Wild Geese 35. Your Life Is Not An Optimization Problem | Q&A
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Sep 16, 2025 In a thought-provoking Q&A, the host reflects on the unique challenges of creativity intertwined with chronic illness. They advocate for a flexible approach to creative practice, emphasizing health over social media. The discussion shifts to finding balance between career aspirations and personal values, using Ikigai as a guiding principle. Listeners are taken on a journey of self-discovery, navigating life in NYC, while exploring the value of authenticity in personal and creative endeavors.
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Your Life Isn't An Optimization Problem
- Anna Corinne rejects the self-help guru model and says you must tailor life to your own needs.
- She warns that no outsider has godlike knowledge of what's best for your life.
Lower The Bar Without Shame
- Lower your bar intentionally when chronic illness or overwhelm demands it and avoid self-shaming.
- Use 'struggle care' tactics to protect energy while still meeting essentials.
Rest Comes In Many Forms
- Rest has many forms: physical, sensory, mental, emotional, creative, social, and spiritual.
- Practice the specific type you need instead of defaulting to phone scrolling or only sleep.
