Jim O'Shaughnessy: Sometimes we get caught up in what feel like infinite loops when trying to figure things out. The goal of this podcast is to learn how we can reset our thinking on issues that hopefully leaves us with a better understanding. Today I am delighted to have back on Infinite Loops, one of my original guests,. Ed Latimore, who is the proprietor of Stoic Street Smarts. Hey Jim, it is good to be here.
This week, we’re delighted to welcome Ed Latimore back for his second Infinite Loops appearance.
Ed is a best-selling author, former professional heavyweight boxer, competitive chess player, Physics graduate, father, and husband. He joins us to discuss stoicism, progress & pain, demonstrating authenticity, being liked vs. being respected, and a whole lot more. Important Links:
Show Notes:
- New child; new house; new book
- How Ed’s new book has developed
- Humor and progress
- Understanding addiction
- Being liked vs being respected
- “Stoicism found me”
- Is progress possible without pain?
- “Humans are very bad at the future”
- Demonstrating authenticity
- Being cast as a father figure
- What’s next for Ed
- Ed’s three step process for self-improvement
- “I don't think any situation has ever gotten worse because someone has good manners.”
Books Mentioned:
- The Founders: The Story of PayPal and the Entrepreneurs who Shaped Silicon Valley; by Jimmy Soni
- The Art of Learning: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance; by Josh Waitzkin
- Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds; by David Goggins
- The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life; by Mark Manson