You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson Don't Be a Prig: #1 Danger to Avoid (Heroic +1 #1,854)
Aug 18, 2024
Arnold Bennett, a British author known for his insights on life, joins creativity and leadership experts Rosamund Zander and her husband, conductor Ben Zander. They explore the danger of self-righteousness and share humorous stories to illustrate how we can practice 'Rule Number 6'—not taking ourselves too seriously. The conversation emphasizes the importance of cultivating joy and excellence in everyday life, reminding listeners to avoid the pitfalls of self-importance and embrace creativity in their pursuits.
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Priggishness Is The Greatest Risk
- Arnold Bennett warns the biggest danger is becoming a prig: self-righteous and humorless.
- Losing humility and humor undercuts mastery and daily excellence.
The Rule Number 6 Story
- Ben and Rosamund Zander tell a story about politicians using Rule Number 6 to defuse interruptions.
- Repeating "Rule Number 6" restores calm and reveals its simplicity.
Use Rule Number 6 Daily
- Remember and apply Rule Number 6: don't take yourself so seriously.
- Use humor and humility to avoid becoming self-righteous and to pursue excellence effectively.