The Game with Alex Hormozi Unrealistic Expectations of Education | Ep 274
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Feb 2, 2021 The discussion centers on the unrealistic expectations people often set regarding education and success. It explores how these expectations can impede progress and contribute to feelings of failure. Alex emphasizes the importance of adjusting these expectations and adopting an incremental approach to personal growth. He advocates for a more realistic mindset that aligns with long-term goals, suggesting that mentorship can help identify skill gaps. Overall, it's a call to reassess our educational beliefs for a more fulfilling journey.
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Expectations and Happiness
- Expectations determine whether your life is great or terrible.
- Lowering expectations increases happiness, similar to the "haves over wants" principle.
Binary Outcomes vs. Continuum
- Educational expectations often lead to failure because people focus on binary outcomes.
- Shift your focus from "did it work" to "am I closer to my goal?"
College Expectations
- People spend significant money on college without expecting financial returns.
- This mindset is why they are not disappointed upon graduation despite potentially low income.