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Crispin Thurlow
Sociolinguist who encourages embracing mediocrity and contentment without comparison.
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Jan 1, 2024
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Why you should embrace mediocrity | Crispin Thurlow
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Sociolinguist Crispin Thurlow challenges the relentless pursuit of superiority, suggesting that embracing mediocrity can lead to greater contentment. He shares how societal pressures fuel an obsession with exceptionalism while personal stories illustrate the joy found in ordinary experiences. Thurlow highlights the deceptive nature of terms like 'elite' and encourages listeners to see value in their own mediocrity, presenting it as a pathway to self-acceptance and reducing the burdens of comparison.
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