motivational
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- personal development
- skill building
Key Concepts
deliberate practice
grit
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What hard thing will you start today?
- How can you keep it sustainable?
A Different Perspective
Consistent effort can lead to burnout if not balanced.
