The Gift of Limitation

In “The Gift of Limitation,” Paul Scanlon explores two types of limitations: those by design and those by default. Limitations of design are inherent and should be accepted, as they guide us towards our true potential. Conversely, limitations of default are externally imposed and often inaccurate reflections of our capabilities. Scanlon advocates for recognizing and embracing our natural boundaries while actively challenging and rejecting the artificial limits placed upon us by society or ourselves. By doing so, we can stop wasting effort on trying to change the unchangeable and instead focus on breaking free from self-imposed constraints that have restricted our growth and self-realization.