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The Myth of 110%: Why Slowing Down Will Actually Make You More Successful
Stressors in your life are often illusions—either imposed by others or internalized by you. We tend to push ourselves to go at 110% all the time, thinking that it’s the only way to succeed. But here’s the truth: if you take a step back and allow yourself to slow down, you’ll actually do better. The anxiety, the pit in your stomach, and the tension you feel are all products of the pressure to be fast and efficient at all costs.
Consider this: most machines in manufacturing plants don’t run at full capacity; they operate at 80% or 90%, with downtime built in to prevent breakdowns. The same…
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