There are several routes to achievement, though it’s fascinating to see how similar the traits of successful individuals are. Research on high performers who figure things out fast across business, athletics, and creative fields consistently points to the same cluster of habits and mindsets that can be learned and practiced at any stage. If you want to be tremendously successful and live the life of your dreams, take your cues from those who have already done it. Grit and a growth mindset mean that the more you push through, the more you come to believe that pushing through is possible, and that belief fuels the next push. Success is less a destination than a feedback loop. Many people continue to live lives that are remarkable, even if they began rather unremarkable.  Research on self-confidence has found a person’s belief in themselves to be one of the strongest indicators of achievement, shaping not only performance outcomes but also how persistently people pursue goals when obstacles arise. What makes this relevant is that personal confidence builds through …