The School of Greatness 977 Embracing Discomfort and Chasing Your Dreams with Luvvie Ajayi Jones
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Jul 8, 2020 
In this captivating discussion, Luvvie Ajayi Jones, a renowned author and speaker known for her dynamic TED Talk, dives into the importance of embracing discomfort for personal growth and chasing dreams. She shares insights on redefining failure, emphasizing that true failure lies in avoiding creativity. Luvvie also highlights the profound impact of her 'Share the Mic Now' campaign, advocating for the amplification of marginalized voices. Throughout, she encourages courage in communication and the necessity of self-care amidst social justice pursuits.
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Speak Up
- Speak up against injustices, even when it's uncomfortable.
- Many moments of silence create cataclysmic events, so we must talk thoughtfully.
Truth-Telling in Private vs. Public
- Speak thoughtfully to those in your sphere of influence.
- Hold friends and family accountable privately, not through public shaming.
Judgement Reframed
- We judge each other on superficial things.
- Instead, we should judge how people contribute to the world.
