11/20/2024

Why You Should Stop Saying ‘Good Luck’ Starting Today

This advice is backed by behavioral science

I said, “Good luck!” to our grandson before his soccer game, because that’s what you say. Or it’s at least what I tend to say. But then I thought about Formula 1 driver George Russell, and about how simple phrases, often repeated, can chart larger courses.

Take praise. Say you tended to receive this type of praise when you were a kid:

• “Wow, you figured that out so fast. You are so smart!” 
• “Wow, you are amazing. You got an A without studying!“

Both sound great, but another message hides inside each statement.

Please select this link to read the complete article from Inc.