#704: Q&A with Tim — New Religions, AI Companions, Longevity Levers, Resurrecting “Forgotten” Languages, Stress-Testing Cherished Beliefs, Tactics for Writer’s Block, Low-Back Pain, and Much More

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Nov 14, 2023

In a lively Q&A, Tim dives into intriguing topics like reviving forgotten languages and the secrets to overcoming writer's block. He shares health tips for managing low-back pain and the value of weight training. There's also a discussion on AI companions and the importance of balancing personal development with spontaneity. Tim reflects on his travel adventures, offers insights into effective interviewing, and touches on modern challenges like loneliness in a digital age, all while encouraging thoughtful, mindful living.

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Reducing Carbon Footprint

Reduce your carbon footprint through various actions.
Fund and donate to carbon capture technologies like Charm Industrial.

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Balancing Optimization

Optimize essential areas like fitness and nutrition.
Strategically de-optimize less crucial areas to avoid burnout.

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Benefits of Coaching

Utilize personal coaching for strategic advice, therapy-like questioning, and accountability.
A coach can stress-test beliefs, ask uncomfortable questions, and provide external accountability.

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The Harvard Classics, Volume 2

Plato, Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius

Epictetus

Marcus Aurelius

Plato

This volume of the Harvard Classics includes Plato's 'The Apology of Socrates', 'Crito', and 'Phaedo', which narrate the trial and death of Socrates. It also features 'The Golden Sayings of Epictetus' and 'The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius', providing a comprehensive look at Stoic philosophy. Compiled by Charles Eliot, this series aims to provide a liberal arts education through classic literature.

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The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership

A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success

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The DC Comics Guide to Writing Comics

Dennis O'Neil

In this valuable guide, Dennis O'Neil reveals his insider tricks and no-fail techniques for comic storytelling. Readers will discover various methods of writing scripts (full script vs. plot first), procedures for developing a story structure, building subplots, creating well-rounded characters, and much more. O'Neil explains the many diverse formats for comic books, including graphic novels, maxi-series, mega-series, and adaptations. The book also includes guidelines for writing proposals to editors and illustrates concepts with panels or pages from great moments in DC Comics lore. O'Neil emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique blend of visual and textual elements in comic books and provides a framework for crafting new tales.

On Writing

A Memoir of the Craft

Stephen King

This book is both a memoir and a writing guide. It details Stephen King's life, from his childhood and early writing endeavors to his struggles with addiction and his near-fatal accident in 1999. The book is divided into sections that cover King's life ('C.V.'), the nature of writing ('What Writing Is'), writing mechanics ('Toolbox'), his advice on the craft ('On Writing'), and his recovery from the accident ('On Living: A Postscript'). King offers practical tips on writing, including the importance of vocabulary, grammar, and style, as well as the need for consistent writing routines and ruthless editing. He emphasizes that good writing comes from within, driven by curiosity, wonder, and emotional honesty rather than commercial motives.

Don't Shoot the Dog

Karen Pryor

In 'Don't Shoot the Dog,' Karen Pryor explains the underlying principles of behavioral training and how these can be applied to various common situations. The book covers topics such as reinforcement, shaping, and stimulus control, and provides eight methods for ending undesirable behavior. Pryor emphasizes the use of positive reinforcement, illustrating its effectiveness through examples involving animals like dolphins, dogs, and cats, as well as human behavior. The book is known for its clear and entertaining explanation, making it accessible to a broad audience and offering practical advice on training without the use of force, punishment, or guilt trips.