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Why Is Passion Important for Success in Life?

By Carmen Jacob — 2020

You probably heard people say that passion is important in all aspects of life. But have you wondered why? We asked 12 experts, why is passion important for success in life.

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Why Now Is the Time to Follow Your Purpose | Brian Tracy

Your life purpose is what makes you truly feel fulfilled. Whatever it is, go after it and don’t let obstacles get in your way. Now is the time to follow your purpose.

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Brian Tracy
2020
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Deepak Chopra on Following Your Bliss (Make Your Passion Your Paycheck)

Deepak Chopra on How to Follow Your Bliss for "Make Your Passion Your Paycheck" with Jamie Zimmerman, MD What do you think Joseph Campbell meant when he said follow your bliss? When Joseph Campbell said follow your bliss, he was talking about a concept that’s very well known in the East.

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Deepak Chopra
2015
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Stop Searching for Your Passion | Terri Trespicio | TEDxKC

What are you passionate about? You’re told these five words hold the key to a successful career and life purpose. What if it’s the wrong question altogether? This talk turns the ubiquitous “find your passion” message on its ear.

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2015
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STOP Searching for Your Passion and Do this Instead | Mel Robbins

Looking for your passion? If you find it, congrats! For many, the idea of searching for your passion causes more stress and concern over the future than necessary. Truth is, the things that energize you are going to change frequently and over time.

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Mel Robbins
2018
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Elizabeth Gilbert on Distinguishing Between Hobbies, Jobs, Careers, and Vocation | Acumen Academy

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Elizabeth Gilbert
2017
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Angela Duckworth: Why Summer Is the Right Time to Feed Your Passion

For many, summer means time off and relaxation. But Angela Duckworth, author of the New York Times best-selling book, “Grit,” says it’s also a perfect time to develop interests.

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Angela Duckworth
2016
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Angela Lee Duckworth: Grit—the Power of Passion and Determination

Definitions of “success” typically include one or more of the following: achievement, accomplishment, attainment and triumph. Each word is positive and uplifting, evoking a sense of satisfaction and worth.

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Angela Duckworth
2016
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Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance | Angela Lee Duckworth

Leaving a high-flying job in consulting, Angela Lee Duckworth took a job teaching math to seventh graders in a New York public school. She quickly realized that IQ wasn't the only thing separating the successful students from those who struggled.

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Angela Duckworth
2013
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Poet Mark Nepo: How to Fulfill Your Greatest Desire | SuperSoul Sunday | Oprah Winfrey Network

Mark Nepo says that for many years, he wanted to be a great poet. Now, he says, his heart's desire is to be the poem. Watch as he explains how every person can make their greatest passions a reality.

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Mark Nepo
2013
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The Passion Test: The Effortless Path to Discovering Your Life Purpose

Can a simple test change a person’s life? Through their New York Times bestseller The Passion Test, Janet Bray Attwood and Chris Attwood have inspired thousands to shape their lives by discovering their passions and living according to what matters most to them.

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Janet Attwood, Chris Attwood
2008
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