550. The Problem with Straight A's

Is getting straight A's actually preparing you for a successful, fulfilling life… or could it be quietly working against you? For many of us, being the "good student" became part of our identity early on, shaping how we measure success, effort, and even our worth. But what happens when life no longer hands you a clear rubric, a step-by-step roadmap, or external validation for doing things "right"?…