The first type is called “authentic pride.” Authentic pride is good. It’s the type of pride we feel when we achieve something great and deserve that pride. For example, closing a big deal we’ve worked hard on, finishing faster than we expected in a 10K race, or creating something of value. Tracy said, “We feel authentic pride even if no one sees what we’ve done. But if someone happens to see the great thing we did, then it feels extra good.” Authentic pride boosts creativity and long-term mental and physical health and gives us lasting influence. Then, in the shadows, is the second type of
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