The Power of Limits: How Constraints Drive Genius with David Epstein: Virtual Author Talk

Have questions for the author? Submit your question at registration and you may just hear the answer live! Join us for an inspiring virtual conversation with bestselling author David Epstein as we explore his latest book, Inside the Box , and redefine how to approach our greatest challenges! We are constantly told to "think outside the box" to innovate, solve complex problems, and reach our goals. But what if the secret to true breakthrough creativity and peak performance actually lies in working within our limitations? In Inside the Box , David Epstein draws on science, research, and fascinating real-world case studies to demonstrate how constraints, boundaries, and structure can become powerful catalysts for ingenuity and mastery. Epstein challenges traditional ideas about skill acquisition, focus, and problem-solving, revealing how top performers and innovators across industries turn rigid limits into unmatched strengths. Register now to learn how to reframe everyday obstacles and apply science-backed performance strategies to your career and personal life. About the Author: David Epstein is the author of three New York Times bestsellers — The Sports Gene , Range , and most recently Inside the Box: How Constraints Make Us Better . He was previously an investigative reporter at ProPublica, and before that a senior writer at Sports Illustrated . Prior to becoming a writer, he was living in a tent in the Arctic training to become an environmental scientist. Like many of the characters in Range , he has had a winding career path. Please be aware that registration is done through a third party, and you may be asked to share your email address and/or phone number. Looking for more fun things to do at MCPL? Check out other lectures and discussions happening in the library or find out how to Get a Library Card . By joining this Virtual MCPL program, you agree to abide by our rules of conduct . Library staff has the authority to remove you from this program if we de