"Bad improvisers block action, often with a high degree of skill. Good improvisers develop action."(p.115) - Malcolm Gladwell

You can’t concentrate on doing anything if you are thinking, “What’s gonna happen if it doesn’t go right?

Happiness, in one sense, is a function of how closely our world conforms to the infinite variety of human preference.

as it may be — matters. How you feel about your abilities — your academic “self-concept” — in the context of your classroom shapes your willingness to tackle challenges and finish difficult tasks. It’s a crucial element in your motivation and confidence.