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Brad Stulberg

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Author of many books. The Way of Excellence is a New York Times and USA Today Bestseller. Get your copy now ⬇️
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The Myth of Suffering for Greatness

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By Brad Stulberg
| bradstulberg.org
Entrepreneur and investor Will Mandis recently wrote, “‘It takes hard work to achieve anything great is a dangerous lie.’ Great output comes from finding an activity that feels as natural as breathing or walking and great work becomes the very substance of your existence. If it feels like a grind you’ve found the wrong expression.” His statement garnered a strong response.
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What’s Courtney Dauwalter’s Secret to Long-Term Excellence? Joy.

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By Brad Stulberg
| Outside Magazine Verified
What do the world’s best endurance athletes have in common? In his latest book, ‘The Way of Excellence,’ author Brad Stulberg explores the importance of positive emotions on training and racing. Courtney Dauwalter celebrating UTMB in 2023 (Photo: JEFF PACHOUD / Getty IMages) In 2023, Courtney Dauwalter made history by becoming the first person to win ultrarunning’s triple crown in a single season: the Western States 100, Hardrock 100, and Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB).
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How to Pay Attention and Care Deeply in a Chaotic World

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By David Epstein, Brad Stulberg
| Range Widely
If TIME Magazine had a feeling of the year, a top contender for 2026 would be overwhelmed. It doesn’t matter your age, geography, or gender—everyone is feeling the effects of an increasingly chaotic world. The sheer volume of input is beyond our capacity to manage it. And yet, most people have some semblance of the same goals: We want to live full and textured lives. We want to contribute and be useful. We want to throw ourselves into meaningful projects and pursuits.
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