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Episode · No Stupid Questions · 2024-02-25

Books mentioned on 184. Are You Doing Too Much?

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How can you strive for excellence without overworking yourself? Why is perfectionism on the rise?

Angela Duckworth recommended The Perfection Trap by Thomas Curran.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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  1. The Perfection Trap

    Thomas Curran · at 19:19 · mentioned 2 times

    The Perfection Trap by Thomas Curran explores the hidden dangers of perfectionism and urges readers to embrace the power of being good enough in a society obsessed with relentless growth.

    Recommended
    “his book is called the Perfection trap embracing the power of good enough”
    Angela Duckworth 184. Are You Doing Too Much? 2024-02-25 Listen at 19:19
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Passing Grit
“Yeah, I don't know if that accounts for his living to 100, but oh my gosh! He loved grit!”
Angela Duckworth 184. Are You Doing Too Much? 2024-02-25 Listen at 8:43
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