#703
Mentioned in 7 episodes
Deep Survival
Who Lives, Who Dies, and Why
Book • 2003
Deep Survival: Who Lives, Who Dies, and Why is a 2003 book by Laurence Gonzales that examines how people survive life-threatening events.
The book is divided into two main sections: the first explores how accidents occur, often due to bad habits and the brain's tendency to rely on past experiences rather than current conditions.
The second section focuses on survival strategies, emphasizing the importance of clear and decisive action in chaotic situations.
Gonzales uses real-life stories, including his father's experiences as a World War II pilot, to illustrate key survival principles such as adaptability, mental resilience, and the ability to manage fear and pain.
He also discusses the physiological and psychological effects of stress and how these impact decision-making in critical situations.
The book is divided into two main sections: the first explores how accidents occur, often due to bad habits and the brain's tendency to rely on past experiences rather than current conditions.
The second section focuses on survival strategies, emphasizing the importance of clear and decisive action in chaotic situations.
Gonzales uses real-life stories, including his father's experiences as a World War II pilot, to illustrate key survival principles such as adaptability, mental resilience, and the ability to manage fear and pain.
He also discusses the physiological and psychological effects of stress and how these impact decision-making in critical situations.
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Mentioned in 7 episodes
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Michael Mauboussin as a highly recommended book on survival and decision-making in extreme situations.
Michael Mauboussin as a highly recommended book on survival and decision-making in extreme situations.
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Michael Mauboussin: How To Find Your Edge As A Writer
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Martha Beck as an example of how people who survive unsurvivable situations often find humor in their experiences.
Martha Beck as an example of how people who survive unsurvivable situations often find humor in their experiences.
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Martha Beck on The Path to Your True Self
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Eric Zimmer when discussing the importance of action and positive mindset in survival situations.
Eric Zimmer when discussing the importance of action and positive mindset in survival situations.16 snips
The Balance of Adventure and Spiritual Growth with Douglas Westerbeke
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Brett McKay as the focus of today's conversation, exploring the psychology of survival through various disaster scenarios.
Brett McKay as the focus of today's conversation, exploring the psychology of survival through various disaster scenarios.
#610: Who Lives in Survival Situations, Who Dies, and Why
