Dig Deeper 17. Choosing Not Reacting, The Power of Slow Thinking, and Life Beyond the Zeitgeist | Derek Sivers
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Apr 21, 2025 
Derek Sivers, a writer and entrepreneur known for founding CD Baby, shares his unconventional wisdom on living intentionally. He discusses the power of conscious choice and how identifying what we 'choose to' do, as opposed to what we 'have to' do, can change our lives. Sivers emphasizes the advantages of slow thinking, leading to better decisions and originality. He also explores the importance of questioning societal norms and how simplifying complex problems can yield unexpected solutions, pushing listeners towards deeper self-reflection.
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Power of Slow Thinking
- Slow thinking means pausing to connect with your current self rather than reacting unconsciously.
- Deliberate thought leads to original ideas, better decisions, and less impulsive conflict.
Choosing Over Obligation
- Derek Sivers recalled feeling overwhelmed managing his company, thinking he had to do everything himself.
- A friend helped him realize he was choosing to do it, not forced, which changed his perspective and led him to sell the business.
Useful Not True Beliefs
- Most rules and beliefs we live by are "useful, not true"; they reflect one viewpoint, not immutable facts.
- Recognizing this can open your mind to alternative solutions and perspectives.
