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The Allure of Narcissistic Leaders and the Forgotten Joy of Being Ordinary

Adam Grant · 24 May 2026

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  1. Emotion regulation is not about controlling what you feel. It's about choosing how you respond.
  2. Wise people don't suppress emotion-they find constructive ways to express it.
  3. People are more drawn to arrogant leaders in an uncertain world, because they mistake swagger for strength and skill.

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