I think that right next to Pisces in the zodiac whale is Aries and I kind of get Aries energy from essentialism because it's like pretty cut. There's one story in this book he talks about how he and his family wake up in the morning and for 30 minutes they all read together before they do like breakfast and go to school or work. Do I know if it's possible for me? Probably not. Maybe that should be our new like which Robin Williams character is this thing.
Welcome Friday Philosophies where we delve into various mental models, examine our favorite frameworks, and reflect on the creative practices and rituals of creatives we admire.
This week, we're delving into the concept of Essentialism. Far from your standard self-help guide, it urges us to recognize the finite nature of our time on earth, and inspires us to spend it with integrity.
In this episode, we'll unpack the foundational principles of Essentialism, focusing on what it means to safeguard our most valuable asset — ourselves.
Key takeaways:
- Learn to identify the "leads" in our day-to-day lives as cues to cultivate an Essentialist lifestyle
- How to exercise your "no" muscle to commit firmly, resolutely, and respectfully to your most significant "Yes's"
- The concept behind, "you can do anything, but can't do everything, all at once"
- Why we challenge the status quo of the Non-Essentialist life, which spreads our efforts too thin
- How to trade popularity for respect for more fulfillment
Join us for this exploration into Essentialism, as we strive for a more focused, meaningful, and purposeful life.
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