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diff --git a/content/blog/2020-10-12-mediocrity.md b/content/blog/2020-10-12-mediocrity.md index f919900..7a1c8e7 100644 --- a/content/blog/2020-10-12-mediocrity.md +++ b/content/blog/2020-10-12-mediocrity.md @@ -16,7 +16,7 @@ allowed us to reach a lesser yet still superb solution. Philosophers throughout history have inspected this plight from many viewpoints. Greek mythology speaks of the [golden -mean](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_mean_(philosophy)), which uses the +mean](<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_mean_(philosophy)>), which uses the story of Icarus to illustrate that sometimes "the middle course" is the best solution. In this story, Daedalus, a famous artist of his time, built feathered wings for himself and his son so that they might escape the clutches of King @@ -40,9 +40,9 @@ considered. Over and over throughout history, we've found that perfection is often unrealistic and unachievable. However, we push ourselves and our peers to "give -100%" or "go the extra mile," while it may be that the better course is to -give a valuable level of effort while considering the effects of further effort -on the outcome. Working harder does not always help us achieve loftier goals. +100%" or "go the extra mile," while it may be that the better course is to give +a valuable level of effort while considering the effects of further effort on +the outcome. Working harder does not always help us achieve loftier goals. This has presented itself to me most recently during my time studying at my university. I was anxious and feeling the stresses of my courses, career, and @@ -56,8 +56,8 @@ talking to my father when he said something simple that hit home: The thought was extremely straightforward and uncomplicated, yet it was something that I had lost sight of during my stress-filled years at school. Ever since then, I've found myself pausing and remembering that quote every time I -get anxious or stressed. It helps to stop and think "Can I do anything to -affect the outcome, or am I simply worrying over something I can't change?" +get anxious or stressed. It helps to stop and think "Can I do anything to affect +the outcome, or am I simply worrying over something I can't change?" # When Mediocrity Isn't Enough |