The Merits of Mediocrity

Or, the Advantage of Being Average

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Mediocrity is a gift.

You might not agree, especially if you’re also an American who was raised on the values of meritocracy and rugged individualism, but it’s true.

Think back to all of your high school friends who were star athletes or the valedictorians of your class. How much pressure did they face from…