The Art of Manliness #491: Everything You Know About Passion is Wrong
Mar 18, 2019
In this engaging discussion, Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness, experts on human performance and the psychology of passion, dissect the complexities of passion. They reveal that passion has both light and dark sides, cautioning against the typical advice to "find your passion." The duo emphasizes the need for a mastery mindset to navigate the delicate balance between obsession and genuine interest, while highlighting the importance of patience, internal motivation, and the acceptance of an unbalanced life for true fulfillment.
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Growing Your Passion
- Cultivate passion by focusing on competency, autonomy, and relatedness.
- These three elements contribute to long-term satisfaction and enjoyment in pursuits.
Keep Your Day Job
- Avoid going all-in on your passion too early.
- Keep your day job and gradually develop your passion as a side hustle to reduce pressure and allow risk-taking.
How Passion Goes Wrong
- Negative passion arises when external markers of success become primary.
- This shift can lead to identity being wrapped up in achievements, increasing fear of failure and likelihood of cheating.
