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#865 - Matthew Syed - How High Performers Build An Unbreakable Mindset

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Embrace Change, Challenge Complacency

Success often lures individuals into complacency, prompting a preference for comfort over exploration. However, viewing achievements as temporary staging posts invites innovation and risk-taking. The fear of losing status can stifle creativity, as self-esteem becomes tied to perfectionism. To foster growth, one should embrace the idea that life is a hypothesis to be tested, encouraging continuous exploration and experimentation rather than settling for the familiar.

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