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Best of: Martha Beck on Living with Integrity

FOMO Sapiens with Patrick J. McGinnis

CHAPTER

Prioritizing Joy Over Achievement

The chapter explores a significant decision made by the speaker while pursuing her doctorate at Harvard, where she opted to continue a pregnancy despite the diagnosis of Down syndrome in her child. This choice reflects a shift towards prioritizing joy over societal expectations of achievement, leading to a transformative journey of living authentically and true to one's values. Through personal stories, the chapter highlights the importance of embracing intrinsic happiness and breaking away from cultural and religious norms to live a fulfilling life.

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