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Are ambitious parents bad parents? [Amanda Goetz]

The Examined Life

CHAPTER

Embracing Failure and Persistence

The chapter explores the speaker's journey of overcoming setbacks, embracing failure, and persisting in the face of challenges. It discusses how feelings of being behind in life can be a driving force for motivation rather than discouragement, emphasizing the value of persistence and seizing opportunities. The speaker shares personal anecdotes from childhood to corporate life, highlighting the importance of staying true to oneself amidst societal expectations and challenges in male-dominated environments.

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