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The Triple Package: How Three Unlikely Traits Explain the Rise and Fall of Cultural Groups in America QUOTES

1 " A life that doesn’t include hard-won accomplishment and triumph over obstacles may not be a satisfying one. There is something deeply fulfilling — even thrilling — in doing almost anything difficult extremely well. There is a joy and pride that come from pushing yourself to another level or across a new frontier. A life devoted only to the present — to feeling good in the now — is unlikely to deliver real fulfillment. The present moment by itself it too small, too hollow. We all need a future. Something beyond and greater than our own present gratification, at which to aim or feel we’ve contributed. "

― Amy Chua , The Triple Package: How Three Unlikely Traits Explain the Rise and Fall of Cultural Groups in America

2 " For most Americans, especially now, striving and insecurity are likely to be rewarded with more striving and insecurity; you can do everything right and still have little to show for it. "

― Amy Chua , The Triple Package: How Three Unlikely Traits Explain the Rise and Fall of Cultural Groups in America