The School of Greatness 506 Lilly Singh: Becoming Your Own Superhero Bawse
Jul 5, 2017
In this engaging discussion, Lilly Singh, a Canadian YouTube star and bestselling author, shares her transformative journey from depression to success. She emphasizes the power of community and collaboration, punctuated by humorous challenges. Lilly reflects on personal growth, family dynamics, and the shortcomings of traditional education in fostering well-being. She highlights the significance of perseverance, creativity, and kindness in navigating fame and authenticity. With a focus on defining one's path, Lilly inspires listeners to embrace their true selves and harness their potential.
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Happiness Is Work Not Curriculum
- Lilly Singh realized school doesn't teach inner work like happiness or mental-health maintenance.
- She emphasizes that emotional wellbeing requires deliberate effort, not passive expectation.
Car Cry Led To A Closer Bond
- Lilly describes a turning point when she cried in her car and then opened up to her mother.
- That vulnerable conversation transformed their relationship into one of deep openness and trust.
Obsessive Excellence As Double-Edged Sword
- Lilly's obsessive attention to detail fuels excellence and also small inefficiencies like spending hours on a fruit platter.
- She frames productivity as choosing where to invest finite energy into being outstanding.