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#748 - Rob Henderson - How Privileged Thinking Drives Our Entire Culture
Modern Wisdom
Two-Step Potential Theory
Individual agency is blended with real-world limitations in the two-step potential theory. Behavioral genetics show that 50% of psychological traits are inherited, indicating that 50% of outcomes are influenced by genetics. This underlines the importance of focusing on self-improvement rather than comparison to others. The concept of a potential window is highlighted, where external factors set the boundaries but individual efforts determine the position within. Genetic limitations should not deter individuals from striving for improvement, as potential could remain unexplored if not pursued.
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