The Art of Accomplishment What We're Afraid to Lose
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Nov 24, 2023 Delve into the intriguing relationship between success and the fear of loss. Discover how financial freedom can paradoxically trap us in anxiety. Explore the journey from external achievements to profound self-discovery. Unpack the concept that true freedom comes from within, transcending material possessions. Confront internal barriers and embrace growth through discomfort. Navigate your personal path to happiness by challenging societal expectations and recognizing that genuine contentment lies in the present.
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Founders' Anxiety
- Brett describes meeting with successful founders focused on inner work.
- They worried about reverting to old habits without resources, highlighting the trap of attaching freedom to conditions.
Persistent Anxiety
- Joe points out that founders' anxiety persists despite wealth.
- Their focus has shifted from needing money to fearing its loss.
Wealth and Recovery
- Joe questions the premise of needing something for freedom.
- He cites independently wealthy individuals as least likely to recover from alcoholism, lacking a "flaming field" to drive change.