People I (Mostly) Admire Yul Kwon: “Don't Try to Change Yourself All at Once.” (Update)
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Apr 5, 2025 
Yul Kwon, the multifaceted winner of Survivor, lawyer, and Google VP, shares insights into his fascinating journey. He candidly discusses overcoming childhood OCD and social anxiety as an immigrant, revealing the importance of small, gradual changes for personal growth. Kwon provides an insider's look at the strategic mind games of Survivor, explaining game theory's role in his victory. He also touches on the benefits of nature for mental health and his ongoing efforts in ALS research, blending personal stories with professional insights.
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Childhood Struggles
- Yul Kwon details his challenging childhood, marked by social anxiety, OCD, and bullying.
- These experiences fueled his determination to change and improve himself.
Incremental Change
- Don't try to change everything at once; focus on small, manageable steps.
- Push yourself slightly outside your comfort zone daily to achieve incremental progress.
Fake It Till You Make It
- Yul Kwon's brother, struggling with insecurity, adopted a strategy of feigning confidence.
- This act, he found, gradually fostered genuine confidence, inspiring Yul.
