Stoic Coffee Break
55 - How to Talk About Yourself
Mar 4, 2018
Updates on Stoic Coffee, announcement of a mastermind for tech entrepreneurs, personal anecdotes about dominating conversations and seeking validation from others.
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- Avoid dominating conversations by excessively talking about oneself, as others may not derive the same pleasure from hearing about one's exploits.
- Practice active listening by asking questions about others, focusing on them instead of constantly talking about oneself, to engage in meaningful conversations without the need for external validation.
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Importance of not dominating conversations with self-focused stories
In this episode, the speaker discusses the importance of not dominating conversations by excessively talking about oneself. Drawing inspiration from a quote by Epictetus, he reflects on his personal struggle with this tendency and the realization that it stemmed from his own insecurities. He shares how he practiced active listening by asking questions about others, reminding himself to focus on them instead of constantly talking about himself. Ultimately, he emphasizes the importance of being comfortable with oneself and finding inner peace, which allows us to engage in meaningful conversations without the need for external validation.
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