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Episode #079 ... Kierkegaard on Anxiety

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Mar 23, 2016
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INSIGHT

Losing Yourself

  • Losing yourself is the greatest danger, as it can happen unnoticed.
  • Unlike losing possessions, losing yourself can go undetected for years, hindering self-discovery.
INSIGHT

Anxiety and Freedom

  • Anxiety arises from the freedom to choose, but the necessity to choose one option.
  • This 'dizziness of freedom' combines infinite possibilities with the pressure to act.
ANECDOTE

Paradox of Choice

  • Stephen West uses the paradox of choice with salad dressings as an example.
  • More options lead to harder decisions and potential discontent, illustrating how freedom can be overwhelming.
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