Chapter
Writing to Wake Up
1:45:46 - 1:50:09 (04:23)
The host speaks about the practice of reflective writing to gain perspective and appreciate life. They suggest taking a moment to sit down with a pen and paper and write down things that demand to be thought about.
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The speaker shares his thoughts on the importance of deep thinking and how to practice it, including writing down ideas by hand and using a Blackberry.
1:45:46 - 1:48:12 (02:26)
Deep thinking
Summary
The speaker shares his thoughts on the importance of deep thinking and how to practice it, including writing down ideas by hand and using a Blackberry.
ChapterWriting to Wake Up
Episode#118: How Philosophy Can Change Your Life, Alain de Botton
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker reflects on a moment where he imagines a sign on the highway saying "Life is only 400,000 hours long, be kind or something like that" and talks about his experiences at age 30.
1:48:12 - 1:50:09 (01:57)
Life, Reflection
Summary
The speaker reflects on a moment where he imagines a sign on the highway saying "Life is only 400,000 hours long, be kind or something like that" and talks about his experiences at age 30.