Member-only story
What the World’s Top Achievers Have in Common
What distinguishes them from the rest of us
It’s no secret that successful people tend to have one thing in common: big goals. But what separates the achievers from the daydreamers? Is it raw talent? A strong work ethic? Or is it something else entirely?
It’s not just enough to have a great idea or a lofty goal.
Just running through their biographies you’ll soon notice that they all share one key trait: the ability to unlearn. To achieve big goals, it’s essential to be able to recognize when you need to let go of old ideas or paradigms and learn (or create) new ones. This requires a willingness to experiment and a healthy dose of self-awareness.
They were able to peel off the layers one by one until they got to the core of it. And once they reached the core, they were able to build upon that and create their unique path to success.
It also takes a great deal of persistence and self-discipline.
What Unlearning entails
#1. Restructuring and Re-evaluating Personal Beliefs
The process of unlearning outdated beliefs and patterns is essential for personal growth. It allows us…