Counterpoint: Expectations are More Powerful Than Goals

If you have a problem reaching a reoccurring goal you set for yourself year after year, chances are your problem is not with the goal. Instead, your problem is likely with the expectations you have of yourself. You get a reward for achieving a goal. Conversely, you get nothing for meeting expectations. Think about it, […]

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Counterpoint: There is Nothing Wrong with NOT Being a Leader

Adults put far too much emphasis on leadership and leading when influencing children and young adults. Nearly all parents, teachers, and coaches encourage youth to aspire to be leaders. As a result, nearly all kids grow up imagining themselves one day being a leader. However, by definition everyone can’t be a leader. It’s only a […]

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Counterpoint: Practice Does NOT Make You Better

One of the biggest myths in our society is that practice makes you better. However, this is just not true. Practice is an opportunity to get better, but practice does not make you better. When you practice the same way average people practice, you will be average. If you keep practicing that same way you […]

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