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Why success isn’t enough | Chiara Safar | TEDxLLIS Youth
TEDx Talks·2025-07-24 16:11

Main Idea - The report discusses the pressure and fear of making the "wrong" choices faced by high-achieving students, leading to burnout and a lack of purpose [1][4][10][11][12][13][14][15][16] - The report emphasizes the importance of passion and balance over relentless achievement for true success and fulfillment [7][16][17][18][19][20][24] Proposed Solutions - The report introduces the "3D rule" (Drop, Deny, Direct) as a practical method to reduce commitments and prioritize activities that bring joy and purpose [21][22][23] - The report advocates for a shift in focus from external validation (CV building) to internal fulfillment and experiencing life deeply [8][16][17][18][24] Key Takeaways - The report highlights the potential negative consequences of prioritizing achievement over well-being, including chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout, with approximately 3 hours of sleep a night [11][12][13][14] - The report suggests that true success is not measured by external achievements but by the depth of experience and the presence of passion [24]