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Mentioned in 28 episodes
Wanting
The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life
Book • 2021
In 'Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life,' Luke Burgis delves into the concept of mimetic desire, which is the tendency to imitate the desires of others.
Drawing on the work of René Girard, Burgis explains how our desires are mediated by models and how this can lead to rivalry, conflict, and unfulfilling pursuits.
The book distinguishes between 'thin' desires, which are superficial and mimetic, and 'thick' desires, which are deeper and more lasting.
Burgis provides tactics for identifying and transforming these desires, such as creating a hierarchy of values, finding sources of wisdom that withstand mimesis, and practicing empathy.
The book aims to help readers gain control over their desires and find more meaning in their lives by making intentional choices rather than blindly following mimetic forces.
Drawing on the work of René Girard, Burgis explains how our desires are mediated by models and how this can lead to rivalry, conflict, and unfulfilling pursuits.
The book distinguishes between 'thin' desires, which are superficial and mimetic, and 'thick' desires, which are deeper and more lasting.
Burgis provides tactics for identifying and transforming these desires, such as creating a hierarchy of values, finding sources of wisdom that withstand mimesis, and practicing empathy.
The book aims to help readers gain control over their desires and find more meaning in their lives by making intentional choices rather than blindly following mimetic forces.
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Mentioned in 28 episodes
Mentioned by 
Ali Abdaal in the context of discussing mimetic desire and its influence on business decisions.
Ali Abdaal in the context of discussing mimetic desire and its influence on business decisions.
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Stop Wasting Your Life: A Guide To Unlocking Your Full Potential I Entrepreneur Jodie Cook
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Andrew Wilkinson when discussing the concept of mimetic desire and its impact on his own aspirations.
Andrew Wilkinson when discussing the concept of mimetic desire and its impact on his own aspirations.
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#143 Andrew Wilkinson: Building an Empire
Recommended by 
Paul Millerd as a great personal story and deep dive into a nerdy topic, similar to his own book.
Paul Millerd as a great personal story and deep dive into a nerdy topic, similar to his own book.
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Mentioned by Michael Kovnat as the source of insights into René Girard's work on desire.
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The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life
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Chris Williamson as the book that explains the concept of mimetic desire and its impact on our lives.
Chris Williamson as the book that explains the concept of mimetic desire and its impact on our lives.
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#344 - Luke Burgis - Mimetic Desire: Why Do We Want?
Mentioned by Andrew Wilkinson as a revelation, explaining mimetic desire and its influence on our wants.
Andrew Wilkinson as a revelation, explaining mimetic desire and its influence on our wants.
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Mentioned by Speaker 1 in the context of mimetic desire, connecting it to 
Charlie Munger 's observations on human behavior.
Charlie Munger 's observations on human behavior.
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Mentioned by Speaker 2 as a book on mimetic desire in everyday life.
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