With accomplishment comes a growing pressure to pretend that we know more than we do. To pretend we already know everything.
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In "The Ego Is the Enemy," Ryan Holiday discusses the paradox of achievement and the associated pressure that comes with it. As individuals find success, they often feel compelled to portray an image of complete knowledge and certainty, masking their uncertainties and gaps in understanding. This phenomenon can lead to a false facade of confidence, which may hinder personal growth and learning.
Holiday emphasizes that while it's natural to want to...
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