How to Get Ahead by Giving Up
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking TEDx talk that challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding grit and perseverance. Discover how the act of quitting, often viewed negatively, can paradoxically lead to a better life and a more just world. Delve into the cultural history of our negative perception of giving up, and learn why pausing and pivoting might be more valuable than relentless determination. Join Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, novelist, and screenwriter Dr. Julia Keller as she presents a compelling case for embracing surrender as a path to personal growth and societal progress. Gain insights from this 14-minute presentation that encourages a fresh perspective on success and happiness, contrasting with popular self-help narratives.
Syllabus
How to get ahead by giving up | Julia Keller | TEDxOhioStateUniversity
Taught by
TEDx
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