Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement Navigating the River of Time - How to decide what matters
Jul 23, 2024
Explore the meaning of actions and legacy, embrace the present over legacy, delve into philosophical questions about life's purpose, and contemplate the effects of time on our lives. From historical grooming habits to the coolest saying ever, this episode is filled with thought-provoking discussions and unique perspectives.
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Time Is Existence
- Time is not just a dimension but the fabric that makes existence unfold and enables change.
- All improvements, emotions, and decisions are ultimately about how we move through time.
There Is No Final Win
- Because time never stops there is no final 'winning' state; outcomes are temporary patterns within an endless flow.
- Achievements feel meaningful now but will be washed away as the river of time continues to flow.
Genghis Khan As A Pattern Example
- Genghis Khan built a vast empire and had hundreds of wives, yet his atoms and body still decayed like anyone else's.
- Sam uses Khan to illustrate that even massive historical power only makes temporary patterns in time.