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Moment 177: You're NOT Lazy! This Is The REAL Reason You Procrastinate: The Performance Doctor

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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True Genius Demands Struggle

Child prodigies often overestimate their abilities due to early success that comes from natural talent rather than original thinking. This leads to a lack of engagement with failure or the creative process, which limits their growth and ability to innovate. Many prodigies master existing knowledge but do not develop the character skills necessary for true genius, which often involves resilience, creativity, and risk-taking. In contrast, adult geniuses may lack initial natural talent but possess the ability to harness their hidden potential through hard work and principled practice.

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