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Dr Cristian Ispir
Aug 10, 2026
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Demosthenes
Demosthenes Practising Oratory by Jean-Jules-Antoine Lecomte du Nouy (1842–1923)

The renowned Greek orator Demosthenes knew what growth mindset was.

With quite a bit of hindsight, Plutarch recounts how the young Demosthenes, in order to cure his speech impediment and weak voice (timeless challenges), practiced oratory with pebbles in his mouth, and recit…

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