Your Hidden Superpowers: How the Whole Truth of Failure Can Change Our Lives

By: Becca North

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Synopsis: A research psychologist demonstrates how changing your viewpoint of failure can unlock hidden resources insider of you. In Your Hidden Superpowers, Dr. Becca North rewrites the story we tell ourselves about failure. She puts forth a captivating vision of how shifting our view of failure can change how we lead our lives, yielding profound benefits for us as individuals and as a society by exposing hidden resources within us—unleashing innovations, breakthroughs, joy, meaning, and magic yet to be discovered. Dr. North&’s book draws on scientific research and features personal interviews she conducted with inspiring, well-known individuals from a wide range of fields: poetry and literature, politics, sports, education, business, social media, and technology. This book is filled with fascinating stories of failure from some of the world&’s best-known successes, such as Maya Angelou, Albert Einstein, Cory Booker, Steve Jobs, and Coach Mike Krzyzewski. A great read for graduates, loved ones, or anyone needing inspiration in the face of life&’s challenges.