Practical Pop Culture: How The Princess Bride Teaches Everything You Need to Know About Skill
At the end of this post is a section named “The Call” — it’s your “call to action” with practical steps to put what you read into practice. I am all for philosophical discussions about heavy topics, but it’s nice to learn something quick you can implement immediately. Comment below and let me know what you think!
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You are being sold a lie every single day. You are being told you are special, above all others, and all it takes for 1 person to see it.
Even better, you won’t have to do anything — that person will come to YOU. Somehow, they will magically happen upon you and BAM — instant fame/success/power/money/whatever.
This is a damaging and difficult mindset, but it’s not something we randomly bring upon ourselves.
Whom do we have to thank for this?
Look no further than 2 of the most famous characters ever conceived…
- Harry Potter: One of the best wizards in the world who didn’t know magic existed until 5 minutes ago.