‘When we aspire toward intimacy with what matters to us, we overcome alienation and disconnection and feel more at home in the world.’
‘Working on concrete tasks with objective and measurable results is a source of deep satisfaction and helps to keep us humble and grounded.’
‘By building multiple rooms in your identity house, you become less fragile, gain resilience, and bolster yourself against setbacks.’
‘It is important that your goals align with your values.’
‘Worry less about heroic days and more about creating a heroic body of work.’
‘Show up every day and give what you’ve got.’
‘Whenever possible, keep it simple and be wary of hiding behind complexity.’
‘You don’t need to feel good to get going; you need to get going to give yourself a chance to feel good.’
‘The more stress in your life, the more you should try to offset it with rest.’
‘Rest and renewal do not come at the expense of your primary pursuit; they are integral parts of your primary pursuit and your commitment to excellence.’
‘Never prejudge performance.’
Source:
Brad Stulberg (2026). The Way of Excellence: A Guide to True Greatness and Deep Satisfaction in a Chaotic World
