Embracing the Liminal: Magic of Transition

This chapter explores the transformative nature of the 'liminal phase', a time of uncertainty filled with potential and creativity. Through personal anecdotes and cultural references to trickster figures, the speakers highlight the importance of embracing chaos for personal growth and enriched human experience.

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This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited.

The episode features segments from episode #133 "Edward Norton on Mastery, Must-Read Books, and The Future of Crowdfunding" and #732 "Martha Beck — The Amazing and Brutal Results of Zero Lies for 365 Days, How to Do a Beginner 'Integrity Cleanse,' Lessons from Lion Trackers, and Novel Tactics for Reducing Anxiety."

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Timestamps:

[00:00] Start

[05:45] Notes about this supercombo format.

[06:48] Enter Edward Norton.

[07:19] Edward's introduction to acting.

[08:45] First theater mentors and what they instilled in Edward.

[12:11] Who comes to mind when Edward hears the word "successful?"

[13:18] Most gifted books.

[14:28] Life-changing essays.

[15:50] Favorite documentaries.

[16:40] Underrated movies.

[18:51] Edward's advice to his younger selves.