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Mentioned in 23 episodes

Will

Book • 2020

In 'Will', Will Smith opens up about his life, sharing anecdotes from his early days in West Philadelphia, his rise in the music industry as part of DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince, and his subsequent success in Hollywood.

The book delves into his complex relationship with his father, the impact of his family on his life, and his journey to align outer success with inner happiness and human connection.

Written with the help of Mark Manson, the book offers a blend of vulnerability, humor, and life lessons that reflect Will Smith's trademark style and larger-than-life personality.

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

Angela Duckworth

Steven Bartlett

Mentioned in 23 episodes

Mentioned by

Morgan Housel

, referencing a quote about money and depression.

#702: Morgan Housel — Contrarian Money and Writing Advice, Three Simple Goals to Guide Your Life, Journaling Prompts, Choosing the Right Game to Play, Must-Read Books, and More

Mentioned by

Mark Manson

in a story about a missed opportunity to play golf with Tiger Woods.

How to Find and Live by Your Values

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

in the context of fame and success.

#831 - Dan Martell - How To Stop Wasting Your Time & Money On Things That Don’t Matter

Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

when discussing

Mark Manson

's collaboration with Will Smith on his memoir.

How To Use The Subtle Art Of NOT GIVING A F*CK To Get Ahead of 99% Of People | Mark Manson

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

, referencing a quote from his memoir about the difference between being broken with hope and being rich and miserable.

#765 - Matthew Hussey - Why Is Love So Hard To Find In The Modern World?

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

in a conversation about Will Smith's autobiography.

Slow Productivity and Anticipating Consequences | Cal Newport PT 1

Mentioned by

Morgan Housel

, quoting a passage from Will Smith's book, which discusses the impact of wealth on happiness.

Morgan Housel on Building Wealth and Happiness

Mentioned by

Morgan Housel

as an example of someone who experienced a significant change in fame and the emotional impact it had.

Everything You Can't Have

Mentioned by

Angela Duckworth

as a source of the phrase "paralysis by analysis".

176. Why Is It So Hard to Make Decisions?

Mentioned by

Morgan Housel

in a discussion about wealth and happiness.

#287 — Why Wealth Matters

Mentioned by

Steven Bartlett

as a new book co-written with Will Smith.

The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*ck: Mark Manson

Mentioned by

Mark Manson

when discussing his writing process.

Why Brutal Honesty Is The Secret To Living A Happier, More Authentic Life | Mark Manson

Mentioned by

Jake Humphrey

as an example of breaking down a large task into smaller parts.

Overcoming Procrastination with Ali Abdaal, Robin Van Persie, Stef Reid & Maro Itoje

Mentioned by

Mike Maughan

as an example of someone who used solitude creatively.

170. Are We Getting Lonelier?

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a book written in collaboration with Will Smith.

#340 - Mark Manson - 11 Uncomfortable Truths About Life

Mentioned by

Jake Humphrey

in relation to his collaboration with Will Smith.

E171 - Mark Manson: How to give a f*ck about the right things

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

as his January 2022 read; he enjoyed the book and was surprised it didn't receive more critical acclaim.

Ep. 172: CALLS: The Books I Read in January 2022

Mentioned by

Thomas Barr

, referencing Will Smith's memoir and his experience with shame related to his childhood.

When I Feel Shame | Psalm 32 | Thomas Barr

Mentioned by

Emmanuel Acho

, quoting a passage about self-reliance and success.

Don’t Let Your Goals Hold You Back with Emmanuel Acho

Mentioned by

Shahidha Bari

as a memoir written by

Will Self

.

Cats vs Dogs, with John Gray and Will Self, Part 1

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