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#043 - Michael Mayer on Self-Disgust, Media, Tech, Failure, & Durability
Nov 22, 2023
Michael Mayer, co-founder and CEO of Bottomless, talks about Twitter, media, habits, failure, technology, startups, and more. Topics include taking a break from social media, cultivating disgust, leaving Twitter and finding new habits, the contrarian nature of startups, building new platforms and tools in tech, and the relationship between willpower and habits.
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Quick takeaways
- Focus on personal growth and unique insights rather than seeking external validation on social media platforms like Twitter.
- In a dynamic startup environment, long-term planning may not be effective, and instead, habitual thinking and embracing failure are key.
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The Importance of Prioritizing Personal Well-being on Social Media
The podcast episode explores the negative emotional impact of seeking validation and approval on social media platforms like Twitter. The guest, Michael Mayer, shares his experience of taking a year-long break from Twitter due to excessive concern about the reception of his tweets. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on personal growth and unique insights rather than constantly seeking external validation. Mayer also discusses the psychological effects of breaking away from habitual thought patterns and the benefits of embracing discomfort and uncertainty.
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