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Why index fund returns feel mediocre despite being optimal

I know statistically that index funds outperform most active funds, but I still feel like I am settling for mediocrity instead of trying to achieve something great with my investments.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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Average market returns feel psychologically inadequate despite being mathematically superior.

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