World-Renowned Psychologist: What If The Problem Isn't You? | Angela Duckworth
re:WORKING with Tim CampbellShow Notes
Today, Tim is joined by one of the world's most influential psychologists, Angela Duckworth. Angela became famous for her groundbreaking work on grit — the idea that passion and perseverance matter more than talent when it comes to long-term success.
But after years studying high achievers, she's come to a surprising conclusion:
What if the problem isn't you? What if it's your situation?
In this conversation, Angela explains why so many ambitious people get stuck trying harder when what they really need is a different environment, different relationships, or a different way of thinking. From burnout and motivation to failure, confidence and career transitions, she shares the research that changed her own mind about achievement.
Tim and Angela discuss: - Why trying harder isn't always the answer - How your environment shapes your success - Why failure feels so personal — and how to recover from it - Why mentors matter more than most people realise - The loneliness epidemic and what it's doing to us - Why confidence doesn't automatically transfer into new situations - How to design situations that make success easier
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