Key to Success response

   Hello, my name is Conner, I am in writer's craft because I think it will greatly contribute to my life skills. I am 17 years old and love many things; this includes sailing, drawing, writing, listening to music, and reading. I am interested in writing because I feel it is a good way to show creativity and it is something I enjoy. I have done some writing before, dabbling in stories and poems when I feel the need to write. I work with Toronto Brigantines, a Youth Sail Training program where I am an officer (Somebody who helps teach the new people how to sail). It is a volunteer position throughout the winter and the summer; winter is preparing the ship for the summer and summer is filled with sailing and teaching. I want to go into Marine Navigation as a career and then eventually settle into a trade when I decide to settle down. I love my friends and family, they support me and the things that I do; encouraging me to choose my own path. I am fairly normal, I work, go to school, hang out with friends, do homework, and chores. It can get pretty busy but it is what it is.

      In the video we watched it described grit and growth mindset; I believe that this was a very interesting topic to discuss and can lead to very thoughtful conversations. We do know what Growth Mindset is. Our school is very growth mindset orientated, and tries to teach this to our students although many are not sure what the point is. This video gives us an idea of where the growth mindset comes from; giving many more people interest in it. Another aspect that this video focuses on is how success is not based on solitary traits that our society seems to focus on such as intelligence, beauty, and so on. This may be very encouraging for some students, or a peak at reality for others; success depends on dedication and perseverance no matter how good you are at something.
    In conclusion I think that this was a very thought and information filled video. This video may contribute to people's motivation in this course and as they continue on their journey through life.