Great article. I think he puts downs, "The kid who’s loading up on AP courses junior year or editing three campus publications while double-majoring" a bit too much though. People who are very busy with various projects tend to also be more introspective, in my experience. Good grades can just be indicative of good time management and brightness, which are important in anyone who wants to change the world.
> People who are very busy with various projects tend to also be more introspective.
Interesting, I have always believed the opposite to be true just as often. I'm not sure if I would make the connection that they are more introspective. Introspection requires time alone for oneself to ponder life, not necessarily so busy with external things to never leave room to ponder the inner.
Though I would agree that people like that are generally successful, however whether they are truly happy is another thing completely. My experience is that often they live to meet the expectations of others, which can never bring happiness or lasting satisfaction.
