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Life as a Series of Experiments
44:05 - 51:55 (07:49)
Derrick Sivers shares insights on treating life as a series of experiments and testing assumptions. He highlights the importance of challenging the status quo, even in business, illustrated by his success with CD baby's personalized order emails.
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This episode discusses the value of taking a step back and slowing down in order to enjoy the process and the journey rather than just focusing on maximizing every minute.
44:05 - 46:42 (02:36)
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This episode discusses the value of taking a step back and slowing down in order to enjoy the process and the journey rather than just focusing on maximizing every minute. The speaker shares a personal experience on a bike ride that taught him this lesson.
ChapterLife as a Series of Experiments
Episode#439: Tools of Titans — Derek Sivers, BJ Miller, and Christopher Sommer
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The danger of self-comparison is that it often leads to unrealistic expectations, anxiety, and depression.
46:42 - 48:28 (01:46)
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The danger of self-comparison is that it often leads to unrealistic expectations, anxiety, and depression. Instead of comparing oneself, one should focus on cultivating their beliefs and interests, as well as nurturing self-love and compassion.
ChapterLife as a Series of Experiments
Episode#439: Tools of Titans — Derek Sivers, BJ Miller, and Christopher Sommer
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Derrick Sivers, founder of CD Baby, teaches important lessons about challenging the status quo and testing assumptions when building a business.
48:28 - 51:55 (03:26)
Summary
Derrick Sivers, founder of CD Baby, teaches important lessons about challenging the status quo and testing assumptions when building a business. He also emphasizes treating life as a series of experiments and doing little tests to try the life one thinks they want.