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Danger Of Chasing External Validation
- Scott Galloway fears his addiction to external affirmation and money will crowd out what matters most in life.
- He recognizes success can hollow priorities and worries he'll regret misplaced focus later.
Privilege Can Erode Ambition In Kids
- Galloway worries privileged kids lack the motivational scarcity he had, which can reduce grit.
- He highlights boys may mature later and face societal devaluation that worsens their prospects.
From 'I Did It' To 'I Was Lucky'
- Galloway recounts his pre-40 narrative of struggle then later realizes structural advantages propelled him.
- He credits talent and work but emphasizes he was "ridiculously lucky" across many dimensions.