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title: The Ground Was Cracking Beneath Me
created: 2026-10-16
modified: 2026-10-16
authors: Eileen Gu
category: Podcast
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> [30:29] I train like I’ve never won, and I compete like I’ve never lost.

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> [36:39] Real resilience is being able to take constructive criticism without the emotions.

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[36:55] **Constructive Criticism Circles (CCC)**

“Hey guys, it’s Friday night, let’s sit in a circle and criticize each other!” 🤣

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[39:37] We have to say to each other’s face the things we say behind each other’s back.