Most people overestimate how much others care about them and what others think of them (a psychological phenomenon called personal fable); intentionally selecting 3-4 trustworthy mirrors from whom to solicit feedback, rather than caring about everyone's opinions, is one of the key predictors of success.

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Speaker

Dr. Gio Valiante

Evidence Quote

people don't pay too much attention to forming opinions of other people... so what I'll say is let's pick three people maybe four who you're going to give the power who you're going to actually listen to

Source

The Art of Failure: The Unexpected Path to Success (Audio)The Knowledge Project Podcast
Created: 8/11/2026, 1:28:39 AM

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