The School of Greatness 7 Pieces of Popular Life Advice That Keep 99% of People Miserable, & How You Can Avoid Them
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Sep 3, 2025 Explore seven commonly accepted pieces of life advice that might be keeping you stuck. Learn why 'follow your passion' can lead to burnout and how staying positive can be toxic. Discover the importance of embracing challenges and emotional agility for personal growth. Understand when to let go of unproductive paths and the significance of authenticity over mere appearance of success. Dive into the depths of imposter syndrome and find what true fulfillment looks like, all while aligning actions with personal values.
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Passion Needs A Plan
- Identify what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can get paid for.
- Build competence, confidence, consistency, and currency by serving and getting paid for value.
Emotional Agility Over Forced Positivity
- Constant positivity can block real healing by forcing suppression of valid emotions.
- Process emotions with agility to improve mental and physical health.
Pair Patience With Proactivity
- Combine patience with proactive, consistent action toward your goals.
- Communicate vision, ask for feedback, and showcase results instead of passively waiting.
