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Yuhuru Williams
Historian and founding director of the Racial Justice Initiative at the University of St. Thomas; co-author of Call Him Jack: The Story of Jackie Robinson, Black Freedom Fighter.
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Oct 20, 2025
• 34min
Playing the Long Game: The Power of Self-Control
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Angela Duckworth, a psychologist and author of "Grit," explores the science of self-control, emphasizing techniques to manage impulses effectively. Yuhuru Williams, a historian and advocate for racial justice, discusses Jackie Robinson's remarkable composure in the face of adversity and how it reshaped perceptions in baseball. They reveal how mastering self-control can lead to success, highlighting practical strategies like situational design to strengthen willpower and enhance personal discipline.
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