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Ch.13: Leaning into the Nothingness—The Isolation of Innovation: Why Venturing Feels Lonely and How to Embrace It
When you choose a path of venturing—whether it’s starting something new, taking risks, or stepping into the unknown—you’ll quickly realize how lonely it can be. This is what people mean when they say, “It’s lonely at the top.” It’s not just about success; it’s about the isolation that comes from doing something different, something unproven.
The truth is, this loneliness is a natural part of the journey. To move forward, you have to accept people as they are, even if they don’t fully understand or support what you’re doing. You have to recognize that this path is yours—no one else’s. That…
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