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#RI-6ac8dff7·5 months ago·
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Lookback: High school and university

“Believed in being academically gifted”

Afraid of failure, protected ego by not trying

What I wish I knew
"Self-doubt is normal"
If I could tell you one thing
"Face fears and accept reality"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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