There’s value in being mediocre

Passionately pursuing one goal might lead to an accomplishment – but it may not make us any happier. In fact, sometimes we have to be so-so at something to be happy. Amy Berg, associate professor of philosophy at Rice University, joins host Krys Boyd to discuss the simple joys of mediocrity, about the benefits of being pretty good at a lot of things, and why striving for excellence is a well-trod path to burnout. Her book is “The Well-Rounded Life.” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices