Interestingly, this is exactly compatible with what Andrea Dwork writes about in "Mindset" [1]: people whose identity evolves around being "smart" or "talented"

Interestingly, this is exactly compatible with what Andrea Dwork writes about in "Mindset" [1]: people whose identity evolves around being "smart" or "talented" are often less willing to take on risks or big projects than those who have grown up being praised for their efforts. [1] http://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Success-Carol-Dweck/dp/0345472322/ http://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Success-Carol-Dweck...