The Daily Stoic Finding Purpose In An Abandoned Ghost Town | Brent Underwood
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Mar 30, 2024 
Brent Underwood, an American entrepreneur and owner of the historic Cerro Gordo ghost town, shares his thrilling journey from intern to ghost town proprietor. He discusses his latest book, touching on the rich history of Cerro Gordo and the adventures of living in isolation. The conversation dives into pursuing passions amid societal pressures, the importance of resilience through challenges, and how childhood memories can reveal hidden interests. With his unique lifestyle, Brent explores the intersection of creativity and authenticity while embracing the echoes of a past life.
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Unlikely Partnership
- Brent Underwood started as Ryan Holiday's intern after applying via Twitter.
- This unlikely beginning led to a successful partnership, demonstrating the potential of internships.
Seek Fulfillment
- Pursue creative work and avoid dead-end jobs that offer no fulfillment.
- Seek opportunities to learn and grow, even if it means starting with little pay.
Conform or Be Expelled
- You can't remain an outlier in a scene forever; you'll either conform or be expelled.
- Epictetus' charcoal analogy illustrates this: two lumps, one lit, will influence each other.
