IMPACTER HelpTrack a ticket
Knowledge base / The 8 anchor attributes

The 8 anchor attributes

Grit, curiosity, purpose & more.

Building Grit: An Engine for Impact

Grit is the combination of passion and perseverance that gets you across the finish line of your goal. People with grit don't give up; they have an unwavering commitment to accomplishing objectives, even when faced with

Cultivating a Growth Mindset

A growth mindset is what it sounds like: a belief that your abilities can improve and grow. People who display a growth mindset accomplish more as a result of their sustained effort, learning, and persistence. This minds

Embracing Gratitude: Completing & Restarting The Impacter Cycle

Gratitude is feeling appreciation for what others have done for you. It has been linked to increased happiness, improved health, and stronger relationships.

Fostering Compassion with Impacter Pathway

Compassion is caring for those in need. It contributes to positive interpersonal relationships, emotional well-being, and a sense of purpose.

Perspective-Taking: Fostering Empathy in Students

Perspective-taking is the ability to see things from someone else's point of view. This skill is crucial in building empathy, reducing stereotyping, promoting cooperation, and improving decision-making. Impacter Pathway

Purpose: Guiding Students Towards Their Passions

A sense of purpose is what drives you to pursue something meaningful, for yourself and for the greater good. Impacter Pathway helps students uncover their purpose by providing them with opportunities to explore various f

The Role of Curiosity in Lifelong Learning

Curiosity is the drive to know and understand the world, yourself, and others. It is often considered the cornerstone of lifelong learning. From an early age, our natural inquisitiveness pushes us to explore the world ar

The Role of Self-Control in Student Success

Self-control is the skill of resisting impulses, forgoing temptation, and managing your emotions so that you can more easily accomplish your goals. It is a vital life skill, acting as a foundation for personal growth, su

Understanding the 8 Anchor Attributes

The Impacter 8 Anchor Attributes are the cornerstone of the Impacter Pathway program. Designed by Harvard's Making Caring Common Project to encompass a holistic approach to education, these competencies extend beyond the