Overachievement by John Eliot Summary
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Forget everything you know about success. "Overachievement" reveals why stress is your PowerBar and relaxation techniques actually undermine performance. Dave Matthews and Olympic athletes swear by Dr. Eliot's counterintuitive approach - embrace pressure, reject goals, and find extraordinary results with less effort.
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Embracing Pressure and Redefining Success
When we think about achieving greatness, we often turn to conventional wisdom: set goals, relax under pressure, and manage stress. However, in my book "Overachievement," I argue that these strategies are not only ineffective but also misguided. Overachievers, those who consistently excel beyond expectations, adopt a mindset that is distinct and often counterintuitive. To start, let's address the notion of pressure. Most people view pressure as something to be avoided or managed. But overachievers see it differently. They welcome pressure, recognizing it as a catalyst for performance. The physical feelings of nervousness or butterflies in the stomach are not signs of anxiety to be quelled, but rather indicators that you are engaged and ready to perform at a high level. Consider the example of Olympic athletes. When they step onto the track or into the arena, they don't try to calm their nerves; instead, they harness that energy to fuel their performance. This is not about being reckless or ignoring preparation, but about understanding that the discomfort you feel is a sign that you are pushing yourself to new heights.
The Trusting Mindset vs. The Training Mindset
Creating Your Own Lens
The Myth of Relaxation and Stress Management
Pursuing Big Dreams
Tools for Overachievement
Real-World Examples and Scientific Insights
Conclusion: Embracing the Journey
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Creado por exalumnos de la Universidad de Columbia en San Francisco
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Creado por exalumnos de la Universidad de Columbia en San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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