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In this podcast episode titled "Remarkable People with Guy Kawasaki," Angela Duckworth, a psychology professor and CEO of Character Lab, discusses her work on grit and self-control in educational achievement. Duckworth introduces her "hard thing rule" and "fun thing rule" in her family, promoting a balanced approach to personal growth. The conversation then shifts to Kawasaki's experience with podcasting as a challenging yet enjoyable activity. They discuss the concept of labeling and the importance of a growth mindset in seeking challenges and promoting personal growth.
The relationship between grit and talent is explored, with Duckworth emphasizing the aspects of effort and perseverance in her research. They also discuss Duckworth's goal of using psychological science to help children thrive and her decision to decline Kawasaki's invitation to discuss the psychology of vaccination, deferring to her research partner's expertise. The effectiveness of podcasting compared to writing books is debated, with Kawasaki suggesting alternative platforms like YouTube or TikTok for reaching younger generations.
In the second segment, Duckworth and Kawasaki discuss the idea of making the world psychologically literate and the power of books in promoting psychological understanding. They touch on the Trump administration's role in highlighting the importance of character. Duckworth introduces the term "autodidact" and praises the African Leadership Academy's approach of fostering an autodidact identity in students.
In the final segment, Duckworth and Kawasaki discuss the importance of culture and self-awareness in personal growth. Duckworth emphasizes the significance of self-awareness and the ability to reflect on oneself. They agree that combining self-awareness with a supportive environment can lead to remarkable achievements. Kawasaki concludes the episode by thanking sponsors and reminding listeners to practice grit and take precautions during the ongoing pandemic.
In this podcast episode titled "Remarkable People with Guy Kawasaki," Angela Duckworth, a psychology