# Brain Food: Pressure Is Energy ![rw-book-cover](https://readwise-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/static/images/article2.74d541386bbf.png) ## Metadata - Author: [[Shane Parrish (FS)]] - Full Title: Brain Food: Pressure Is Energy - Category: #articles - Summary: People often complain about the effort needed to achieve success, not realizing it is the cost of their goals. Pressure can be used as energy to help us grow and reach new heights. The most important thing is to find what makes you feel alive and do it with care and passion. ## Highlights - People tell you to address your weaknesses while paying you for your strengths. ([View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01kvnn7fr7zknrcm7f0p24rb0z)) - Your inner monologue determines your outer actions. The most powerful story in the world is the one you tell yourself. ([View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01kvnn7pbq7gcktmn9pwxqzxas))