Episode
#205 - James Smith - How To Design A Life You Love
1:16:51
Published: Mon Aug 03 2020
Description
James Smith is a PT and not a life coach. Following your default desires and social norms is a surefire route to misery, yet we're given very little guidance on how to design a life we love. Open wide for today's red pill . Expect to learn James' principles for avoiding a dreary existence, his best tips for a first date, how to overcome anxiety, why wealth can't just be quantified in a bank account, why dick pics aren't that bad and much more... Sponsor: Shop Eleiko’s full range at https://www.shop.eleiko.com (enter code MW15 for 15% off everything) Extra Stuff: Pre Order Not A Life Coach - https://amzn.to/30VkVdb Join James' Academy - https://www.jamessmithacademy.com/ Get my free Ultimate Life Hacks List to 10x your daily productivity → https://chriswillx.com/lifehacks/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
Jordan Harbinger shares insights on relationships, anxiety, and success, including tips for first dates and why wealth is not just about money.
00:00 - 03:25 (03:25)
Summary
Jordan Harbinger shares insights on relationships, anxiety, and success, including tips for first dates and why wealth is not just about money. Plus, an ad for Alaco gym equipment with a discount code.
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In this episode, the host discusses the appeal and drawbacks of social media, including the sunk cost fallacy and its effect on user behavior, as well as the constant bombardment of content that can be overwhelming and addicting.
03:25 - 07:55 (04:30)
Summary
In this episode, the host discusses the appeal and drawbacks of social media, including the sunk cost fallacy and its effect on user behavior, as well as the constant bombardment of content that can be overwhelming and addicting.
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The speaker discusses a section in their book about dating and how even individuals who appear put together are just fumbling around trying to figure things out.
07:55 - 13:16 (05:20)
Summary
The speaker discusses a section in their book about dating and how even individuals who appear put together are just fumbling around trying to figure things out. The speaker suggests doing something sweet like getting ice cream as a date idea.
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The speaker shares her personal experience in doing things that make her feel comfortable on a first date, such as masturbating before it.
13:16 - 17:16 (04:00)
Summary
The speaker shares her personal experience in doing things that make her feel comfortable on a first date, such as masturbating before it. She emphasizes that all aspects of life should revolve around one's happiness.
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The speaker believes that the rules of the game changed from our parents' time and most people are stuck in a cycle of following the traditional path of going to university and getting an office job.
17:16 - 23:04 (05:47)
Summary
The speaker believes that the rules of the game changed from our parents' time and most people are stuck in a cycle of following the traditional path of going to university and getting an office job.
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In this episode, the host and guest discuss the fear people have of posting on social media and making mistakes, particularly in relation to the growing importance of personal brands and identities.
23:04 - 29:47 (06:42)
Summary
In this episode, the host and guest discuss the fear people have of posting on social media and making mistakes, particularly in relation to the growing importance of personal brands and identities.
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The speaker highlights the impact of the current malicious online atmosphere on his mental health while describing it as a problem with people who constantly pick apart anything to find a problem.
29:47 - 33:44 (03:57)
Summary
The speaker highlights the impact of the current malicious online atmosphere on his mental health while describing it as a problem with people who constantly pick apart anything to find a problem.
Episode#205 - James Smith - How To Design A Life You Love
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Joining a martial arts class can be beneficial to anyone regardless of their income, ethnicity, or religion, as it can serve as a distraction from personal struggles.
33:44 - 38:05 (04:21)
Summary
Joining a martial arts class can be beneficial to anyone regardless of their income, ethnicity, or religion, as it can serve as a distraction from personal struggles. Additionally, the author of the book suggests that people who want to improve their physical fitness should try jiu-jitsu, as it can make the training process more enjoyable.
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In this episode, the speaker discusses how modern society has become hyper-normalized to the point of convenience where people don't even want to leave their beds to watch great movies on Netflix.
38:05 - 42:23 (04:18)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker discusses how modern society has become hyper-normalized to the point of convenience where people don't even want to leave their beds to watch great movies on Netflix. He also touches on how people are drawn to activities that are just at the right distance of their competence.
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Prioritizing spending time with people at the same, lower, and higher-level can lead to personal and professional growth.
42:23 - 48:36 (06:12)
Summary
Prioritizing spending time with people at the same, lower, and higher-level can lead to personal and professional growth. It's important to challenge yourself by interacting with those who are at the same level as you, those who are above you and those who are below you.
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The importance of sleeping with something between your legs and the benefits of using a pillow like a "mid-90s wrapper would wear."
48:36 - 54:05 (05:28)
Summary
The importance of sleeping with something between your legs and the benefits of using a pillow like a "mid-90s wrapper would wear."
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This podcast episode touches on the inevitability of death and the vastness of the universe.
54:05 - 58:44 (04:39)
Summary
This podcast episode touches on the inevitability of death and the vastness of the universe.
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Marcus Butler discusses the importance of setting achievable goals and dealing with anxiety.
58:44 - 1:02:15 (03:30)
Summary
Marcus Butler discusses the importance of setting achievable goals and dealing with anxiety. He also shares his worries about money and the future.
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In this episode, the speaker shares his personal experience of spending money on a luxurious flight and encourages listeners to splurge on experiences that bring them joy.
1:02:15 - 1:05:45 (03:30)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker shares his personal experience of spending money on a luxurious flight and encourages listeners to splurge on experiences that bring them joy.
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The belief that one must constantly keep up with the latest trends and material possessions to be happy is challenged in this podcast.
1:05:45 - 1:09:22 (03:36)
Summary
The belief that one must constantly keep up with the latest trends and material possessions to be happy is challenged in this podcast. People should instead seek the simplicity that fits their needs, rather than try to do things just for the sake of keeping up with others.
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The idea of giving someone a pink gin to win them over is a myth, much like the belief that tequila is an upper.
1:09:22 - 1:12:52 (03:30)
Summary
The idea of giving someone a pink gin to win them over is a myth, much like the belief that tequila is an upper.
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The podcast explores how the traveling mindset has been affected by lockdown and the impact it has on individuals who are used to constantly moving.
1:12:53 - 1:16:46 (03:53)
Summary
The podcast explores how the traveling mindset has been affected by lockdown and the impact it has on individuals who are used to constantly moving.