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The antidote

Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking
Book • 2012
In 'The Antidote', Oliver Burkeman challenges the traditional self-help approach by introducing the concept of the 'negative path' to happiness.

He argues that our constant efforts to eliminate negative emotions and achieve happiness through positive thinking often lead to anxiety, insecurity, and unhappiness.

The book draws from various philosophical traditions, including Stoicism and Buddhism, and features insights from psychologists, terrorism experts, and business consultants.

Burkeman suggests that genuine happiness can be achieved by embracing uncertainty, insecurity, and the realities of everyday life, rather than trying to avoid them.

The book is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of what truly constitutes happiness and success.

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Mentioned in 28 episodes

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Dan Harris
as one of
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Oliver Burkeman
's books, focusing on happiness and challenging positive thinking.
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How To Be Sanely Productive | Oliver Burkeman
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David Allen
as a book on happiness for those who dislike positive thinking.
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#384: David Allen — The Art of Getting Things Done (GTD)
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Oliver Burkeman
as a book about happiness.
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Oliver Burkeman: Why Productivity Is Ruining Lives (E314)
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David Allen
as a book discussing Stoicism and accepting current reality.
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268. What's Essential: David Allen on Getting the Right Things Done (Replay)
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Dan Harris
as Oliver's previous book, discussed in a prior podcast episode.
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Time Management for Mortals | Oliver Burkeman
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Lee C. Camp
as another book by
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Oliver Burkeman
, focusing on happiness and positive thinking.
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189: Oliver Burkeman: In The New Year Embrace Wonder Not Productivity
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Mike Schmitz
in relation to the concept of permanent change and its limitations.
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96: Triggers by Marshall Goldsmith
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Mike Schmitz
in comparison to Tiny Habits, highlighting the difference in approach to positive thinking.
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94: Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg
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Michael Gervais
as the author of "Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking", a book offering an alternative approach to happiness.
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How is Your Time Management? Breaking Down the Facade of Productivity | Oliver Burkeman
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David Allen
as a book discussing Stoicism and accepting current reality.
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6. What's Essential: David Allen on Getting the Right Things Done
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David Allen
as a book about acceptance of current reality.
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Ep. 224: The Capture Step
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Ryan Holiday
when discussing the author's previous work on happiness.
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Journalist Oliver Burkeman on Making the Most of the Time That We Have
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Matthew Hussey
as a book that offers happiness for people who dislike positive thinking.
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271: Why It’s Actually Good to “Settle” in Love | Feat. Oliver Burkeman
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Jehan Casinader
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Oliver Burkeman
's books, alongside "Meditations for Mortals" and "4,000 Weeks".
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The Benefits of Embracing Our Limitations, with Oliver Burkeman
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Neil Pasricha
as one of the author's earlier books.
Chapter 142: Oliver Burkeman relishes reflection and reveals writing rituals
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David Allen
for its sophisticated approach to the philosophy and psychology of acceptance as a key to satisfaction.
Ep. 218: David Allen and Oliver Burkeman
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Lee C. Camp
as another book written by
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Oliver Burkeman
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189: Unabridged Interview: Oliver Burkeman

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