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The Social Paradox
Autonomy, Connection, and Why We Need Both
Book • 2025
In 'The Social Paradox', psychologist William von Hippel argues that the modern world's emphasis on autonomy over connection has led to a significant imbalance in our lives.
He explains that evolution instilled in us a strong need to connect with others for survival and a need for autonomy to distinguish ourselves within groups.
However, today's world provides endless opportunities for autonomy but neglects the need for connection, resulting in widespread unhappiness and unfulfillment.
Von Hippel suggests that recognizing and addressing this imbalance can drastically change how we make decisions, spend our time, and find happiness.
The book invites readers to reexamine the fundamental building blocks of life and society, such as politics, religion, urban living, and marriage, to counteract the emptiness and loneliness of contemporary life.
He explains that evolution instilled in us a strong need to connect with others for survival and a need for autonomy to distinguish ourselves within groups.
However, today's world provides endless opportunities for autonomy but neglects the need for connection, resulting in widespread unhappiness and unfulfillment.
Von Hippel suggests that recognizing and addressing this imbalance can drastically change how we make decisions, spend our time, and find happiness.
The book invites readers to reexamine the fundamental building blocks of life and society, such as politics, religion, urban living, and marriage, to counteract the emptiness and loneliness of contemporary life.
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Mentioned in 5 episodes
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Bill von Hippel himself as his second book, discussing the balance between autonomy and connection.
Bill von Hippel himself as his second book, discussing the balance between autonomy and connection.
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Behavioural Psychologist: We're Not Having Enough Sex! Fat Makes You Attractive & The Poorer You Are The Friendlier You Are!
Authored by Bill von Hippel , it explores the balance between autonomy and connection for happiness.
Bill von Hippel , it explores the balance between autonomy and connection for happiness.
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The Science of Stress & Sleep For Optimal Performance with Dr. Bill von Hippel
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Mike Carruthers as the author of the book, which explores the paradox between autonomy and connection.
Mike Carruthers as the author of the book, which explores the paradox between autonomy and connection.
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A Paradox That Makes You Miserable & How We Amplify Our Own Stress
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Aubrey Marcus as the book authored by William von Hippel , the guest in this podcast episode.
Aubrey Marcus as the book authored by William von Hippel , the guest in this podcast episode.
Have We Overvalued Autonomy At The Cost of Connection? | William Von Hipple PhD #503
Discussed throughout the conversation regarding its insights on autonomy, connection, and happiness.
555. Happiness As Evolution’s Best Tool feat. William Von Hippel
