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Unlocking Hidden Potential with Malcolm Gladwell

Worklife with Adam Grant

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Navigating Perfectionism in Diving

This chapter reflects on the speaker's high school diving experiences and the drawbacks of perfectionism, including rumination and fear of failure. Through personal anecdotes, the discussion emphasizes how these challenges can inhibit growth rather than promote it. The narrative also critiques parental expectations and underscores the importance of character development over external achievements.

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