Chapter
Choosing How to Feel
12:09 - 20:17 (08:08)
We cannot control what happens to us, but we can always choose how we feel about it. It may be unnatural, but feeling grateful for even the bad things can lead to a happier life.
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When fire broke out at his research and production campus, Edison calmly made his way to the scene while everyone around him was panicked, excitedly telling his son to gather his mother and her friends because they would "never see a fire like this again".
12:09 - 13:24 (01:15)
Summary
When fire broke out at his research and production campus, Edison calmly made his way to the scene while everyone around him was panicked, excitedly telling his son to gather his mother and her friends because they would "never see a fire like this again". This reaction was amazing because to do great things, one needs to be able to endure tragedy and setbacks.
ChapterChoosing How to Feel
Episode#80: Thomas Edison's Formula for Greatness
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Despite dealing with significant financial loss, Edison persevered and eventually found success.
13:24 - 15:41 (02:17)
Summary
Despite dealing with significant financial loss, Edison persevered and eventually found success. Meanwhile, Jeffries returned to boxing in an attempt to defeat the current champion, despite being retired.
ChapterChoosing How to Feel
Episode#80: Thomas Edison's Formula for Greatness
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Jack Johnson, the famous boxer, won his fights by smiling and not reacting to the hatred and abuse he received from his opponents and their supporters.
15:41 - 17:16 (01:35)
Summary
Jack Johnson, the famous boxer, won his fights by smiling and not reacting to the hatred and abuse he received from his opponents and their supporters. His calm and cheerful demeanor helped him win the fight, and he proved that there's no value in reacting negatively to people who want you to fail.
ChapterChoosing How to Feel
Episode#80: Thomas Edison's Formula for Greatness
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
We don't have control over what happens to us, but we have control over how we feel about it.
17:16 - 20:17 (03:01)
Summary
We don't have control over what happens to us, but we have control over how we feel about it. Choosing to feel grateful and good despite unwanted situations can bring positivity.