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Dr. Michael Gervais on Not Caring What People Think and the Future of Stoicism (Pt 1)
The Daily Stoic
The First Rule of Mastery
In creative or athletic fields, individuals must not seek validation from external sources like crowds. True mastery comes from self-assessment and adherence to personal principles. The key is to focus on being true to one's thoughts, words, actions, and first principles. Mastery involves silencing external noise and prioritizing personal growth over external approval. The poison to avoid is outsourcing one's sense of self to others, worrying about how others perceive you.
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