Is Is Ok to Be Mediocre? (Summer Series 2025)

A 22-year-old founder of two multi-million dollar businesses recently made headlines for claiming that "Work-Life Balance Will Keep You Mediocre." In this last episode of Know Why's 2025 summer series, Liberty looks at whether Emil Barr's extreme sacrifices, including giving up relationships and even sleep, are worth it.

Noting that Mr. Barr makes a few good points, Liberty argues that such an extreme focus on future material success can distract from our true purpose as human beings. In fact, the life some call "mediocre" could be a life of immeasurable eternal impact. Listen to know why.

More Resources: 'Work-Life Balance' Will Keep You Mediocre — The Wall Street Journal 

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