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Mastery

Discover how steady progress—not quick wins—is the real path to lasting success and fulfillment.
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What's You Learn?
True mastery comes from embracing plateaus, not chasing quick wins – Mastery by George Leonard reveals why loving the process matters more than reaching goals. This comprehensive Mastery summary and timeless principles outline:
  • Plateau Love - Progress happens during seeming stagnation when you keep practicing anyway
  • Three Mastery Enemies - The Dabbler, Obsessive, and Hacker prevent long-term excellence
  • Practice as Path - Daily practice becomes the reward, not just the means
  • Beginner's Mind - Staying curious and humble accelerates learning at every level
2025 application: While everyone chases AI shortcuts, masters who embrace deep practice create irreplaceable human value. Start your Click.Apply.Grow™ mastery journey: Choose one skill for five-year commitment. Practice daily without exception. Celebrate plateaus as growth. Masters following Leonard's path achieve 10x deeper expertise than goal-chasers. Process over prizes.

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About the Author

George Leonard was the aikido master and Esalen president who revealed mastery's hidden path through inevitable plateaus.

WWII pilot turned Look Magazine editor covering civil rights, then human potential movement pioneer. Co-founded Integral Transformative Practice combining East-West wisdom. Trained thousands in Leonard Energy Training. His Mastery principles influence sports psychology, education, and corporate training worldwide.

Beyond the books: Leonard earned his black belt at 47, proving mastery has no expiration date—his journey embodies his teachings.

Athletes and executives using Leonard's plateau navigation maintain motivation through stagnation. Practitioners report 90% higher long-term skill retention than traditional training.

The warrior-philosopher who decoded excellence.

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