Chapter
The Embedded Convenience Obligation
41:20 - 48:23 (07:02)
The speaker discusses how humans often mistake convenience for a worthwhile experience and the difficulty of introducing discomfort into one's life when convenience is embedded into everyday life.
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The guest speaker discusses the difficulties of achieving sustainable growth and the unavoidable externalities caused by generating energy and smelting, leading to pollution into the environment which must be addressed to combat global warming.
41:20 - 44:43 (03:22)
Sustainability
Summary
The guest speaker discusses the difficulties of achieving sustainable growth and the unavoidable externalities caused by generating energy and smelting, leading to pollution into the environment which must be addressed to combat global warming.
ChapterThe Embedded Convenience Obligation
Episode#557 - Douglas Rushkoff - How Billionaires Are Preparing For Doomsday
PodcastModern Wisdom
The convenience obligation is embedded in our daily lives, and it's hard to revert back to a less convenient lifestyle.
44:43 - 48:23 (03:40)
Comfort Obligation
Summary
The convenience obligation is embedded in our daily lives, and it's hard to revert back to a less convenient lifestyle. However, there is also an embedded comfort obligation, which prevents us from choosing a less comfortable life even if it's better for our health in the long run.