Modern Wisdom

#558 - Tim Urban - How To Take Charge Of Your Life's Direction

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Nov 28, 2022
Tim Urban, the witty founder of Wait But Why, dives into how people misinterpret their past and future decisions. He argues that genuine change is possible, countering the belief that our paths are locked. Discover his thoughts on Elon Musk's Twitter takeover, the pitfalls of leisure time, and why marrying the wrong person can be disastrous. Urban also shares clever strategies for overcoming procrastination and navigating modern romance, emphasizing the importance of honest friendships for personal growth.
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INSIGHT

Subjective Time

  • Maximize subjective time by seeking novel experiences.
  • Novelty slows down time's passage and makes life feel richer.
ADVICE

Embrace Discomfort

  • Embrace discomfort; comfortable isn't always enjoyable.
  • Many loved activities begin as uncomfortable ventures.
ANECDOTE

Discomfort to Habit

  • Tim Urban's illustration habit started with discomfort.
  • Overcoming the initial hurdle of using a drawing tablet transformed his work.
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