Following one passion make you less successful

"Follow your passion" is one of the most common and well-meant advice. However, there is data, that suggests, that following one passion actually can make you less successful.

Having one passion somehow indicates a belief, that our interests and passions are fixed, rather than changing along with us. Which is not the case. And fixed interests = fixed mindset. Fixed mindset = trouble.

Stanford scientists say that:

Following ONE passion can make you less successful, because it might mean you are narrow-minded.

And unable to connect different fields/areas. Little depressing, I know.

Passion might sound so abstract, that you have no idea, where even to start looking for it. So you don’t. It`s natural. If something is too abstract or too complex, our brain resists it.

Let me help your brain. And you.

Instead of searching for a mystical and mythic passion, look for the set of your talents and strengths. Each of us has it.

If that`s still too abstract, try this: When you do something, if you feel energized, joyful, that means you are using your strength.

Or, when you read/hear/see something and think “oh, that`s where I`d love to contribute, it sounds so interesting.” Even if you have no skills or experience, or knowledge, that`s the direction to go.

Even if your interest in something makes no sense initially, still, go for it.

When you start mastering your strengths – in other words, doing more of what you love, you eventually will become better and better in that. And that`s how you will develop one of your passions.

However, don`t stop there. Remember - Stanford. Don`t stop at ONE passion. Keep on exploring. Use your growth mindset. Growth mindset = success. Be open-minded and get comfortable with discovering new things!

Life is full of possibilities if you are looking out for them.

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