Things that cannot be taught
…that I wish could be:
1. How to make yourself happy
People I know who are best at making themselves happy were also acutely miserable at some point.
People I know who are bad at this have only known a numb unhappiness and a lot of inertia.
Being able to make yourself happy is different from being lucky.
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2. Professional judgment
In roles that require managing people and processes, the difference between the average performer and the very best is professional judgment.
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3. Self awareness
It is the pre-req for the ability to self correct, which is important for growth beyond the limits of your natural talent.
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Or can they be taught?
Or perhaps they can’t be taught but they can be learned?
Discuss.
