Chapter
The Constant Bombardment of Information and the Human Condition
14:52 - 23:08 (08:15)
The constant bombardment of information leads to a fight or flight state in humans, causing them to be dragged by the pursuit of validation and seeking of constant stimulation. We need to be conscious about the direction we're travelling in instead of being dragged by insecurities or desires to be liked.
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The speaker shares personal experience of being driven by insecurity and the need for attention in their life, having learned to punch above their weight and be brave to be noticed.
14:52 - 15:55 (01:03)
Summary
The speaker shares personal experience of being driven by insecurity and the need for attention in their life, having learned to punch above their weight and be brave to be noticed. They acknowledge that some traits are rooted in justifiable causes, but when they are rewarded by their job, it can become problematic.
ChapterThe Constant Bombardment of Information and the Human Condition
EpisodeE221: Richard Hammond: The heartbreaking conversation that I am STILL avoiding!
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The pursuit of validation often leads to being dragged and losing control, whereas intrinsic motivation leads to a life of being driven.
15:55 - 17:49 (01:53)
Summary
The pursuit of validation often leads to being dragged and losing control, whereas intrinsic motivation leads to a life of being driven. It is important to take control and be conscious of the direction in which we are traveling.
ChapterThe Constant Bombardment of Information and the Human Condition
EpisodeE221: Richard Hammond: The heartbreaking conversation that I am STILL avoiding!
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Jeremy Clarkson recalls his time working in radio stations where he traveled with a new station car and recorder, and shares a nostalgic fantasy he had about doing interviews without the use of a mobile phone.
17:49 - 20:27 (02:38)
Summary
Jeremy Clarkson recalls his time working in radio stations where he traveled with a new station car and recorder, and shares a nostalgic fantasy he had about doing interviews without the use of a mobile phone.
ChapterThe Constant Bombardment of Information and the Human Condition
EpisodeE221: Richard Hammond: The heartbreaking conversation that I am STILL avoiding!
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The constant access to information and global connection through the bombardment of notifications and constant stimuli has led humans into a state of fight or flight, causing negative effects.
20:27 - 23:08 (02:40)
Summary
The constant access to information and global connection through the bombardment of notifications and constant stimuli has led humans into a state of fight or flight, causing negative effects. The development of gossip and mutually agreed standards proliferated due to the sharing of information, but without it, the world could be a more enjoyable place to live.