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Obsession with self-discovery should be balanced with self-creation
1:55:30 - 2:02:45 (07:15)
The obsession with discovering oneself must be balanced with the act of creating oneself. This approach can offer an alternative perspective on the persistent self or "I".
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Comedian and actor Kumail Nanjiani shares his morning rituals, including mental calisthenics and avoiding news in the morning.
1:55:30 - 1:57:00 (01:30)
Summary
Comedian and actor Kumail Nanjiani shares his morning rituals, including mental calisthenics and avoiding news in the morning. He also discusses what his unexpected TED talk would be about.
ChapterObsession with self-discovery should be balanced with self-creation
Episode#211: A.J. Jacobs: Self-Experimenter Extraordinaire
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses the harm of bad advice that is often given out in various fields and the impact it has on individuals.
1:57:00 - 1:59:06 (02:06)
Summary
The speaker discusses the harm of bad advice that is often given out in various fields and the impact it has on individuals. He highlights the importance of acknowledging and recognizing bad advice to help people make better decisions.
ChapterObsession with self-discovery should be balanced with self-creation
Episode#211: A.J. Jacobs: Self-Experimenter Extraordinaire
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The hosts discuss the idea of "being yourself" and argue that it's important to work on changing your worst traits, and not just accept yourself as a finished product.
1:59:06 - 2:00:37 (01:31)
Summary
The hosts discuss the idea of "being yourself" and argue that it's important to work on changing your worst traits, and not just accept yourself as a finished product. They also suggest considering the alternative of "creating yourself."
ChapterObsession with self-discovery should be balanced with self-creation
Episode#211: A.J. Jacobs: Self-Experimenter Extraordinaire
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The podcast speakers discuss the idea of what advice their future selves might give them and the importance of being present and thankful in the present moment.
2:00:37 - 2:02:45 (02:08)
Summary
The podcast speakers discuss the idea of what advice their future selves might give them and the importance of being present and thankful in the present moment.