We asked folks we admire to share one piece of conventional advice that they disagree with.

Jennifer Carter | Journalist, organizer and optimist.

I do not agree with the hustle culture. I believe in hard work and dedication, but a healthy work life balance is key. Read more>>

Meranis Moss | Musician

Be realistic. I think if you want to be successful and do unbelievable things, you have to be a little delusional. Especially if you want to be a trail blazer in your field. You have to be able to think outside the box. You have to be willing to take risks that others won’t. You have to have to believe so hard that your goals are attainable despite what anyone else says. Imagine if people told the Wright brothers to be realistic. We wouldn’t have planes! If someone tells me I can’t do something I just say “watch me.” And whether I do or don’t accomplish it, I at least believe that I can. The belief alone is half the battle. It’s very mental. Honestly, if your goals aren’t “unrealistic” then you’re thinking too small. Read more>>

Greg Mack | Medical Exercise Specialist

That an individual can become whatever they want. Read more>>