Grit combines perseverance and passion for long-term goals. Concept dates back to Francis Galton and Aristotle. William James introduced distinction between achievement traits in 1907
Term first documented by John Bulwer in 1650. Refers to individuals rising from poverty through self-improvement. Benjamin Franklin considered greatest exemplar of self-made man
Jimmy Donaldson started YouTube channel in 2012 at age 13. Initially focused on gaming videos, later shifted to discussion content. Created "Worst Intros" series in 2016, later shifted to challenges
Great quotes inspire and put life in perspective. True wisdom comes from knowing you know nothing. Life has no limitations except those you make. Opportunity is missed by most people
Happiness comes from actions, not waiting for results. Action is the foundation of success, according to Picasso. Success requires both ignorance and confidence. Life begins at the end of one's comfort zone
30 proverbs about daily life and Chinese culture are collected. "Facts beat eloquence" and "a word already produced" are key sayings. "Road distant knows horse strength, days old see man heart". "Ten years to cultivate wood, 100 years to cultivate man". "Food is first priority of people"